Packer-1 - Houston, TX

VetJobs; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Silgan Containers in Houston, TX is seeking a manufacturing associate for an on-site role. You will trim, inspect and pack containers, monitor production for quality, and support housekeeping and safety compliance on the line.

The position requires reading the pick list, applying tickets, and documenting data on reports. Candidates should have a High School/GED and be prepared to operate packaging equipment with attention to safety.

Qualifications

• Read and understand the job discrete pick list and ensure compliance on the assigned line.
• Fill in required data on exception reports and any pack/inspection sheets.
• Adhere to Silgan safety policies and participate in safety/quality meetings.
• Maintain housekeeping in assigned areas and report hazards.
• Operate or monitor line equipment to start/stop/reset jams when needed.

Responsibilities

• Trim, inspect and pack containers or parts on line 1.
• Take the 95-gallon trash cans to the compactor and return them.
• Inspect and pack bottles on assigned lines and in rework areas.
• Monitor production for quality defects and inform supervisor of issues.
• Apply tickets to finished packages and ensure proper labeling.
• Read and follow the pick list and ensure line compliance.
• Complete data on exception reports and pack/inspection sheets.
• Complete housekeeping duties in areas of responsibility.
• Report safety hazards and participate in monthly safety meetings.
• Follow all safety policies and contribute to quality initiatives.
• Empty reject bins and grind scrap as necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Skills

Quality awareness

Safety focus

Data entry

Education

High School/GED

Tools

Bottle conveyors

Sleeve labeler

Box maker

Labeler

Flame treater

Leak tester

Job description

Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.

• Trim, inspect and pack containers or parts on line 1
• Taking the 95-gallon trash cans in the production floor to the compactor to be emptied and bringing them back to the production floor once they have been emptied.
• Inspects and packs bottles on assigned lines, repack area or during rework activities.
• Monitor production for quality defects and promptly inform the operator and/or supervisor of any issues.
• Correctly apply tickets to finished packages.
• Read and understand the job discrete pick list. Ensure compliance on assigned line.
• Fill in required data on exception reports and any pack/inspection sheets as required.
• Start, stop, reset and clear jams on auxiliary equipment such as bottle conveyors, sleeve labeler, box maker, labeler, flame treater, leak tester, etc.
• Complete assigned housekeeping duties in areas of responsibility.
• Complete employee safety observation forms and report hazards as necessary.
• Participate in monthly safety and/or quality meetings.
• Adhere to Silgan safety policies.
• Empty reject bins and grind scrap as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Auto req ID

482068BR

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

City*

Houston

State*

Texas

Job_Category

Manufacturing

Job Code

Manufacturing Manufacturing

Affiliate Sponsor

Silgan Containers