Spray Machine Operator

Silgan Containers • Burlington, IA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Gain experience through on-the-job training as a Spray Machine Operator! This role involves continually monitoring the performance of the spray system and making necessary adjustments to ensure proper film weights, distribution, and appearance. You will also perform minor maintenance on spray machine pumps, guns, and related equipment, and handle hazardous materials and wastes properly. This position requires informing supervisors of recurring equipment malfunctions and poor quality materials, performing quality checks, and documenting and reacting to out-of-spec conditions.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Manufacturing experience preferred
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• 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.
• Competent in basic SPC, Gainseeker, and Protraq and interpretation of SPC charts.
• Document any out of gate / spec conditions on the SGC-500, and react accordingly.
• Record material usage as required.

Benefits

• Starting wage is $23.79 per hour plus $1 per hour shift differential
• 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