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Entry Level Plc Operator Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Forklift Operator

Three Rivers, MI · On-site

$23/hr

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... more. Entry level pay rate for a Fork Truck or Tugger driver is $23.00/hour plus shift premium ... Formed through the acquisition of Dowlais Group plc and its subsidiaries - GKN Automotive and GKN ...

Set-up Operator

Russellville, AR · On-site

$19.91 - $22.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Experience with PLC or CNC operations, preferred. * High school diploma or general education degree ... COLLINS@MAHLE.COM US Facts about the job Benefits: Entry level: Experienced hires Part ...

ASSEMBLY OPERATOR I (3rd Shift)

Jonestown, PA · On-site

$18.12 - $22.64/hr

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

What your background should look like Entry level position, typically requiring little to no ... TE Connectivity plc (NYSE: TEL) is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer ...

ASSEMBLY OPERATOR I (3rd Shift)

Jonestown, PA · On-site

$18.12 - $22.64/hr

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

What your background should look like Entry level position, typically requiring little to no ... TE Connectivity plc (NYSE: TEL) is a global industrial technology leader creating a safer ...

Terminal Operator

Lakewood, TN · On-site

  • Medical

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This position is an entry-level position responsible for the daily operations of a Propane Terminal ... DCC Propane, LLC, a division of DCC plc, has served communities for over 75 years providing propane ...

Terminal Operator

Old Hickory, TN · On-site

  • Medical

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This position is an entry-level position responsible for the daily operations of a Propane Terminal ... DCC Propane, LLC, a division of DCC plc, has served communities for over 75 years providing propane ...

Lease Operator

Chardon, OH · On-site

$22.75 - $30/hr

... Company PLC, a US-based company listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and London Stock ... Viewed as a Lease Operator in training or entry level Lease Operator. Works under general ...

  • Medical

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This position is an entry-level position responsible for the daily operations of a Propane Terminal ... DCC Propane, LLC, a division of DCC plc, has served communities for over 75 years providing propane ...

Terminal Operator

Lakewood, TN · On-site

  • Medical

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This position is an entry-level position responsible for the daily operations of a Propane Terminal ... DCC Propane, LLC, a division of DCC plc, has served communities for over 75 years providing propane ...

Terminal Operator

Old Hickory, TN · On-site

  • Medical

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

This position is an entry-level position responsible for the daily operations of a Propane Terminal ... DCC Propane, LLC, a division of DCC plc, has served communities for over 75 years providing propane ...

Lease Operator

Andrews, TX · On-site

$25.75 - $34/hr

... Company PLC, a US-based company listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) and London Stock ... Viewed as a Lease Operator in training or entry level Lease Operator. Works under general ...

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How much do entry level plc operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level plc operator in the United States is $17.46, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.62 and $18.99 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Plc Operator job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 40% Full Time, and 56% Part Time. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,327 per year, or $17.5 per hour.

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5.6

Company rating: 5.6 out of 10

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Job description

Job Posting Title

Forklift Operator

Support production operations through the use of powered industrial vehicles. Dauch associates enjoy an attractive benefit package including health care, profit sharing, retirement plans, paid vacation, paid holidays, life insurance, disability protection and much more. Entry level pay rate for a Fork Truck or Tugger driver is $23.00/hour plus shift premium.

Job Description:

Operate a forklift or tugger (PIV) used for transporting material.

Stack and unstack dunnage and four posts. Move material around the plant.

Load & unload materials to the production locations, market or inbound deliveries. Track inventory of incoming/outgoing items.

Label and sort incoming/outbound shipments.

Load outbound trucks.

Perform safety checks on PIV before use.

Operate in tight spaces with pedestrian traffic.

Required Skills and Education
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Prior experience in driving a forktruck/tugger is required
  • Safety focused - high volume of material is moved every hour with pedestrian traffic and close proximity to machines
  • Will need to pass our certification test to be on a PIV, or will be moved to a production operator position
  • Able to work any shift, including weekend and overtime availability as needed. Successfully complete a criminal and education background review, pre-employment physical, and drug screening.
  • Be able to work weekends voluntarily or when required
  • Be highly motivated and have an interest in manufacturing
  • Be a team player, who is flexible and easily adapts to change

About Dauch:

Dauch Corporation is a premier Driveline and Metal Forming supplier serving the global automotive industry with a powertrain-agnostic product portfolio that supports electric, hybrid, and internal combustion vehicles. The company is headquartered in Detroit, MI, with operations that span 24 countries and more than 175 locations. Formed through the acquisition of Dowlais Group plc and its subsidiaries - GKN Automotive and GKN Powder Metallurgy, Dauch unites deep engineering roots with global manufacturing capabilities and an entrepreneurial spirit to move mobility forward. Visit www.dauch.com to learn more.

Dauch will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. Dauch will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail TalentAcquisition@aam.com. Dauch is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.


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About American Axle & Manufacturing

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American Axle & Manufacturing (AAM), based in Detroit, MI, US, is a globally recognized leader in the automotive industry. Established in 1994, the company has built a strong reputation as a premier manufacturer of driveline and drivetrain systems, and related components for light trucks, SUVs, passenger cars, crossover vehicles, and commercial vehicles. With the mission of “Powering the Future of Mobility”, AAM is dedicated to delivering top-tier power transfer solutions that are efficient, safe, and sustainable. Over the decades, AAM's determination to excel has led to the development of groundbreaking innovations, earning accolades for its advanced PowerDense™ and EcoTrac® solutions.

Industry

Motor vehicle and motor vehicle parts wholesalers

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Detroit, MI, US

Year founded

1917