Machine Operator Floater

Silgan DispensingSlatersville, RI
Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for monitoring production runs/orders through the molding machines, checking for quality, and maintaining a clean work area throughout Main Molding and Polycams. Functions: Responsibilities include attending up to five presses based on production schedules and manufacturing requirements. Check all molded products hourly for defects. Report any defects to Team Leader/Processor for timely correction and problem solving. If Team Leader/Processor is not available Quality and Shift Supervisor should be notified. Responsible for grinding runners and checking cappers for runners. Clean track, bowls, conveyors and upright conveyor as necessary. Hygrade product for defects and perform quality checks. Complete label, place on box, and ensure rejected and accepted product is separated. Responsible for cleaning area ensuring a safe work environment. Operate and monitor grinders and presses ensuring the product is manufactured in accordance with specifications, schedules and deadlines. Maintains a neat and orderly work area, keeping walkways and aisles clear. Performs general housekeeping duties such as sweeping and trash removal. In performing assigned duties frequently, lifts/moves up to and including 35 lbs. Standing, walking, bending, crouching, squatting, and reaching are all required motions of the job. Secondary functions: May perform Assembly and Inspection functions. When work in primary classification is not available, may perform other duties according to skill and availability.

Requirements

  • Ability to lift/move up to and including 35 lbs.
  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, crouch, squat, and reach.
  • Ability to perform Assembly and Inspection functions.
  • Ability to perform other duties according to skill and availability.

Responsibilities

  • Attend up to five presses based on production schedules and manufacturing requirements.
  • Check all molded products hourly for defects.
  • Report any defects to Team Leader/Processor for timely correction and problem solving.
  • Notify Quality and Shift Supervisor if Team Leader/Processor is not available.
  • Grind runners and check cappers for runners.
  • Clean track, bowls, conveyors and upright conveyor as necessary.
  • Hygrade product for defects and perform quality checks.
  • Complete label, place on box, and ensure rejected and accepted product is separated.
  • Clean the work area to ensure a safe environment.
  • Operate and monitor grinders and presses ensuring the product is manufactured in accordance with specifications, schedules and deadlines.
  • Maintain a neat and orderly work area, keeping walkways and aisles clear.
  • Perform general housekeeping duties such as sweeping and trash removal.
  • Lift/move up to and including 35 lbs.
  • Perform Assembly and Inspection functions as secondary duties.
  • Perform other duties according to skill and availability when work in primary classification is not available.
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