1.Purpose

Define skill level within the Operator position, and establish a process for objectively evaluating and assigning operator to skill level.

2.Scope

The skill and level system applies to all Operator levels

3.Assessment Process

     Initial assignment will be determined upon hire based upon work experience and assessment of skills through the interview process. Pay within assigned skill level will also be assessed within the performance review process. To be considered for assignment to a higher level, the Operator must show that they have completed the requirements needed for the next level.

 Level 1 Assessment

Conducted by Production SupervisorSigned off by Plant Manager, Production Manager, and then HR Manager

Level 2 Assessment

Initial Assessment by a level 3 OperatorConfirmation Assessment by Production SupervisorSigned off by Plant Manager, Production Manager, and then HR Manager

Level 3 Assessment

Initial assessment by a level 3 OperatorVerification Assessment by Production SupervisorConfirmation Assessment by a second Production SupervisorSigned off by Plant Manager, Production Manager, and then HR Manager4.Requirements

Level 1 Operator

Able to keep up with full press assignment (1-3 presses)Able to keep downstream  equipment running without bulk, during normal operating conditionsCompletes operator log on time and pulls appropriate quality shotsUnderstands the box erecting, feeding , taping, and labeling processUnderstands use of palletizing systemKeeps work area clean and occasionally cleans outside of their work stationWillingly uses manual palletizing process when palletizing system is down

Level 2 Operator

Meets or exceeds all level 1 requirementsAble to keep downstream equipment running without bulk, during abnormal operating conditionsAble to work on bulk as needed, at their press during normal operating conditions

Level 3 Operator

Meets or exceeds all Level 1 and 2 requirementsCross trained in one or more positions (i.e. Utility, Quality, Value Added, etc), can and will cover when neededIs a designated trainer and mentor for new Operators, continues to help and watch out for them after their 2 week training is complete

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.