Production Operator

Silgan Containers • Fort Dodge, IA

37d

About The Position

What We Offer You:
Overtime available
Outstanding benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, short-term disability, and graduated vacation
10 paid holidays
401k with up to a 3 percent company match
Culture of advancement and growth - we promote from within. You will be expected to pass the Mechanic test and become a Press Mechanic within 6 months of your start date.
We care about your safety, which means we do what’s needed to protect our employees and that’s reflected in our Drive to Zero Injuries results
What You'll Do
Assist in performing routine maintenance on assigned machines under supervision
Support machine changeovers and learn proper procedures
Follow guidance on shutdown and startup procedures for auxiliary equipment
Participate in equipment overhaul tasks as assigned
Promptly report unusual events or emergencies to the supervisor
Adhere to all safety procedures, including PPE, LOTO, working at heights, confined spaces, and hazardous materials handling
Ensure all related documentation is completed accurately with appropriate guidance
Maintain a clean and organized work area
Additional related duties as required; others as assigned.

Requirements

• Passing score on Battery X - Mechanic test within 6 months
• Willingness to learn and assist with the setup, startup, and operation of manufacturing equipment
• Ability to follow instructions and complete tasks in a professional and responsible manner
• Basic understanding or interest in mechanical tools and equipment
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to follow safety protocols
• Ability to operate or learn to operate a forklift or other lifting equipment
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• Must be able to kneel, stoop, crawl, squat, and stand for extended periods while learning maintenance procedures
• Ability to distinguish minor variations in materials and components
• Adequate hand-eye coordination to assist in machine adjustments under supervision
• Basic physical strength to handle tools and equipment as required

Nice To Haves

• Mechanical aptitude or interest in hands-on technical work is a plus

Responsibilities

• Assist in performing routine maintenance on assigned machines under supervision
• Support machine changeovers and learn proper procedures
• Follow guidance on shutdown and startup procedures for auxiliary equipment
• Participate in equipment overhaul tasks as assigned
• Promptly report unusual events or emergencies to the supervisor
• Adhere to all safety procedures, including PPE, LOTO, working at heights, confined spaces, and hazardous materials handling
• Ensure all related documentation is completed accurately with appropriate guidance
• Maintain a clean and organized work area
• Additional related duties as required; others as assigned

Benefits

• Overtime available
• Outstanding benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, short-term disability, and graduated vacation
• 10 paid holidays
• 401k with up to a 3 percent company match
• Culture of advancement and growth - we promote from within
• We care about your safety, which means we do what’s needed to protect our employees and that’s reflected in our Drive to Zero Injuries results

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED