Operator

Silgan Containers • St. Joseph, MO

5d

About The Position

The Operator operates coil-handling and production equipment, performs minor maintenance, monitors product quality, and helps maintain production flow. The position includes setting up coils, clearing equipment jams, completing required documentation and cleaning tasks, supporting operational excellence initiatives, and assisting mechanics with repairs or maintenance. The Operator must follow plant safety rules, handle hazardous materials and waste properly, and attend required training and meetings. Other job-related duties may be assigned by the Supervisor. The role requires working 12-hour shifts and involves frequent walking, bending, and reaching, with occasional lifting, ladder climbing, and work at or above shoulder level.

Requirements

• Competence in basic SPC, Gainseeker, Protraq, and interpretation of SPC charts.
• Ability to work 12-hour shifts.
• Ability to walk, bend, and reach constantly; occasionally lift up to 50 pounds without assistance, climb ladders, and work with equipment at shoulder level and above.
• Ability to perform the essential duties proficiently, with reasonable accommodation where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Operate coil-handling equipment, lubricators, cuppers, ironers, trimmers, and Schneider equipment.
• Perform minor maintenance and maintain filters, lubricant, and coolant levels as needed.
• Set up coils on the Upender, Coil Car, and Uncoiler as needed.
• Perform required quality checks and adjust machines as needed.
• Complete required documentation and record out-of-gate or out-of-spec conditions; notify the Supervisor of out-of-spec conditions.
• Clear jams in cuppers, ironers, trimmers, elevators, trackwork, and scrap-handling equipment to maintain production flow and reduce downtime.
• Keep equipment and the work area free of trim scrap, oil, water, and debris; complete and initial tasks on the Cleaning List.
• Participate in OpEx initiatives and complete assigned tasks and audits.
• Assist Mechanics with repairs and maintenance work.
• Report recurring equipment malfunctions, poor-quality materials, and production problems to the Supervisor and Mechanic.
• Feed cans back into the production line from designated recyclable areas.
• Handle hazardous materials and waste properly.
• Monitor Schneider filter paper and change it as required.
• Perform secondary jobs as instructed by the Supervisor.
• Attend required safety, environmental, and informational training sessions and meetings.
• Follow all plant safety rules.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed