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12h Nights HiLo / Forklift Operator

Plastipak
Westland, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 12/15/2025 CLOSED ON 2/11/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the 12h Nights HiLo / Forklift Operator position at Plastipak?

Plastipak Hi-Lo/Forklift Operators safely and efficiently move & store finished goods and raw materials between the warehouse and production areas. Associates take pride in maintaining our high standards of quality products and our positive team culture.
We Offer

  • Up to $18.00/hour and overtime after 40 hours a week
  • Set Schedules. Enjoy 12-hour shifts & a unique rotating schedule with 12-14 days off per month!
  • Night Shift: 5:50pm - 6am
  • Schedule cycles are 3 days on, 2 days off, 2 days on, 3 days off
  • Opportunity - Our business is growing, and we prioritize promotion from within!
  • Convenience - We are located off of Ford Road!
  • Premium pay & benefits

You Will

  • Operate forklift to transport raw materials and finished goods between the warehouse and production areas
  • Use RF scanning device to scan goods and properly maintain inventory
  • Load finished goods to ship to customers
  • Grow knowledge and skills through a wide-variety of training & on-the-job experiences

You Have

  • Minimum of one year of forklift experience
  • Strong interpersonal skills and desire to be a productive team member
  • Physical requirement includes able to lift up to 50 pounds with or without a reasonable accommodation
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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