Production Technician-2

Silgan Plastics Portola; Delta; On-site; CAD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Silgan Plastics Portola in Delta, BC is seeking a The Packer to ensure efficient operation of the packing department and assist other departments as needed. You will load product into trailers, monitor lines, and maintain quality and safety across the facility.

The role requires standing for long periods, the ability to lift 10 lbs, and a rotating shift schedule. Training and teamwork are emphasized, with responsibilities including daily quality reports and PPE compliance.

Qualifications

• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Able to lift 10 lbs.
• Excellent communication and organization skills.
• Able to work a rotating shift schedule.
• Must be dependable with good attendance.

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 start-up and shutdown of machines.
• Visually check all product for quality and dispose of defects.
• Operate and monitor the semi-automatic bagger.
• Inspect bagging machines and reset as needed.
• Identify and communicate safety hazards.
• Complete daily quality control reports and investigations.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
• Assist and train new employees.
• Support other departments as needed.
• Complete required monthly safety training.
• Adhere to company safety policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Stamina

Attention to detail

Team player

Safety conscious

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The Packer

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 10 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
• 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.

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.

This page is specific to Silgan Containers, Silgan Closures, Silgan Plastics, Silgan Plastics Food Containers and Silgan Specialty packaging.

We are a leading worldwide manufacturer of dispensing and specialty closures for food, beverage, health care, garden, home, personal care, fragrance and beauty products. We are also a leading manufacturer of metal containers in North America and Europe, and we are the largest manufacturer of metal food containers in North America with a unit volume market share in the United States in 2021 of slightly more than half of the market. Additionally, we are a leading manufacturer of custom designed plastic containers in North America for a variety of markets, including the personal care, food, health care and household and industrial chemical markets.