Silgan Containers
Direct Workday career site

Machine Operator

Location
Breinigsville, PA
Listed
22 days ago

Essential Job Functions

  • Perform low pressure checks
  • Wipe off tooling and redraw
  • Maintain plate log sheets and can line production reports
  • Operate can palletizer and package cans into pallets and boxes
  • Place sleeves in cartons or snakewrap on pallet as required
  • Observes flow of cans through equipment and check for defects
  • Assist line mechanics in basic repairs and preventive maintenance
  • Work on a palletizer to group and layer finished goods in preparation for storage or shipment
  • Sort cans and chipboards
  • Daily cleaning
  • Gain knowledge of production lines, equipment, and quality standards

Job Requirements

  • Ability to use basic mechanical tools to include measuring equipment (micrometers, calipers)
  • Ability to communicate problems or potential hazards
  • Ability to read, understand and work from blueprints and technical manuals
  • High energy to keep machines moving
  • Ability to read, comprehend, and follow verbal/written instructions in English

Experience/Education

  • High school diploma or equivalent

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to kneel, stoop, crawl, squat, and stand for extended period, while running machinery up to 12 hours
  • Must possess adequate upper body strength to repeatedly pull or push hand tools in order to make, repair, or adjust parts and/or machines
  • Ability to lift 50 pounds
  • Ability to be in constant motion about 50-70% of shifts
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