Packaging Inspector

Silgan Containers•Fort Madison, IA

22d•$19 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

America's largest metal food packaging producer. A company that strives toward sustainability by reducing our carbon footprint, selecting like-minded suppliers, and providing recyclable products. Silgan Containers has 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. LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER 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.

Requirements

The ability to follow instructions and be a team player
The ability to pull, push, bend, climb, and lift up to 50 pounds
A safety-oriented mindset
Previous experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus

Responsibilities

Package product to required specifications
Place sleeves in cartons or snakewrap on pallet as required
Manually load shells into equipment as required
Monitor product continuously to ensure visual acceptability
Complete forms and reports as required, both manually and electronically
Work with management to improve work area, safety, quality, cost, and productivity

Benefits

Starting pay is $19.32 per hour - $24.51 per hour plus shift differential
Only work 84 hours every two weeks but earn 76 hours of straight pay and 8 hours of guaranteed overtime every two weeks
Quarterly bonus
Comprehensive benefits package, including medical and prescription, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short and long-term disability coverage
10 paid holidays
401k with a 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, and more
Safety glasses reimbursement
Steel toed boots not required
On-the-job training, classes, and tuition reimbursement as needed
Room to grow – we promote within