Machine Operator – Molding & Quality Control

Silgan Holdings Inc.; Slatersville (RI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Silgan Holdings Inc. currently seeks a production operator to monitor molding machines, perform quality checks, and maintain a clean, safe work area.

You will attend up to five presses, inspect hourly for defects, and report issues to supervision or the team leader to ensure timely corrections and product quality. The role includes running grinders, managing runners, and assisting with assembly and inspection as needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform quality checks on molded products hourly.
• Ability to monitor multiple presses per production schedule.
• Capable of lifting up to 35 lbs and performing general housekeeping.

Responsibilities

• Monitor production runs on molding machines and maintain clean work area.
• Inspect molded products hourly for defects and report issues to supervision.
• Operate grinders and presses to ensure products meet specifications and deadlines.
• Grind runners, check cappers for runners, and segregate rejected/accepted products.
• Perform assembly/inspection tasks as needed and maintain safe, orderly work area.

Skills

Quality control

Safety awareness

Manual dexterity

Tools

Molding presses

Grinders

Conveyors

Job description

Silgan Holdings Inc. currently seeks a production operator to monitor molding machines, perform quality checks, and maintain a clean, safe work area.

You will attend up to five presses, inspect hourly for defects, and report issues to supervision or the team leader to ensure timely corrections and product quality. The role includes running grinders, managing runners, and assisting with assembly and inspection as needed.