Production Technician

The Packer is responsible for ensuring efficient operation of the packing department as well as assisting with other departments within the facility. This position helps guarantee that all manufactured items are ready for shipment by placing them into containers and preparing them for transport

Responsibilities

Load product from production lines into trailers efficiently

Monitor, clear and reset production lines

Maintain smooth product flow and notify operator when there is an issue

Assist Machine Operators with the start-up and shut down of machines

Visually check all product ensuring it’s of the highest quality and dispose of any defective items

Operate and monitor the semi-automatic bagger

Continually inspect all bagging machines ensuring efficiency and effectiveness and reset machines when needed

Identify and communicate all potential safety hazards and concerns

Complete daily quality control reports, inspections and investigations with supervisor

Continually maintain a safe and clean work environment

Grind up rejected bottles and keep area safe and clean of debris

Assist and train all new employees

Support other departments as needed

Complete all required monthly safety training

Always adhere to company safety policies

Ensure all policies and procedures are followed

Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Must be able to stand for long periods of time

Remain focused and efficient while conducting repetitive tasks and working within tight deadlines

Excellent communication and organization skills

An ability to lift 50 lbs.

High level of integrity and work ethic

An ability to work independently and as part of a team

Able to work a rotating shift schedule

Ensure proper PPE is worn at all times within the facility

EDUCATION

Required: High School or GED

EXPERIENCE

1 year manufacturing experience

SKILLS

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.