Machine Operator

Silgan Plastics•Breinigsville, PA

12d•$27•Onsite

About The Position

We are hiring for a Machine Operator at our Breinigsville, PA plant! Internal candidates - Apply today! This role involves gaining knowledge of production lines, equipment, and quality standards. You will work on a palletizer to group and layer finished goods in preparation for storage or shipment, and check the quality of the cans to identify defects. Silgan Containers is America's largest metal food packaging producer and strives toward sustainability by reducing our carbon footprint, selecting like-minded suppliers, and providing recyclable products. We have set sustainability targets through 2030 to source more renewable energy, reduce our greenhouse gas emissions, and divert our waste from landfill to foster environmental stewardship.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Ability to read, comprehend, and follow verbal and written instructions in English
Experience using computers, copiers, calculators, scanners, and printers

Responsibilities

Gain knowledge of production lines, equipment, and quality standards
Work on a palletizer to group and layer finished goods in preparation for storage or shipment
Check the quality of the cans to identify defects

Benefits

Starting pay is $27.38 per hour plus $1.75 shift differential
Quarterly bonus based on group efficiency, safety, housekeeping, and quality metrics
Overtime available after 40 hours worked in a week
Comprehensive benefits package, including medical and prescription, dental, vision, life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage
2 weeks of vacation, 10 paid holidays plus 2 personal days
401k with 3 percent match
HSA after 30 days
Add-on benefits include pet insurance, MSK programs - Hinge Health and Regenexx, telemedicine, Livongo for diabetes and hypertension
Eligible reimbursement after 90 days for prescription safety glasses
Company paid customized ear plugs
Steel toed boots reimbursement offered, but not required
On-the-job training
Trade school classes
Tuition reimbursement
Opportunities for community outreach and volunteering