Precision Molding & Assembly Operator

Responsibilities Perform power‑assisted assembly operations on LINING machines and monitor production runs/orders through the molding machines, checking for quality and maintaining a clean work area throughout Assembly, Main Molding and Polycams. Use instruments such as calipers, air hoses, and picks to clear jams in the machines; operate power‑assisted machinery to assemble components (caps, lining, and spouts). Visually inspect parts/assemblies for defects; segregate defective parts/assemblies for rework or scrap. Maintain completed boxes: date, initial, and return to Quality Control for testing. Change lining rolls when empty or when the job order changes. Attend up to five presses based on production schedules and manufacturing requirements. Check all molded products hourly for defects; grind runners and check cappers for runners. Clean tracks, bowls, conveyors, and upright conveyors as necessary; grade product for defects and perform quality checks. Complete labels, place on box, and ensure rejected and accepted product are separated. 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. Maintain a neat and orderly work area, keeping walkways and aisles clear to ensure a safe work environment. Perform general housekeeping duties such as sweeping and trash removal. Requirements Minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to perform the job successfully. Must be able to perform each duty proficiently; employment is at‑will. All job requirements can be modified to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities; some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to themselves or others. Equal Opportunity Employer 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr Silgan Dispensing