Forklift Operator

Silgan Containers Mfg Corp; Maxton (NC); On-site; USD 19,286 - 28,929; Full time

Job summary

Silgan Containers Mfg Corp is seeking a forklift operator in Maxton, NC to support production and shipping/receiving operations. You will operate various forklift types to load, move, and stage materials, and assist with inventory and order preparation.

The role requires ability to pass forklift certification if not already certified and a high school diploma, with 6 months to 2 years of forklift experience in manufacturing/warehouse settings. The job is on-site with standard shifts.

Qualifications

• Proven forklift driving ability and safety awareness.
• Ability to operate various forklift types as listed.
• Experience in manufacturing/warehouse environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Load trucks with finished sheet metal and other materials.
• Unload, move, and stage materials for production lines.
• Prepare finished goods for transfer to departments.
• Move coil loads and other materials from trucks as delivered.
• Transport products within the plant to support production.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety compliance

Material handling

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Position Summary:The forklift operator will support production, and shipping/receiving operations by operating different types of forklifts such as G-5 Royal T-250, Hester Spacesaver, CAT T-50, and sit-down.Essential Job Functions:Load trucks with finished sheet metalLoad cut sheet material onto platforms for dispatch through the manufacturing linesPrepare finished goods for transfer to other departmentsRemove coil loads and other materials from trucks as they are deliveredTransport unfinished and finished product throughout the plant and supply the production lines with raw materialsEmpty scrap tubs of metal wasteAssist in taking inventory and prepare orders for shipment as neededJob Requirements:Ability to demonstrate forklift driving experience and pass the certification test if not already certifiedExperience/Education:High school diploma or equivalentExperience in a manufacturing facility6 months-2 years of forklift driving work experience in a manufacturing/warehouse environmentPhysical Requirements:Ability to kneel, stoop, crawl, squat, and stand for extended period, while running machinery up to 12 hoursAbility to lift, push or pull up to 50 poundsApply now to launch your manufacturing career with one of the largest producers of metal food containers in the United States!LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMERThe 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.Silgan is a drug-free workplace.