Posted on August 21, 2026
COMPANY OVERVIEW
Cadillac Products Packaging Company (CPPC) operates as a full-service manufacturer, specializing in coextruded blown and cast films, along with flexible packaging laminations. We meet the diverse needs of various markets from our manufacturing facilities in Georgia and Illinois, with our headquarters located in Michigan. Our Dallas, GA facility excels in innovative printing using water-based inks, laminating with solvent-less and water-based adhesive systems, and extrusion coating and laminating flexible packaging materials. Meanwhile, our Paris, IL facility leads in multi-layer blown and cast film extrusion manufacturing, serving both end-users and further converters.
We are always looking for talented individuals to join our team and contribute to our longstanding tradition of excellence. Create your legacy by joining us today!
DESCRIPTION
We have a current opening for a day shift Fork Truck Driver at our Paris, IL facility – please see the posting below and reach out to us at parisjobs@cadprod.com if you have any questions.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE (BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO):
- Follow all plant safety rules
- Operate forklift in a safe manner
- Ensure proper housekeeping in the work area
- Handle and package raw material, WIP, finished goods, and scrap as instructed
- Change fuel tanks on forklifts as necessary
- Empty trash into compactor
- Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly inventories
- Make sure all material is labeled correctly before putting in a location
- Must be able to hook up resin system correctly
- Pump resin into silos or bins
- Handle, label, and store hazardous material as instructed
- Work rotating schedule and overtime as assigned
- Load and unload trucks in a safe and efficient manner
- Enter or retrieve information from the computer system
- Stage materials for shipment in a safe and efficient manner
- Follow all ISO/Quality Program Procedures/ Instructions as required
- Perform all other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must not be afraid of heights
- Must be able to work a 12-hour
- Must be able to lift 75 lbs. on a regular basis
- Must be reliable and committed to being at work
- High school degree or G.E.D.
- Prefer 3 years prior manufacturing experience
- Prefer 1-2 years of experience in Film/Flexible Plant environment
- Prefer above average communication skills
- Fork Truck experience is a plus
- Employee must be able to work and communicate in a team environment
- Employee must be able to work well with all plant employees including Supervisors and Managers
GREAT PAY:
- Full-time position wage range $16.00 to $16.45/hour that is paid weekly
- Overtime is built into the schedule (40 hrs. straight time + 8 hrs. overtime one week, 24 hrs. straight time + 12 hrs. overtime the next week)
- Potential pay increases every 90 days with good performance evaluations
- Advancement Opportunities – Top operators can make up to $24.94/hour
- Paid Time Off (PTO) – earn time off when you come to work (6 hrs./month)
- Perfect attendance bonus of up to $200/quarter (up to $800 extra dollars per year just for coming to work!)
- $500 sign-on bonus after 90 days
- Quarterly and annual bonus potential
- Employee discount programs
ROTATING SCHEDULE:
Employees work seven out of every fourteen days – the kind of schedule that lets you take care of your business!
- 12-hour shifts –2 on/2 off, 2 on/3 off, 3 on/2 off
- Three-day weekend off every other week
- Days off during the week
- Work 15 days per month and earn full pay
We are looking for dedicated individuals with strong work ethics and a desire to contribute to our team’s success. Apply for this position using the application below.