We are proud to be anESSENTIAL PART OF THE WORLD'S FOOD SUPPLY CHAINand are looking for team members who will take this job as seriously as we do! NOW HIRING FOR A MATERIAL HANDLER AT OUR ATHENS, GA FACILITY – APPLY NOW!

What we offer you:

• Starting pay $15.00/hour starting, depending on experience; $1 shift differential
• 12-hour shifts in a 2-2-3 schedule – you would only work 14 days out of the month which gives days during the week for personal business and appointments
• We promote from within
• A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance, 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off, wellness programs, educational assistance, training, and more!

What you'll do:

• Operate electric powered lift trucks to transport materials, supplies and equipment on plant grounds
• Stack materials in storage areas
• Deliver raw materials from warehouse into production areas

You’ll love it here if you:

• Want to be part of a larger vison to alleviate world hunger
• You enjoy working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

What you'll need to have:

• Highschool diploma or equivalent.
• Six months related experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.
• Some computer knowledge

Who we are:

• Global Fortune 500 packaging company with 109 manufacturing facilities in North and South America, Europe, and Asia.
• A leading supplier of sustainable metal and plastic packaging solutions for consumer goods products for food, beverage, health care, garden, home, personal care, and beauty product.
• A stable, reliable, and environmentally conscious company.

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.

You should be proficient in:

• Forklift Licensed
• Experience in a Manufacturing Environment

SALARY INFO:

$15 - $15 / HR