Machine Operator

This position is responsible for performing power assisted assembly operations on LINING machines and monitoring production runs/orders through the molding machines, checking for quality, and maintaining a clean work area throughout Assembly, Main Molding and Polycams. The role includes utilizing a variety of instruments such as calipers, air hoses, and picks. Picks are used to clear jams in the machines.

Operators operate power‑assisted machinery to assemble components (caps, lining and spouts), visually inspect parts/assemblies for defects, and segregate defective parts for rework or scrap. Completed boxes must be dated, initialed, and returned to Quality Control for testing. Operators are also responsible for changing lining rolls when empty or when the job order changes. Responsibilities include attending up to five presses based on production schedules and manufacturing requirements, checking all molded products hourly for defects, grinding runners and checking cappers for runners, cleaning tracks, bowls, conveyors and upright conveyors as necessary, grading product for defects, performing quality checks, completing labels, and ensuring rejected and accepted product is separated.

Operators operate and monitor grinders and presses, ensuring the product is manufactured in accordance with specifications, schedules, and deadlines. Report issues/defects to Team Leader/Processor/Supervisor for timely correction and problem solving. Operators maintain a neat and orderly work area, keeping walkways and aisles clear to ensure a safe work environment and perform general housekeeping duties such as sweeping and trash removal.

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.

Equality Statement – 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.