Forklift & Production Specialist - Fast-Paced Manufacturing

Silgan Containers Mfg Corp; Kenosha (WI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Bonus potential

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

AD&D insurance

401(k) with match

HSA

Paid vacation

Holidays

Tuition reimbursement

On-the-job training

Telemedicine

Wellness programs

Pet insurance

Career advancement

Job summary

Silgan Containers in Kenosha, WI is seeking a Production Specialist to support forklift operations, material handling, inventory control, and quality checks in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Starting pay is $25.70 per hour with shift differentials for 2nd and 3rd shifts, plus a continuous shift option. Overtime opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package accompany the role.

Qualifications

• Certified Forklift Operator.
• Prior experience in manufacturing, production, warehouse, logistics, material handling, shipping and receiving, or forklift operation.
• Commitment to workplace safety and product quality.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and dependability.
• Willingness to work in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate electric forklifts and material handling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Perform daily OSHA forklift inspections and maintain required documentation.
• Load, unload, and transport materials throughout the facility.
• Follow safe charging and refueling procedures for lift trucks and yard trucks.
• Operate within designated forklift travel lanes and warehouse traffic patterns.
• Assist with inventory control, cycle counts, and material movement.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment.
• Operate palletizing equipment.
• Conduct quality inspections and product checks.
• Read and process shipping orders, bills of lading, invoices, and packing slips.
• Support shipping, receiving, warehouse, and production activities as needed.
• Follow all safety, quality, and manufacturing procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Follow instructions

Safety minded

Dependable

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Silgan Containers in Kenosha, WI is seeking a Production Specialist to support forklift operations, material handling, inventory control, and quality checks in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Starting pay is $25.70 per hour with shift differentials for 2nd and 3rd shifts, plus a continuous shift option. Overtime opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package accompany the role.