Lift Truck Operator

Silgan Plastics • Evansville, IN

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Silgan Closures is hiring a Lift Truck Operator in Evansville, Indiana. The operator drives and operates lift trucks to deliver and position materials for production, unload trucks, arrange metal in warehouse and production areas, and handle scrap and hazardous waste according to established procedures. The role also includes inspecting and maintaining the lift truck, keeping the assigned work area clean, providing relief as required, and performing other duties assigned by a supervisor.

The position requires a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent; a valid driver’s license; and the ability to obtain and maintain fork truck certification. Physical requirements include constantly lifting up to 20 pounds, regularly lifting up to 50 pounds without assistance, pushing and pulling carts, and demonstrating rapid mental and muscular coordination.

Starting pay is $20.42 per hour, with shift differential for second- and third-shift work. Silgan describes itself as North America’s largest metal food packaging producer and states a commitment to sustainability and innovation.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Obtain and maintain fork truck certification.
• Constantly lift up to 20 pounds and regularly lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.
• Push and pull carts.
• Demonstrate rapid mental and muscular coordination.

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate a lift truck.
• Deliver specified materials and position skids of tin plate onto conveyors or directly onto equipment, including waxers and scrolls.
• Dump scrap tubs.
• Unload trucks of materials such as drums and coils as needed.
• Arrange metal in warehouse, storage, and production areas as needed.
• Perform daily maintenance inspections of the lift truck.
• Keep the assigned work area neat and clean.
• Provide relief as required.
• Perform other related duties as directed by a supervisor.
• Handle hazardous waste according to the procedures in the Hazardous Waste Management Bulletins, including identification, collection, segregation, handling, and storage.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• Life insurance
• Teledoc services and health programs, including programs for diabetes and hypertension and virtual physical therapy
• 401(k) with company contributions
• Pension plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Training and tuition reimbursement
• Allowances for safety shoes, prescription safety glasses, and tools
• Shift differential for second- and third-shift work
• Consistent wage increases

What This Job Offers

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