Production Operator

Starting pay is $31.46 per hour plus $1.00 shift differential Shift: 6PM - 6AMon a 2-2-3Rotating shift Week 1: Work 36 hours. Week 2: Work 48 hours, which includes OT. What we offer you: Starting pay of $31.46 per hour with $1.00 shift differential for night shift. Overtime and opportunities for double time available. Quarterly incentive bonuses based on safety training completion and plant incident rates. Robust benefit coverage for medical, dental, vision, and prescription drugs,life insurance, and short and long-term disability coverage, plus online medical appointments with our telemedicine program. Options to specialty programs, like pet insurance, health programs for diabetes, hypertension management, and more. HSA available after 30 days. We provide a 401k with a 3 percent match, dollar for dollar. We offer 10 paid holidays with 2 weeks vacation, reserving 5 days for the holiday shutdowns. Holiday shutdowns occur the week of 4th of July, the week of Thanksgiving, the week of Christmas through New Year. Company provides a toolbox plus mechanic tool replacements. Company-paid uniform, prescription safety glasses, and custom ear molds are available at no charge. We provide an annual shoe voucher, including insoles. Steel-toed boots are not required. We have a culture of advancement and growth. We invest in you with training, classes, and tuition reimbursement. You'll be appreciated for your hard work and celebrated for reaching team goals. Monthly incentives to earn gift cards. Free swag plus water bottle. We have an onsite market for food, desserts, snacks, and drinks, with free coffee and free cocoa. We care about your safety, which means we do what's needed to protect our employees and that's reflected in our Drive to Zero Injuries initiative results. Stability in a growing, environmentally conscious, publicly traded company. Opportunity to work alongside America's most respected brands and be part of the Silgan legacy that makes us the market front-runner in consumer packaging. Essential Job Functions: Assist with changeovers Stage coils on all lines and keep all lines stocked with coils using the HOIST forklift. Assist all DRD lines as needed -Break coverage Performs in-process tests such as contamination tests, enamel rating, compound film weights, copper sulfate test, water test, stripe weights, enamel slitter and scroll registration, axial and panel tests, etc. Checks and records can and end physical dimensions. Check sheet length, squareness, and related inspections. Water test, tester rejects - inspects as needed to maintain acceptable quality level. Checks function ability of testers. Visually inspect all operations at the company's prescribed frequencies. Removes defective production from lines and issues. Hold Work Sheets as needed to conform to company standards. Accurately records tests, inspections, and related data, including computer data input. Initiates H.F.I.s, accurately identifies discrepant material, and maintains a record of the same. Works with mechanics, operating personnel, and supervision to ensure a quality product. Performs related work assignments as required. Maintains work areas and equipment in a clean and orderly condition. Performs assigned duties in a self-sustaining manner with minimum supervision or direction. Attendance at weekly Safety Meetings and other meetings as instructed. Job Requirements: Ability to read and comprehend operating instructions, manuals, specifications, and other written material. Skilled in using inspection gauges and computer data entry, as well as knowledge of tinplate, coating material, etc. Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to communicate effectively with supervision and other line personnel. Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Reasoning Ability: Solve practical problems and deal with various concrete variables in situations with limited standardization. Ability to interpret multiple instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Shift work and overtime are required as needed. The employee is regularly exposed to a loud environment, moving mechanical parts/machinery and chemicals. Occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. Must follow the "Code of Conduct for Job Performance." Report unusual events or emergencies to the Supervisor immediately. Consult with the Supervisor regarding company policies and procedures. Perform all duties regarding the safety of self and fellow employees, with proper care and protection of company property. Maintain area in a clean and orderly condition. Experience/Education: High School Diploma or GED. Must be a qualified journeyman-level Inspector or successfully completed the Inspector Trainee program. 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.