Machine Operator Summary:

The Machine Operator is responsible for ensuring proper inspection and packing of product.  This position works in the Production Department, reporting to the Production Supervisor. 

Job Responsibilities:

Monitor automated packing process, providing manual intervention when neededInspect full boxes of finished product for qualityAssemble boxes for filling with finished productKeep downstream packing equipment running and supplied with boxes to be filledSeal, label, load boxes onto elevatorMaintain organized and clean workstations and common areaOther duties as assigned

Education/ Previous Experience:

High School Diploma or GEDAbility to read shipping lablesAbility to identify defects in finished productGood color acuityExperience in manufacturing environment preferredAbility to learn, grow and adapt to changing business needs
 

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift, carry, push and pull up to 25 pounds frequently, 27 pounds occasionally and ability to be actively moving for the majority of any shiftUse of Personal protective equipment on the production floor (PPE)Physical requirements include but not limited to standing, climbing, walking, lifting, carrying, pulling, pushing, stooping, crouching, color determination and grasping.

About Us:

Silgan Dispensing is a plastic injection molding company located in Macedonia, Ohio that has been manufacturing quality plastic products since 1973. We manufacture over caps for all aerosol product categories including personal, household, food, paint, automotive and industrial. In addition, we manufacture and assemble a wide array of other custom injection molded products.  The Company values its employees and provides training programs and opportunities for advancement.  Company also offers a full benefit package that includes paid vacation, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, 401(k) program, short and long term disability coverage, discount programs and much more.

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.