Machine Operator

Silgan Containers Manufacturing Corporation; Upper Macungie Township (PA); On-site; USD 31,117 - 44,319; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Quarterly bonus

401k with 3% match

Paid vacation and holidays

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

Silgan Containers Manufacturing Corporation is seeking dedicated individuals in Upper Macungie Township, PA. The position offers a starting pay of $27.38 per hour plus benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and a 401k with matching. You will work on a palletizer and perform quality checks on cans for defects.

Ideal candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED and the ability to follow instructions in English. Come join a team committed to safety and environmental stewardship.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and follow verbal and written instructions in English.
• Experience using computers, copiers, calculators, scanners, and printers.

Responsibilities

• Gain knowledge of production lines, equipment, and quality standards.
• Work on a palletizer to group and layer finished goods in preparation for storage or shipment.
• Check the quality of the cans to identify defects.

Skills

Ability to read and comprehend instructions

Experience using computers, copiers, printers

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

United States, Pennsylvania, Breinigsville

What we offer you

• Starting pay is $27.38 per hour plus $1.75 shift differential
• Quarterly bonus based on group efficiency, safety, housekeeping, and quality metrics. Up to 11 percent bonus on top of base wage!
• Overtime available after 40 hours worked in a week
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical and prescription, dental, vision, life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage
• 2 weeks of vacation, 10 paid holidays plus 2 personal days
• 401k with 3 percent match
• Add-on benefits include pet insurance, MSK programs - Hinge Health and Regenexx, telemedicine, Livongo for diabetes and hypertension
• Eligible reimbursement after 90 days for prescription safety glasses
• Company paid customized ear plugs
• Steel toed boots reimbursement offered, but not required
• Culture of advancement and growth
• We invest in you with on-the-job training, trade school classes and tuition reimbursement as needed
• Opportunities for community outreach and volunteering
• 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
• Breinigsville has one of the youngest workforces across Silgan

What you'll do

• Gain knowledge of production lines, equipment, and quality standards
• Work on a palletizer to group and layer finished goods in preparation for storage or shipment
• Check the quality of the cans to identify defects

We need you to have

• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to read, comprehend, and follow verbal and written instructions in English
• Experience using computers, copiers, calculators, scanners, and printers

Who we are

America's largest metal food packaging producer.

A company that strives toward sustainability by reducing our carbon footprint, selecting like-minded suppliers, and providing recyclable products.

Silgan Containers has set sustainability targets through 2030 to source more renewable energy, reduce our greenhouse gas emissions, and divert our waste from landfill to foster environmental stewardship.

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.