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Machine Operator Forklift Operator Swing Shift

Clarios


Job Location:

Canby, OR - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 24 - 28
Posted: 30 September 2026 (3 days ago)
Application Deadline: 28 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Machine Operator / Forklift Operator - Swing Shift

Canby OR Full-Time Union Position Earn over $25/hour and over $80000/year bonuses overtime opportunities and weekly pay.


Pay Progression including wage progression and shift differential:

$21.50/hour starting rate - first 90 days

Average after 90 days $24-28/hour through daily incentive pay

Additional wage progression over 5 years starting after 90 days ($.67/hour increasing to $2.77/hour)

Additional $.50/hour swing shift differential

February 2027 guaranteed wage increase and $750 retention bonus

Additional Earnings:

Overtime opportunities

Quarterly bonus up to 4% Total annual average earnings is over $80000/year
Benefits:

Medical dental vision life home/auto purchase benefit and HSA

401(k) with automatic company contributions and company match opportunity

Paid holidays vacation parental leave and sick time

Company-paid uniforms safety shoes and PPE

Fitness reimbursement

Free battery program

Advancement opportunities

Schedule:

3:30 pm - 12:00 am Monday Friday

Overtime opportunities are frequently available and can significantly increase annual earnings. Candidates must be flexible to work extended shifts and rotating weekends based on business needs.


What Youll Do:

Operate semi-automated production machines to manufacture automotive batteries in a fast-paced environment

Make machine adjustments troubleshoot equipment issues and perform operator preventative maintenance

Conduct visual inspections and required quality checks

Operate pallet jacks and sit down forklift in the assembly department

Maintain schedule and inventory accuracy keep accurate records of production and defects

Follow all safety quality environmental and production standards

Qualifications:

1 year of assembly or similar experience in manufacturing environment preferred

Basic computer reading writing and math skills

Ability to work daily overtime up to 12 hours and weekends as needed

Ability to stand walk bend lift and work in an industrial environment

Ability to wear required PPE

Successful completion of pre-employment background check physical drug screen and employment eligibility verification

Other Experience We Consider Assembly Assembler Production Associate Manufacturing Maintenance Machine Helper Shift Lead Warehouse Associate Material Handler Industrial Equipment Operator Press Operator Agriculture Farming Food Processing Glass Manufacturing Window and Door Assembly.

About Clarios: For more than 50 years our Canby facility has manufactured automotive batteries. We offer stable full-time careers competitive union wages excellent benefits and opportunities for growth. Convenient commute from Oregon City Wilsonville Woodburn Molalla Aurora Hubbard Salem Silverton and surrounding communities. Apply today to join Clarios.

Who we are:
Clarios is the force behind the worlds most recognizable car battery brands powering vehicles from leading automakers like Ford General Motors Toyota Honda and Nissan. With 18000 employees worldwide we develop manufacture and distribute energy storage solutions while recovering recycling and reusing up to 99% of battery materialssetting the standard for sustainability in our industry. At Clarios were not just making batteries; were shaping the future of sustainable transportation. Join our mission to innovate push boundaries and make a real impact. Discover your potential at Clarioswhere your power meets endless possibilities.

Veterans/Military Spouses:
We value the leadership adaptability and technical expertise developed through military service. At Clarios those capabilities thrive in an environment built on grit ingenuity and passionwhere you can grow your career while helping to power progress worldwide. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here please apply. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is key to challenging the status quo. Therefore we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability age status as a protected veteran or other protected characteristics protected by law. As a federal contractor we are committed to not discriminating against any applicant or employee based on these protected statuses. We will also take affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunities. Please let us know if you require accommodations during the interview process by emailing . We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity in our teams in terms of work experience area of expertise and all characteristics protected by laws in the countries where we operate. For more information on our commitment to sustainability diversity and equal opportunity please read our latest report. We want you to know your rights because EEO is the law.

A Note to Job Applicants: please be aware of scams being perpetrated through the Internet and social media platforms. Clarios will never require a job applicant to pay money as part of the application or hiring process.

To All Recruitment Agencies: Clarios does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. Please do not forward resumes/CVs to our careers email addresses Clarios employees or any other company location. Clarios is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs.


Required Experience:

IC