Forklift Operator: 12-Hour Shifts, Overtime & Weekends

Silgan Containers; Fort Madison (IA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Quarterly bonus

401(k) match

HSA available

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Silgan Containers is hiring a Forklift Driver for our Fort Madison, IA plant. The role features a 12-hour continuous schedule with overtime opportunities and a starting wage of $21.84 per hour plus a $1.00 shift differential.

Responsibilities include operating forklifts safely, receiving and shipping materials, stocking lines, and maintaining equipment. A high school diploma or GED is required, plus forklift experience and a safety‑minded, team‑oriented mindset.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalency.
• Forklift driving experience and certification test.
• Ability to follow instructions and be a team player.
• Safety-oriented mindset.
• Manufacturing experience 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.
• Stack finished goods in the warehouse at various heights.
• Complete proper documentation and prepare necessary reports on incoming shipments.
• Maintain forklifts in a clean, orderly fashion and perform daily inspections.
• Collaborate with management to improve safety, quality, cost, and productivity.

Skills

Forklift driving experience

Team player

Follow instructions

Safety-oriented mindset

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Silgan Containers is hiring a Forklift Driver for our Fort Madison, IA plant. The role features a 12-hour continuous schedule with overtime opportunities and a starting wage of $21.84 per hour plus a $1.00 shift differential.

Responsibilities include operating forklifts safely, receiving and shipping materials, stocking lines, and maintaining equipment. A high school diploma or GED is required, plus forklift experience and a safety‑minded, team‑oriented mindset.