Warehouse Forklift Operator

Forktruck DriverNow hiring Forktruck driver in our Ft. Madison, IA plant! Starting wage $21.84 per hourWhat we offer you:Starting pay is $21.84 per hour + $1.00 per hour shift differentialOvertime opportunities availableOnly work 84 hours every two weeks but earn 76 hours of straight pay and 8 hours of guaranteed overtime every two weeksOn average 15 scheduled days per monthEvery other weekend is a 3-day weekend12-hour continuous scheduleQuarterly bonusComprehensive benefit coverage for medical, dental, vision, and prescription drugs, ADD and life insurance, and paid short-term disabilityAdd on specialty programs include pet insurance, health programs for diabetes, hypertension, online workouts, and moreHSA available after 30 daysAutomatic enrollment in 401k retirement plan with a 3 percent matchPaid time off and 10 paid holidaysCompany paid customized ear plugsCompany allowance for prescription safety glassesSteel toed boots are not requiredWe invest in you with training, classes, and tuition reimbursement to grow your skillsYour safety is our priority, and we take the necessary steps to protect our employees. This is reflected in the success of our "Drive to Zero Injuries" initiativeOur Fort Madison, IA plant has participated in a Department of Energy audit to improve energy efficiency and decarbonize its operationsWhat you'll do:Operate forklift at a safe speed and within company guidelinesReceive, ship, load, and unload all product, raw material and suppliesKeep production line supplied with the necessary raw material and supplies needed to run efficientlyStack finished goods in the warehouse at various heightsComplete proper documentation and prepare necessary reports on incoming shipmentsMaintain the forklifts in a clean and orderly fashion and perform daily forklift safety inspectionWork with management to improve work area, safety, quality, cost, and productivityJob Requirements:High school diploma, GED, or equivalencyAbility to demonstrate forklift driving experience and pass a certification testThe ability to follow instructions and be a team playerA safety-oriented mindsetPrevious experience in a manufacturing environment is a plusWho we are:America's largest metal food packaging producer, dedicated to sustainability and innovationSilgan Containers is rethinking how to make the metal food can through increased recycled content, modern process overhauls, renewable energy procurement, and other innovative practices.Read to make an impact? Apply today to be part of America's largest metal food packaging producer!