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Forklift OperatorLocation: 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 available2nd shift: Monday to Friday 2:30pm to 10:30pm3rd shift: Monday to Friday 10:30pm to 6:30amWhat We OfferStarting pay $25.42/hr. with progression and incentive payPaid vacation and 13 paid holidaysHealth, 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 programRecognition programs (Safety Week, Holiday Party, Tenure Awards, Spring Fling, etc.)Job ResponsibilitiesReceives 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.Qualifications2+ year(s) of experience in a manufacturing environmentAbility to operate power forklift truckComfortable working 12+ hour daysAbility to stand/walk for long period of timeAbility to work in a hot environmentAbility to physically bend, twist and kneel in a safe and efficient mannerBasic computer skillsBasic math, reading and writing skillsAvailability to work overtime and weekends as neededAbility to come in early or stay late depending on production demandsMust be able to wear required PPEAbout the PlantOur 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 InformationEmployment 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.