Lift Truck Operator - CH0224

Silgan Containers • St. Joseph, MO

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About The Position

The Lift Truck Operator safely operates Toyota-THDE3000 and 7FBCU35 electric sit-down lift trucks in a manufacturing environment. The role supplies materials to work stations, transports and puts away finished goods, and loads and unloads inbound and outbound semi-trailers and railcars while verifying accuracy against bills of lading. The operator prepares and maintains required reports and records, keeps assigned areas orderly, reports accidents or damage, and supports production, shipping, and receiving operations as directed by management. The position works with a team to improve operations and emphasizes safety and quality.

The schedule consists of eight-hour shifts Sunday night through Thursday night. Starting pay is $29.01 per hour. The employer offers medical, dental, and vision benefits, vacation, holidays, training, and opportunities for internal advancement. Employees can earn up to two weeks of vacation after their probationary period.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in a manufacturing facility.
• At least six months of forklift driving experience operating sit-down forklifts.
• If not currently certified, ability to demonstrate forklift driving experience and pass the certification test.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate Toyota-THDE3000 and 7FBCU35 electric sit-down lift trucks.
• Maintain supplies of materials to work stations and transport and put away finished goods.
• Load and unload inbound and outbound semi-trailers and railcars, verifying accuracy using bills of lading.
• Accurately prepare, maintain, and submit required reports and records.
• Maintain good housekeeping in areas of responsibility.
• Champion safety and quality, reporting accidents and damage to materials or equipment.
• Assist production, shipping, and receiving operations as directed by management.
• Work with the team to develop and drive ways to improve operations.

Benefits

• Starting pay of $29.01 per hour.
• Affordable medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Vacation, including the opportunity to earn up to two weeks after the probationary period.
• Holidays.
• Quality training to support further development.
• Opportunities for advancement through internal promotion.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED