Forklift Operator

Forklift OperatorJoin us as a Forklift Operator!Your work schedule:12 hour shift on a rotating scheduleWork 2-2-3 schedule: You will work 2 days, then get 2 rest days, followed by 3 days of workOvertime as neededWhat we offer you:Starting pay is $20.90 per hour plus shift differentialOutstanding benefits include affordable medical, dental, and vision, 2 weeks of vacation and 10 paid holidaysAutomatic enrollment in a 401k plan with an employer match to help you plan for the future.We invest in you with on the job training, classes, and tuition reimbursement as needed33 percent of our salaried staff have been promoted from withinWe care about your safety, which means we do what's needed to protect our employees and that's reflected in our "Drive to Zero Injuries" initiative results.Burlington is one of Silgan's newest facilities, built with energy efficiency in mind.What you'll do:Operate a G-5 Royal T-250, Hester Spacesaver, and CAT T-50 forkliftsLoad 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 deliveredAssist the production, shipping, and receiving operationsWe need you to have:Experience in a manufacturing facilityA minimum of six months of forklift driving work experience, operating sit-down forkliftsIf not currently certified, the ability to demonstrate forklift driving experience and pass the certification testWho we are:America's largest metal food packaging producer.A company that strives toward sustainability by reducing our carbon footprint, selecting like-minded suppliers, and providing recyclable products.