Warehouse Forklift Operator

Silgan Containers•Fort Madison, IA

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Now hiring Forktruck driver in our Ft. Madison, IA plant! Starting wage $21.84 per hour. This role involves operating a forklift to receive, ship, load, and unload product, raw material, and supplies. The operator will also keep the production line supplied with necessary materials, stack finished goods in the warehouse, and complete proper documentation for incoming shipments. Maintaining forklifts in a clean and orderly fashion and performing daily safety inspections are also key responsibilities. The position also requires working with management to improve the work area, safety, quality, cost, and productivity.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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 the necessary raw material and supplies needed 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

Benefits

Starting pay is $21.84 per hour + $1.00 per hour shift differential
Overtime opportunities available
Only work 84 hours every two weeks but earn 76 hours of straight pay and 8 hours of guaranteed overtime every two weeks
On average 15 scheduled days per month
Every other weekend is a 3-day weekend
12-hour continuous schedule
Quarterly bonus
Comprehensive benefit coverage for medical, dental, vision, and prescription drugs, ADD and life insurance, and paid short-term disability
Add on specialty programs include pet insurance, health programs for diabetes, hypertension, online workouts, and more
HSA available after 30 days
Automatic enrollment in 401k retirement plan with a 3 percent match
Paid time off and 10 paid holidays
Company paid customized ear plugs
Company allowance for prescription safety glasses
Steel toed boots are not required
We invest in you with training, classes, and tuition reimbursement to grow your skills
Your 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" initiative
Our Fort Madison, IA plant has participated in a Department of Energy audit to improve energy efficiency and decarbonize its operations