Lift Truck Operator

Silgan Plastics•Breinigsville, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

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. Silgan Containers has set sustainability targets through 2030 to source more renewable energy, reduce our greenhouse gas emissions, and divert our waste from landfill to foster environmental stewardship.

Requirements

1 or more years working as a Forklift Operator in a Manufacturing or Warehousing environment
Ability to demonstrate forklift driving experience and pass the certification required
Ability to read, comprehend, and follow verbal and written instructions in English

Responsibilities

Operate Hyster sit-down forklift with cascade attachments
Load and unload finished product, dunnage, aluminum coils, etc., on/from trucks
Prepare finished can or sheet material for transfer to other departments
Remove coil loads and other materials from trucks as they are delivered
Assist the production, shipping, and receiving operations

Benefits

Starting pay is $27.38 per hour
$1.75 shift differential
Quarterly bonus based on group efficiency, safety, housekeeping, and quality metrics. Up to 11 percent bonus on top of base wage!
Overtime available after 40 hours worked in a week
Comprehensive benefits package, including medical and prescription, dental, vision, life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage
2 weeks of vacation, 10 paid holidays plus 2 personal days
401k with 3 percent match
HSA after 30 days
Add-on benefits include pet insurance, MSK programs - Hinge Health and Regenexx, telemedicine, Livongo for diabetes and hypertension
Eligible reimbursement after 90 days for prescription safety glasses
Company paid customized ear plugs
Steel toed boots reimbursement offered, but not required
Culture of advancement and growth
On-the-job training, trade school classes and tuition reimbursement as needed
Opportunities for community outreach and volunteering
“Drive to Zero Injuries” initiative