For more than 50 years, Silgan Plastics has defined the plastic bottling industry from technical innovation to creative packaging solutions. No matter what your packaging needs, Silgan can and will handle them. From creation to commercialization, our customized approach to each customer's requirements is what sets us apart from the rest.
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:
The Machine Operator is responsible for efficient operation and production of machines and equipment. This position will ensure machines and equipment are operating at optimum performance levels ensuring exceptional quality of the product.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Effectively troubleshoot and diagnose equipment.
2. Perform minor preventive maintenance to the machines.
3. Conduct minor repairs and replacement of parts on machines as required.
4. Adjust molding machines and perform calibration checks ensuring accuracy an making sure machines run at optimum performance levels.
5. Ensuring machine is functioning safely in accordance with GMP and housekeeping standards.
6. Verify the quality of the product through inspections and testing.
7. Monitor the rejected product and perform a waste count.
8. Report operational deficiencies to management.
9. Ensure the completion and accuracy of all required reports relating to production and machine performance.
10. Train, monitor and supervise your assigned team, ensuring employees are performing their job duties.
11. Be a point of contact and communicate effectively regarding employee issues when required.
12. Communicate with drivers and customers on night shift.
13. Ensure the plant adheres to safety and environmental rules.
14. Maintain daily housekeeping ensuring working area is kept safe and clear of excess debris.
15. Always adhere to company safety policies
16. Ensure all policies and procedures are followed.
17. Perform any additional assigned duties as needed to support the plant
AUTHORITY LEVEL (if applicable):
N/A
EDUCATION:
Required: GED
Preferred: High school diploma
EXPERIENCE:
Required: 1+ years of experience working as an extrusion blow molding machine operator.
SKILLS:
Required: Ability to read, write and communicate orally. Good attention to detail.
Aptitude for problem solving and mechanics. Proficiency with hand tools. Able to perform repetitive tasks for extended periods. Must be able to stand for long periods of time. Ability to remain focused and efficient while working within tight deadlines. Ability to resolve issues in high pressure situations.
Work Schedule:
Required: Morning Shift: 7 am – 3 pm
Afternoon Shift: 3 pm – 11 pm
Night Shift: 11 pm – 7 am
This is a rotating shift schedule every 2 weeks.
LIMITATIONS & 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. Silgan will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified applicants and employees as required by law.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the associate occupying this position. Associates will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.
Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess and demonstrate the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.
Silgan Plastics considers applicants for all positions without regard to any protected status and provides accommodation to employees as required by law.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.93-$22.94 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- RRSP match
- Vision care
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Night shift
Work Location: In person