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Forklift Operator

Silgan Containers
Maxton, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 7/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/28/2026
Position Summary

The forklift operator will support production, and shipping/receiving operations by operating different types of forklifts such as G-5 Royal T-250, Hester Spacesaver, CAT T-50, and sit-down.

Essential Job Functions

  • Load trucks with finished sheet metal
  • Load cut sheet material onto platforms for dispatch through the manufacturing lines
  • Prepare finished goods for transfer to other departments
  • Remove coil loads and other materials from trucks as they are delivered
  • Transport unfinished and finished product throughout the plant and supply the production lines with raw materials
  • Empty scrap tubs of metal waste
  • Assist in taking inventory and prepare orders for shipment as needed

Job Requirements

  • Ability to demonstrate forklift driving experience and pass the certification test if not already certified

Experience/Education

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Experience in a manufacturing facility
  • 6 months-2 years of forklift driving work experience in a manufacturing/warehouse environment

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to kneel, stoop, crawl, squat, and stand for extended period, while running machinery up to 12 hours
  • Ability to lift, push or pull up to 50 pounds

Apply now to launch your manufacturing career with one of the largest producers of metal food containers 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.

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