Forklift Operator

Silgan Containers Corp; Burlington (IA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading metal food packaging producer in a role that emphasizes safety and sustainability. As a forklift operator, you'll be integral to our operations, ensuring efficient material handling and supporting production lines. With a commitment to employee growth, we offer on-the-job training and competitive benefits, including medical, dental, and 401K matching. This role is perfect for those with a background in manufacturing and forklift operation, looking to grow within a forward-thinking company dedicated to reducing its carbon footprint.

Benefits

Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision

401K with 6% Match

2 Weeks of Vacation

10 Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

On-the-Job Training

Qualifications

• Minimum of six months of forklift driving experience required.
• Experience in a manufacturing facility is essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts to load and unload materials.
• Assist in production, shipping, and receiving operations.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Manufacturing Experience

Tools

G-5 Royal T-250 Forklift

Hester Spacesaver Forklift

CAT T-50 Forklift

Job description

Work 2-2-3 schedule: You will work 2 days, then get 2 rest days, followed by 3 days of work

Overtime as needed

What we offer you:

Starting pay is $20.39/hour + shift differential

Outstanding benefits include affordable medical, dental, and vision, 2 weeks of vacation and 10 paid holidays, 401K with a 6% match, plus many more

We invest in you with on the job training, classes, and tuition reimbursement as needed

33% of our salaried staff have been promoted from within

We care about your safety, which means we do what’s needed to protect our employees and that’s reflected in our “Drive to Zero Injuries” initiative results.

Burlington is one of Silgan’s newest facilities, built with energy efficiency in mind.

What you’ll do:

Operate a G-5 Royal T-250, Hester Spacesaver, and CAT T-50 forklifts

Load trucks with finished sheet metal

Load cut sheet material onto platforms for dispatch through the manufacturing lines

Prepare finished goods for transfer to other departments

Remove coil loads and other materials from trucks as they are delivered

Assist the production, shipping, and receiving operations

We need you to have:

Experience in a manufacturing facility

A minimum of six months of forklift driving work experience, operating sit-down forklifts

If not currently certified, the ability to demonstrate forklift driving experience and pass the certification test

Who we are:

America's largest metal food packaging producer.

A company that strives toward sustainability by reducing our carbon footprint, selecting like-minded suppliers, and providing recyclable products.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.

Silgan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or the presence of a disability, which would not prevent the performance of essential job duties with, or without reasonable accommodation of any other protective status.