Palletizing & Packaging Utility Technician

Silgan Plastics Corporation; Kentucky; On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Silgan Plastics Corporation is seeking a production worker focused on safety and efficiency to support downstream packaging operations in our Kentucky facility. The role involves sorting dunnage, operating palletizing equipment, and maintaining continual production flow

The candidate must hold a forklift license, be able to lift up to 35 pounds repeatedly, and work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment while maintaining strong communication with team members.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Forklift license is required.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds continuously throughout the shift.

Responsibilities

• Sort dunnage for damage and segregate for disposition.
• Build stacks of dunnage with correct count, height, weight and orientation.
• Load downstream unitizing areas and manage dunnage inventory to prevent shortages.
• Operate palletizer, wrapper, bander to ensure timely movement per spec.
• Monitor and assist in blending areas; alert technician when needed.
• Restart downstream equipment and rework bottles as required.
• Work with the Operator to maintain production.

Skills

Safety oriented

Mechanically inclined

Multitasking

Self-motivated

Independent worker

Communication skills

Strong work ethic

Lifting capability

Lift truck operation

Component handling

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Forklift license

Job description

Silgan Plastics Corporation is seeking a production worker focused on safety and efficiency to support downstream packaging operations in our Kentucky facility. The role involves sorting dunnage, operating palletizing equipment, and maintaining continual production flow

The candidate must hold a forklift license, be able to lift up to 35 pounds repeatedly, and work with minimal supervision in a fast-paced environment while maintaining strong communication with team members.