Manufacturing General Laborer — Machine Operator & Palletizer

Silgan Containers Mfg Corp; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Silgan Containers Mfg Corp is seeking a multi-skilled machine operator in Missouri to feed materials and operate semi-automatic equipment, plus palletizer duties stacking finished goods.

The role includes cleanup, part sorting, and coverage for other operators. Training is provided to become a certified Forklift Driver and Palletizer, with reading blueprints and manuals to ensure quality and compliance.

Qualifications

• Basic math including decimals and fractions.
• Good English speaking and writing skills.
• Experience using basic office equipment (computers, copiers, scanners, printers).

Responsibilities

• Operate machine operator functions to feed materials and run semi-automatic equipment.
• Operate palletizer to stack finished product on pallets and assist operators as needed.
• Clean-up tasks, part sorting, and cover for other operators when required.
• Read blueprints, drawings, and equipment manuals to ensure proper setup.

Skills

English proficiency

Numeracy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Computers

Copiers

Calculators

Scanners

Printers

Job description

Silgan Containers Mfg Corp is seeking a multi-skilled machine operator in Missouri to feed materials and operate semi-automatic equipment, plus palletizer duties stacking finished goods.

The role includes cleanup, part sorting, and coverage for other operators. Training is provided to become a certified Forklift Driver and Palletizer, with reading blueprints and manuals to ensure quality and compliance.