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Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

Cardinal Job Opportunities
Buckeye, AZ Full Time
POSTED ON 7/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/25/2026

Job Summary                                                                                                                                                                                               

The Forklift Operator is primarily responsible for accurately and safely loading trucks and transporting glass throughout the facility. You will work in a cross-functional environment with our management team to meet daily shipping requirements and provide exceptional customer service to internal and external customers.

Essential Functions

  • Adhere to all company policies, procedures, safety practices, and guidelines
  • Inspect racks for quality and verify the product is loaded accurately to meet or exceed Cardinal and customer expectations
  • Safely operate powered equipment while transporting glass throughout the facility and loading and unloading products
  • Ensure the driving zone is clear from debris or hazards by maintaining a clean work environment
  • Operate manipulator to pack glass into wooden crates, if necessary
  • Ensure all rejected glass is dumped into recycling bins
  • Utilize handheld scanners when loading trailers to create bill of lading
  • Communicate with IG department to stage racks required for production
  • Utilize the wrap machine or occasionally shrink-wrap racks manually 
  • Willingness to seek out additional roles and responsibilities within your department
  • Ability to work in a team environment and communicate effectively, ensuring all radio calls are answered
  • Strong organization and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to read, write, and communicate in English
  • May be required to work overtime, different shifts, and perform additional tasks to meet company needs and deadlines

Workplace Environment  

  • Frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and potentially sharp objects
  • Noise level can be high and will vary based on location in the plant
  • May be required to move racks and rejected glass indoor and outdoor

Prior Experience/Qualifications

  • At least two years of sit-down forklift experience is required
  • Solid Work History - Manufacturing or warehousing experience, preferred
  • May be required to move racks and rejected glass indoor and outdoor

Physical Ability

☒Vision  ☒Hearing  ☒Occasionally stand/walk for extended time ☒Occasionally lift/carry up to 40lbs   ☒Occasionally bend to floor/reach to 67 inches/climb 10 inches ☒Occasionally push/pull up to 60 lbs  ☒Occasionally grip up to 60lbs ☒Occasionally pinch 10 lbs

What We Offer

  • Potential Monthly Profit-Sharing Plan
  • 401(k) and Roth 401(k)
  • Generous Employee Referral Program
  • Cross-training and growth advancement opportunities
  • Medical/Dental/Vision Plan
  • Lifer and Disability Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Observes 9 Paid Holidays
  • Safety Shoes/Glasses Allowance
  • Work-life balance- various shifts available
  • Climate-controlled facility and covered parking 

Shift: 2nd Shift   Monday-Friday 2:30 PM-11:00 PM     

Pay: $20.00/hour  $1.00 Shift Differential  

 Bonus - Potential Monthly Profit Sharing for all Shifts

Cardinal Glass is committed to cultivating and preserving a culture of diversity, inclusion, and connectedness. If you’re looking into making a career move, Cardinal may be just the new experience you’ve been searching for.

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice. Employees may be required to perform additional tasks or be assigned to a different department and/or shift as necessary to meet business objectives. All Cardinal personnel are expected to contribute to a safe working environment by performing duties cleanly and safely. Note: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

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