Injection Operator — Precision, Quality & Safety

Silgan Containers; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Silgan Containers in Kentucky seeks a production operator responsible for starting up injection molding machines, monitoring cycles, collecting parts, and performing hourly quality checks.

You will document operations, ensure safety rules are followed, prepare paperwork for shift handoffs, and maintain a clean, organized work area.

This role requires attention to detail, teamwork, and adherence to quality standards in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with production quality checks and documentation.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and maintain clean work areas.
• Competence in operating injection molding machinery and start-up/shutdown tasks.

Responsibilities

• Prepare production paperwork for machine start-up and operation.
• Monitor machine operation and ensure parts are collected and counted correctly.
• Conduct quality checks and report nonconformities to QA.
• Prepare end-of-shift paperwork and maintain a clean, safe workspace.

Skills

Quality control

Safety procedures

Documentation

Machine operation

Tools

Injection molding machines

Job description

Silgan Containers in Kentucky seeks a production operator responsible for starting up injection molding machines, monitoring cycles, collecting parts, and performing hourly quality checks.

You will document operations, ensure safety rules are followed, prepare paperwork for shift handoffs, and maintain a clean, organized work area.

This role requires attention to detail, teamwork, and adherence to quality standards in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.