Palletizer Operator

Silgan Containers • Burlington, IA

63d

About The Position

The position involves adhering to all safety regulations and directives while packaging products to required specifications. Responsibilities include operating a can palletizer, packaging cans into pallets and boxes, and manually loading shells into equipment. The role also requires completing forms and reports, assisting line mechanics with basic repairs and preventive maintenance, and operating a forktruck as needed. Additional duties include maintaining a clean work area, training other employees, and performing miscellaneous utility duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Able to work at high speeds and multitask
• Dependable and flexible to work rotating 12-hour shifts and overtime as needed
• Ability to get forktruck certified
• Able to work with little supervision
• Able to work at heights including use of steps and ladders
• High School diploma or GED required
• Manufacturing experience preferred
• Ability to use basic mechanical tools to include measuring equipment (micrometers, calipers, etc.)
• Ability to read, understand and work from blueprints and technical manuals

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all safety regulations and/or directives
• Package product to required specifications
• Operate can palletizer and package cans into pallets and boxes
• Place sleeves in cartons or snakewrap on pallet as required
• Manually load shells into equipment as required
• Complete forms and reports as required, both manually and electronically
• Assist Line Mechanics in basic repairs and preventive maintenance
• Operate forktruck as required to assist Line Mechanics and fill in for Shipper/Warehouser when required
• Perform misc./utility duties as needed (i.e. clean & maintain baler; snow removal at night)
• Maintain clean work area and perform other cleaning duties as assigned by Management
• Assist in training other employees and Management Trainees as required
• Attend training sessions as required
• Exercise proper care and protection of company property
• Perform all other duties as assigned by Supervisor or Management

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees