Setup Technician (M-F) 7am-3:30pm

Silgan Plastics Corporation; Flora (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Silgan Plastics Corporation in Illinois is seeking a maintenance/technical setter to perform assigned daily routines and ensure molds are kept in good working condition.

You will set up molding equipment, provide backup technical support to production, assist with new machines and molds during debugging, perform maintenance during the supervisor's absence, report quality, safety, and productivity information, and help maintain a clean, safe workplace in line with company policies.

Responsibilities

• To perform assigned daily routine.
• Assist in making sure all molds are kept in good working condition.
• To perform set ups in molding departments as required.
• To provide backup technical support to production and other internal customers.
• Assist with new machines and new molds during debugging stage.
• Perform specified functions of Maintenance and Engineering Manager his absence.
• Perform specified functions of equipment repair as require To report any vital information concerning quality, safety, and productivity to the proper personnel.
• To assist in maintaining a quality, clean, and safe working environment.
• Know and understand Silgan Company policies and procedures

Job description

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

To perform assigned set up responsibilities in a manner that meets or exceeds the requirements of the organization and its customers.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• To perform assigned daily routine.
• Assist in making sure all molds are kept in good working condition.
• To perform set ups in molding departments as required.
• To provide backup technical support to production and other internal customers.
• Assist with new machines and new molds during debugging stage.
• Perform specified functions of Maintenance and Engineering Manager his absence.
• Perform specified functions of equipment repair as require To report any vital information concerning quality, safety, and productivity to the proper personnel.
• To assist in maintaining a quality, clean, and safe working environment.
• Know and understand Silgan Company policies and procedures

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER (Non-Canada)

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.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER – Canada

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 accommodate individuals with disabilities. Silgan endeavors to provide accommodations to individuals with disabilities to perform their essential job duties as long as the accommodation does not pose an undue hardship on the company’s operations and does not pose a direct threat of substantial harm to the employee or others. 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. 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. Employment is always subject to the Silgan’s rights as employer, including the right to end employment in accordance with Provincial Law. Silgan is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to any ground protected under Provincial human rights laws. 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.