Forklift Operator/Material Handler

at Plastipak

Record last updated: 7/28/2026 6:35:35 AM

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Current Days Open
20
Reqs Seen
4
Current Min Salary
$17.75 (Hourly)
Current Max Salary
$17.75 (Hourly)
Historical Days Open
24.7
First Seen
4/17/2026
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$17.75 (Hourly)
7/28/2026
Highest Max Salary Seen
$17.75 (Hourly)
7/28/2026

Full Job Description

Plastipak is looking for experienced Forklift Operators to join our plastics packaging team in Jackson Center, OH. In this role, you will safely and efficiently move and store raw materials and finished goods between the warehouse and production areas. Location: Jackson Center, OH Pay Rate: $17.75+/hr, depending on experience Schedule: 3-2-2-3 rotation (3 days on, 2 off, 2 on, 3 off) Days: 5am-5:10pm Nights: 5pm-5:10am Key Responsibilities Operate forklift to transport raw materials and finished goods between the warehouse and production areas. Load and unload trucks for Shipping & Receiving Use RF Scanner to scan goods & properly maintain inventory records Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications Minimum of 1 year experience operating forklift Experience tracking inventory Ability to lift up to 50lbs Able to train 1 week 7am-3:30pm Whats In It For You Job Stability: Consistent schedules with long-term stability Career Growth: Promotion from within and opportunities for advancement Overtime Pay: Time-and-a-half for hours over 40; double time on Sundays 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 In order to process your job application, Plastipak collects and stores the personal information that you submit via this website. Please refer to Plastipaks Privacy Policy to understand how Plastipak uses and protects the information that you provide. Plastipak is a global leader in sustainable packaging and recycling solutions. Founded in 1967 and headquartered in Plymouth, Michigan, Plastipak operates over 60 sites around the globe with more than 6,000 employees. At Plastipak, we're proud of the work we do, the products we make, and the people who make it all possible. We're family-owned, and we put our people first. You may come to Plastipak looking for a job, but you'll stay because you'll find a career. Plastipak is a place where you can build a future you feel good about. Plastipak.com

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