Forklift Operator
Clarios, Saint Joseph, MO, United States
Forklift Operator
Location: St. Joseph, MO (Pear Street)
Pay: $25.42/hr. Paid weekly on Fridays.
Shift Differential:
2nd shift: +$1.00/hr.
3rd shift: +$2.00/hr.
Shifts: Multiple schedules available
2nd shift: Monday to Friday 2:30pm to 10:30pm
3rd shift: Monday to Friday 10:30pm to 6:30am
What We Offer
Starting pay $25.42/hr. with progression and incentive pay
Paid vacation and 13 paid holidays
Health, dental, and vision insurance (Day 31)
401k with company match and retirement contributions (RIC 17% with 50% match up to 3%)
Annual bonus opportunity (4% of gross wages)
Free employee battery program (after 120 days)
PPE, uniforms, safety glasses, safety shoes, and respirators provided
$1,000 referral bonus (paid after 90 days)
Fitness reimbursement program
Recognition programs (Safety Week, Holiday Party, Tenure Awards, Spring Fling, etc.)
Job Responsibilities
Receives and unloads incoming materials, verifying quantity received and performing incoming inspection functions.
Operates and services sit-down power forklift trucks.
Load miscellaneous materials to trucks, such as scrap, empty drums, materials for other plants.
Supplies production lines with necessary materials when required and moves finished product, raw materials, parts, and packing materials to various plant locations.
Keeps warehouse and yard storage orderly to use available space to the best advantage. Performs daily production cycle counts as directed by supervision.
Qualifications
2+ year(s) of experience in a manufacturing environment
Ability to operate power forklift truck
Comfortable working 12+ hour days
Ability to stand/walk for long period of time
Ability to work in a hot environment
Ability to physically bend, twist and kneel in a safe and efficient manner
Basic computer skills
Basic math, reading and writing skills
Availability to work overtime and weekends as needed
Ability to come in early or stay late depending on production demands
Must be able to wear required PPE
About the Plant
Our St. Joseph, Missouri Dry Assembly Plant (DAP) opened in 1973 and now employs more than 860 people. The facility manufactures automotive and marine batteries and has been recognized by several global automotive manufacturers for supplier excellence. The plant is a strong community supporter, participating in local initiatives like food drives, holiday events, and family day.
Additional Information
Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check, drug screen, and physical (as applicable) Proof of employment eligibility is required.
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties and may be adjusted based on business needs.
Location: St. Joseph, MO (Pear Street)
Pay: $25.42/hr. Paid weekly on Fridays.
Shift Differential:
2nd shift: +$1.00/hr.
3rd shift: +$2.00/hr.
Shifts: Multiple schedules available
2nd shift: Monday to Friday 2:30pm to 10:30pm
3rd shift: Monday to Friday 10:30pm to 6:30am
What We Offer
Starting pay $25.42/hr. with progression and incentive pay
Paid vacation and 13 paid holidays
Health, dental, and vision insurance (Day 31)
401k with company match and retirement contributions (RIC 17% with 50% match up to 3%)
Annual bonus opportunity (4% of gross wages)
Free employee battery program (after 120 days)
PPE, uniforms, safety glasses, safety shoes, and respirators provided
$1,000 referral bonus (paid after 90 days)
Fitness reimbursement program
Recognition programs (Safety Week, Holiday Party, Tenure Awards, Spring Fling, etc.)
Job Responsibilities
Receives and unloads incoming materials, verifying quantity received and performing incoming inspection functions.
Operates and services sit-down power forklift trucks.
Load miscellaneous materials to trucks, such as scrap, empty drums, materials for other plants.
Supplies production lines with necessary materials when required and moves finished product, raw materials, parts, and packing materials to various plant locations.
Keeps warehouse and yard storage orderly to use available space to the best advantage. Performs daily production cycle counts as directed by supervision.
Qualifications
2+ year(s) of experience in a manufacturing environment
Ability to operate power forklift truck
Comfortable working 12+ hour days
Ability to stand/walk for long period of time
Ability to work in a hot environment
Ability to physically bend, twist and kneel in a safe and efficient manner
Basic computer skills
Basic math, reading and writing skills
Availability to work overtime and weekends as needed
Ability to come in early or stay late depending on production demands
Must be able to wear required PPE
About the Plant
Our St. Joseph, Missouri Dry Assembly Plant (DAP) opened in 1973 and now employs more than 860 people. The facility manufactures automotive and marine batteries and has been recognized by several global automotive manufacturers for supplier excellence. The plant is a strong community supporter, participating in local initiatives like food drives, holiday events, and family day.
Additional Information
Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of a background check, drug screen, and physical (as applicable) Proof of employment eligibility is required.
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties and may be adjusted based on business needs.