Packages bottle manually at standard rate on assigned line(s). Performs basic quality control checks including measuring, weighing, strength testing, package counts, and evaluating product appearance.  May be required to tape, unitize cartons, fold box, applies labels, and stacks boxes on pallets.  Responsible for general housekeeping.  Assisting in scrap removal and grinding.  Required to pack either blank or decorated bottles.  Performs finishing operations as directed and assigned on a variety of product.  Such operations include packaging, assembly, rework, inspection, weighing, recording finished production.  Work under direct supervision.Packs cartons with empty plastic bottles at a standard rate.Twists, bends and lifts every carton.  This requires wrist and arm movements.Uses simple measuring instruments such as a ruler, scale or gages to check work.  General arithmetic knowledge is necessary to understand how to use these tools. Monitors product for quality defects and promptly inform the operator and/ or the coordinator.Loads conveyors and flamers.Practices housekeeping on assigned line(s) and around machine including mopping if necessary.Removes scrap from around the line.Grind and pull plastic as needed.Makes and unitizes cartons as assigned.Initials and dates box labels.Makes out unit tickets.Does any other work as assigned by the Supervisor.Ability to work with 18- 30 lbs. per carton.Possibly packs 100 to 250 cartons in an 8-hour shift.May have to lift carton off the horse onto floor.Twists, bends and lifts every carton. Promotes a safe working environment.Understands and adheres to all Silgan safety policies and procedures to prevent injury to self and co-workers.

EDUCATION:  

Preferred:  High School Diploma, GED or equivalent

EXPERIENCE:

Required:  1 years manufacturing experience

SKILLS:

Required: Must be dependable, have a good attendance record and be able to understand bottle specifications to assure proper bottle inspection.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER (Non-Canada) 

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.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER – Canada 
 
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 accommodate individuals with disabilities. Silgan endeavors to provide accommodations to individuals with disabilities to perform their essential job duties as long as the accommodation does not pose an undue hardship on the company’s operations and does not pose a direct threat of substantial harm to the employee or others. 
 
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.
 
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. Employment is always subject to the Silgan’s rights as employer, including the right to end employment in accordance with Provincial Law.
 
Silgan is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to any ground protected under Provincial human rights laws. 
 
Silgan is a drug-free workplace.