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Forklift Operator

Plastipak • Natural Resources • High School Diploma • 3 days ago
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Salary
$38k per year
Location
In office (Newark)
Seniority
Junior · 1+ year exp
Employment
Full-Time

Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 15, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 13, 2026. Plastipak scores B on the Alion truth index.

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Plastipak

Plastipak is a manufacturer of rigid plastic packaging headquartered in Plymouth, Michigan, producing PET and HDPE bottles, containers and preforms, including barrier, hotfill and aerosol packaging, for consumer brands in food, beverage, household and personal care. Founded in 1967 to replace heavy five-gallon water jugs, it runs plants across the US, Europe and South America, including sites in France, the Czech Republic and Scotland, and operates its own recycling plants that make post-consumer recycled resin. It hires production and machine operators, maintenance and controls technicians, process and TPM engineers, quality auditors, forklift operators and logistics staff.
plastipak.com • HQ: Plymouth, United States • Plastics & Polymers • Packaging & Labeling • 1001-5000 employees • Est. 1967

Plastipak is looking for experienced Forklift Operators to join our team in Newark, OH. In this role, you will safely and efficiently move and store raw materials and finished goods between the warehouse and production areas.

Shift:

  • Day Shift: 6:45am - 7:00pm
  • 3 days on / 2 days off / 2 days on / 3 days off

Pay Rate:

  • $19/hour and up
  • Starting rate is based on experience & qualifications

We Offer

  • Job Stability: Consistent schedules with long-term stability
  • Career Growth: Promotion from within and opportunities for advancement
  • Competitive Rewards: Enjoy premium pay and an excellent benefits package.

You Will

  • 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

You Have

  • Ability to work 12 hour day shift
  • High School Diploma, GED or equivalent required
  • Minimum of 1 year experience operating forklift
  • Ability to lift up to 50lbs

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 Plastipak’s Privacy Policy to understand how Plastipak uses and protects the information that you provide.

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