Operator Assistant

Silgan Plastic Food Containers Corporation; Union (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Silgan Plastic Food Containers Corporation seeks an Operator Assistant to support packaging operations on production lines, following work instructions and customer specifications. The role emphasizes accuracy in packaging WIP and finished goods, and ensuring compliance with quality standards while maintaining safe work practices on the line.

The position involves physical tasks such as standing for long shifts, lifting up to 50 pounds, and working in heat, with training completing all required

Qualifications

• Successful completion of all training modules for Operator Assistant position.

Responsibilities

• Packages WIP and finished product from RTF and/or Printing lines
• Runs the scoring machine
• Reports any non-conformances noted during packing to the operator
• Reworks nonconforming product in accordance with documented work instructions
• Works 12 hour shifts standing on concrete
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis
• Go up steps periodically throughout the day
• Work in the heat
• Performs other designated duties as assigned
• Conducts duties according to plant safety policies and procedures

Skills

Training compliance

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

POSITION TITLE

Operator Assistant

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

Packages Work in Process (WIP) and finished product on production lines according to work instructions and/or customer specifications.

Reworks nonconforming product.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Packages WIP and finished product from RTF and/or Printing lines
• Runs the scoring machine
• Reports any non-conformances noted during packing to the operator
• Reworks nonconforming product in accordance with documented work instructions
• Works 12 hour shifts standing on concrete
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis
• Go up steps periodically throughout the day
• Work in the heat
• Performs other designated duties as assigned
• Conducts duties according to plant safety policies and procedures

EDUCATION

Preferred: High School diploma or equivalent

EXPERIENCE

Required: Successful completion of all training modules for Operator Assistant position.

SKILLS

Required: Additional training requirements are identified and arrangements for the training made when needed.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (if applicable)

The physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the Operator Assistant job.

Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions.

LIMITATIONS & 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. Silgan will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities unless doing so would cause undue hardship. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the associate occupying this position. Associates 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 Plastic Food Containers 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. Silgan Plastics is a drug-free workplace.

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. Silgan is a drug-free workplace.

This page is specific to Silgan Containers, Silgan Closures, Silgan Plastics, Silgan Plastics Food Containers and Silgan Specialty packaging.

We are a leading worldwide manufacturer of dispensing and specialty closures for food, beverage, health care, garden, home, personal care, fragrance and beauty products. We are also a leading manufacturer of metal containers in North America and Europe, and we are the largest manufacturer of metal food containers in North America with a unit volume market share in the United States in 2021 of slightly more than half of the market. Additionally, we are a leading manufacturer of custom designed plastic containers in North America for a variety of markets, including the personal care, food, health care and household and industrial chemical markets.