Spray Machine Operator

Silgan Plastics • Burlington, IA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Gain experience through on-the-job training as a Spray Machine Operator! Starting pay is $23.79 per hour. Shift: 6 PM – 6AM. This role involves continually monitoring the performance of the spray system, making necessary adjustments for proper film weights, distribution, and appearance. It also includes performing minor maintenance on spray machine pumps, guns, and related equipment, handling hazardous materials and wastes properly, and informing supervisors of recurring equipment malfunctions or poor quality materials. The operator will perform quality checks, document and react to out-of-spec conditions, and record material usage.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Manufacturing experience preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Competent in basic SPC, Gainseeker , Protraq and interpretation of SPC charts.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles is a plus

Responsibilities

• Continually monitor the performance of the spray system and make all adjustments necessary to assure proper film weights, distribution, and appearance.
• Perform minor maintenance on spray machine pumps, guns, and related equipment.
• Handle hazardous materials and wastes properly.
• Inform Supervisor and/or Quality Assurance Supervisor of recurring equipment malfunctions and poor quality materials or supplies.
• Perform quality checks as required and make adjustments to machines as needed.
• Document any out of gate / spec conditions on the SGC-500, and react accordingly.
• Record material usage.

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision
• 2 weeks of vacation
• 10 paid holidays
• Automatic enrollment in a 401k plan with an employer match
• Quality training to further develop you
• Room to grow – we promote within with training and job advancement opportunities
• Performance evaluations and pay increases given every 6 months for the first two years

What This Job Offers

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