Night Shift Palletizing Specialist (6pm-6am)

Silgan Containers; Burlington (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Silgan Containers in Burlington, IA is seeking a production operator to maintain efficiency on the can line, palletize, pack cans, and operate forklifts as needed. The role requires reading blueprints, using basic mechanical tools, and strict adherence to safety procedures.

You will work 6:00pm–6:00am on a 2-2-3 schedule, rotate shifts, and potentially overtime. Manufacturing experience is preferred; High School diploma or GED required; training will be provided.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical manuals.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all safety regulations and/or directives.
• Package product to required specifications.
• Operate can palletizer and package cans into pallets and boxes.
• Place sleeves in cartons or snakewrap on pallet as required.
• Manually load shells into equipment as required.
• Complete forms and reports as required, both manually and electronically.
• Assist Line Mechanics in basic repairs and preventive maintenance.
• Operate forklift as required to assist Line Mechanics and fill in for Shipper/Warehouser (Lift Truck Operator) when required.
• Perform misc./utility duties as needed (i.e. clean & maintain baler; snow removal at night).
• Maintain clean work area and perform other cleaning duties as assigned by Management.
• Assist in training other employees and Management Trainees as required.
• Attend training sessions as required.
• Exercise proper care and protection of company property
• All other duties as assigned by Supervisor or Management
• Able to work 6:00pm-6:00am on a 2-2-3 schedule
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Able to work at high speeds and multitask
• Dependable and flexible to work rotating 12-hour shifts and overtime as needed
• Ability to get forktruck certified
• Able to work with little supervision
• Able to work at heights including use of steps and ladders

Skills

Mechanical tools

Blueprints reading

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Silgan Containers in Burlington, IA is seeking a production operator to maintain efficiency on the can line, palletize, pack cans, and operate forklifts as needed. The role requires reading blueprints, using basic mechanical tools, and strict adherence to safety procedures.

You will work 6:00pm–6:00am on a 2-2-3 schedule, rotate shifts, and potentially overtime. Manufacturing experience is preferred; High School diploma or GED required; training will be provided.