Forklift Operator - 3rd Shift

Silgan Containers is hiring a Forklift Operator for our Maxton, NC facility.

If you're an experienced forklift driver looking for a stable career in manufacturing, this is an opportunity to join America's largest metal food packaging producer. As a Forklift Operator, you'll support production, shipping, and receiving operations by safely transporting raw materials and finished products throughout the plant.

Schedule and Pay

• $26.55 per hour
• 3rd Shift: 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM
• Monday through Friday
• Some overtime and occasional weekend work required

Why Join Silgan?

At Silgan, we offer more than a competitive paycheck. You'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability coverage, paid time off, paid holidays, and a 401(k) with company match. We also provide additional benefits such as pet insurance, telemedicine, and wellness programs.

We're committed to employee growth and development, offering training opportunities and a workplace culture centered around safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

What You'll Do

In this role, you'll play a key part in keeping production moving and customer orders on schedule. Responsibilities include:

• Operating forklifts and other material handling equipment safely and efficiently
• Loading finished sheet metal products onto outbound trucks
• Unloading incoming coils, raw materials, and deliveries
• Supplying production lines with materials needed to maintain operations
• Preparing finished goods for transfer and shipment
• Assisting with inventory activities and order preparation

You'll also help maintain a clean and organized work area, perform equipment inspections, and follow all safety and quality procedures.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will have:

• A high school diploma or GED
• 6 months to 2 years of forklift experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, or industrial environment
• The ability to demonstrate safe forklift operation and obtain certification if not already certified
• A strong commitment to safety and teamwork
• Previous manufacturing experience is preferred

Physical Demands and Work Environment

This is an active position in a manufacturing environment. Team members frequently stand and walk throughout the shift while moving materials and supporting production operations.

The role requires the ability to:

• Lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds regularly
• Bend, squat, kneel, crawl, and reach as needed
• Occasionally climb stairs or ladders
• Work around moving machinery, forklifts, vibration, and elevated noise levels

Employees may also be exposed to heat, cold, humidity, dust, fumes, and other manufacturing conditions. Safety is a top priority, and all employees are expected to maintain a clean work environment and follow established safety standards.

Who We Are

Silgan Containers is the largest subsidiary of Silgan Holdings and America's leading manufacturer of metal food containers. Through innovation, sustainability initiatives, and operational excellence, we help provide safe and reliable food packaging solutions to customers across North America.

Ready to make an impact? Apply today and join one of the largest metal food packaging manufacturers in the United States.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.

Silgan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or the presence of a disability, which would not prevent the performance of essential job duties with, or without reasonable accommodation of any other protective status.

Silgan is a drug-free workplace.