Material Handler - Military Veterans
at Plastipak Packaging
As a Material Handler, you safely & efficiently move & store raw materials & finished goods between the warehouse & production areas. At our company, Associates take pride in maintaining our high quality standards & our positive team culture. We're also proud to be recognized as an America's Safest Companies by EHS Today.
We Offer
Set Schedules: 12-hour shifts & a rotating 2-week standard schedule of 3 days, 4 days is 15 working days a month as a full-time associate!
Advancement: We prioritize promotion from within!
Peace of Mind: We've been in the community for 20 years & offer job stability through market uncertainty
Rewards: We enjoy premium pay & an excellent benefits program!
Convenience: We're located at 4101 Pardue Rd. in Pineville, Louisiana.
Comfort: We are one of the few climate-controlled facilities in the area!
You Will
- Operate a forklift to transport raw materials & finished goods between the warehouse & production areas
- Use a RF scanning device to scan goods & properly maintain inventory records
- Load finished goods to ship to customers
- Grow your knowledge & skills through a wide-variety of training & on-the-job experiences
You Have
- High School Diploma, GED or equivalent
- Minimum of one year of forklift experience. This can be through work experience &/or education & training
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without a reasonable accommodation
You'll Earn
- $17.00 & up, based on experience
- Night shift includes a shift differential of $0.75
Plastipak is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Pineville, LA
A global leader in the science of flexible packaging and barrier technology, Plastipak has instituted packaging enhancements that continue to set industry standards. Our manufacturing competencies span the full gamut of customer requirements, affording consumers the latest in packaging design, labeling, filling and delivery. Direct links into our supply chain allow customers quick access to information supporting material planning, quality assurance and inventory control.
Named one of America's Best Mid-Sized Employers by Forbes in 2021, Plastipak offers many great benefits, including:
- MEDICAL, DENTAL AND VISION INSURANCE
- PAID TIME OFF (PTO) AND COMPANY HOLIDAYS
- PART TIME AND FULL TIME OPPORTUNITIES
- 401(K) AND PROFIT SHARING PLAN WITH COMPANY MATCH
- TUITION ASSISTANCE
- COMPANY PAID LIFE INSURANCE AND DISABILITY
- DEPENDENT CARE FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT
- TELEMEDICINE
- PET INSURANCE
- TECHNICAL SKILLS TRAINING
- LEADERSHIP TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES
- REFERRAL BONUS PROGRAM
What Happens After I Apply?
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