Production Operator

What we offer you:

• Overtime available
• Outstanding benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, short-term disability, and graduated vacation
• 10 paid holidays
• 401k with up to a 3 percent company match
• Culture of advancement and growth - we promote from within. You will be expected to pass the Mechanic test and become a Press Mechanic within 6 months of your start date.
• We care about your safety, which means we do what’s needed to protect our employees and that’s reflected in our Drive to Zero Injuries results

What You'll Do

• Assist in performing routine maintenance on assigned machines under supervision
• Support machine changeovers and learn proper procedures
• Follow guidance on shutdown and startup procedures for auxiliary equipment
• Participate in equipment overhaul tasks as assigned
• Promptly report unusual events or emergencies to the supervisor
• Adhere to all safety procedures, including PPE, LOTO, working at heights, confined spaces, and hazardous materials handling
• Ensure all related documentation is completed accurately with appropriate guidance
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Additional related duties as required; others as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• Passing score on Battery X - Mechanic test within 6 months
• Willingness to learn and assist with the setup, startup, and operation of manufacturing equipment
• Ability to follow instructions and complete tasks in a professional and responsible manner
• Basic understanding or interest in mechanical tools and equipment
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to follow safety protocols
• Ability to operate or learn to operate a forklift or other lifting equipment

Experience/Education:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• Mechanical aptitude or interest in hands-on technical work is a plus

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to kneel, stoop, crawl, squat, and stand for extended periods while learning maintenance procedures
• Ability to distinguish minor variations in materials and components
• Adequate hand-eye coordination to assist in machine adjustments under supervision
• Basic physical strength to handle tools and equipment as required

Who we are:

• 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 landfills to foster environmental stewardship.

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.