Forklift Operator - 12-Hour Shifts, Overtime & Benefits

Silgan Containers; Iowa; Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Prescription drugs coverage

401k with 3% match

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs & life insurance

Overtime opportunities

Shift differential

Safety equipment provided

Job summary

Silgan Containers in Ft. Madison, IA seeks a Warehouse Forklift Operator for an on-site, full-time role. The position features a starting wage of $21.84 per hour plus $1.00 shift differential, with overtime opportunities and a structured 12-hour schedule.

Benefits include comprehensive medical/dental/vision, a 401(k) with 3% match, paid time off, holidays, and tuition reimbursement. The successful candidate will operate forklifts safely, receive and ship materials, stock supplies, and maintain

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalency.
• Ability to demonstrate forklift driving experience and pass a certification test.
• The ability to follow instructions and be a team player.
• A safety-oriented mindset.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift at a safe speed and within company guidelines.
• Receive, ship, load, and unload all product, raw material and supplies.
• Keep production line supplied with necessary raw material and supplies to run efficiently.
• Stack finished goods in the warehouse at various heights.
• Complete proper documentation and prepare necessary reports on incoming shipments.
• Maintain the forklifts in a clean and orderly fashion and perform daily forklift safety inspection.
• Work with management to improve work area, safety, quality, cost, and productivity.

Skills

Forklift operation

Team player

Safety minded

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Silgan Containers in Ft. Madison, IA seeks a Warehouse Forklift Operator for an on-site, full-time role. The position features a starting wage of $21.84 per hour plus $1.00 shift differential, with overtime opportunities and a structured 12-hour schedule.

Benefits include comprehensive medical/dental/vision, a 401(k) with 3% match, paid time off, holidays, and tuition reimbursement. The successful candidate will operate forklifts safely, receive and ship materials, stock supplies, and maintain