Lead Forklift Operator

Plastipak Packaging, Inc. • Full-time • Saint Marys, OH, United States, OH, United States • 20h ago

If you are an experienced Forklift Operator with a desire to expand your scope by setting the example and guiding others to be successful, join Plastipak as a Lead Forklift Operator.

Location

Jackson Center, OH

Night Shift

This is a night shift position, 5:00 pm - 5:10 am.
Shifts are 12-hour shifts on a standard rotating 2-week cycle (3 days on the first week, and 4 days on the second week).
You have every other weekend off.

You Will

Working alongside the team, set the example of excellent forklift operations in the transport of raw materials & finished goods between the warehouse & production areas.
Coordinate Forklift Operator / Material Handler work assignments to uphold safety, quality and productivity standards.
Provide on-the-job training and mentoring for new hires and experienced team members.
Develop your leadership skills, positioning you for further promotional opportunities.

You Have

High school diploma, GED or equivalent.
At least 3 years of forklift operation and warehouse experience in a manufacturing work environment.
Proficiency using a computer system performing tasks, including data entry, completing transactions, retrieving and updating documents. SAP experience is a plus.
Proficiency using an RF scanner.
Experience providing on-the-job training & task guidance to others.
Past experience that demonstrates your leadership potential (this can be through work or other experience).
Ability to lift & move up to 50 pounds with or without a reasonable accommodation.

You’ll Earn

$21.75+ or more, based on experience
This includes a night shift differential of $1.50 per hour
Double-Time-Pay on Sundays (regular schedules are every other Sunday). That’s 12 hours of extra pay.

As a Plastipak Associate, you receive a benefits package offering the following:

Wellness Programs
Health Insurance Coverage, including Medical, Dental & Vision
EAP, Employee Assistance Program
Life Insurance
Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
Disability Insurance: Short-Term & Long-Term
Accidental Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Hospital Indemnity Insurance
401(k) Plan, with Company Matching Contribution & Profit Sharing feature
Paid Time Off - 80 hours within 1st year & subsequent increases
Paid Company Holidays
Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
Caregiving via Care.com
Pet Insurance
Tuition Assistance Program
Sons and Daughters Scholarship Program
Travel Assistance
Employee Discount Programs

*Some benefits are subject to eligibility requirements

Plastipak is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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