MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to::
Promote a safe working environment. 
Understands and adheres to all Silgan safety policies and procedures to prevent injury to self and co-workers
Verify daily that all resins and colorants designated for each production line is accurate with PIC sheet on each line and document on Production OEE form.
Complete daily Scrap report on computer detailing all resin, colorant usage, regrind and scrap generation.
Ensure regrind is being used on all lines maintaining proper levels at each machine. (No more than 1 excess Gaylord by any machine.)
Set up blenders, calibrate and change material formulas as necessary.
Evaluate Colorant usage and verify that colorant is not being overused – perform visual color checks on bottles.
Responsible to calculate usage and mix up color standards (LTD) per customer approved standards. Or target letdown ration designated on PIC sheet. 
Transport material and scan (regrind, colorants etc.) to and from the warehouse
Perform line clearances on completed production lines, cleaning entire material system.
Responsible to make sure all used gaylords being used on the production floor have been properly defaced of the original use signage stickers.
Keep areas around the grinders, blenders, day bins clean and free of regrind, dust etc.
Communicate with operators any changes of regrind percentages. Or accumulation of excess regrind
Check cyclone dust collection bags on each line and empty and clean as necessary should not exceed 20lbs of dust.
Clean vacuum pump filters daily.
Hook up and operate railcar unloading system following all proper procedures
Responsible to make sure that NO resin is spilled on ground or around railcar area. If this does occur immediate cleanup is necessary!
Identify and weigh all material chunks per production line and dispose of in proper location.
Any duties not listed that could be assigned by the supervisor or acting supervisor for the day.  For example, but not limited to breaks, cleaning, rework, unloading resin into gaylords etc.
Communicate to on-coming shift activity on production floor and any upcoming changes.

EDUCATION:
Required: High School diploma or GED equivalent

SKILLS:
Required: Lifting 50lbs, frequent climbing, frequent stooping, frequent bending, frequent lifting and frequent carrying 50lbs up ladders and onto platforms.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (if applicable): 
This position requires the cognitive and mental ability to multitask in a fast paced environment with attention to detail.
Mechanical Aptitude a plus.  
 

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER (Non-Canada) 

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.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER – Canada 
 
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 accommodate individuals with disabilities. Silgan endeavors to provide accommodations to individuals with disabilities to perform their essential job duties as long as the accommodation does not pose an undue hardship on the company’s operations and does not pose a direct threat of substantial harm to the employee or others. 
 
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.
 
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. Employment is always subject to the Silgan’s rights as employer, including the right to end employment in accordance with Provincial Law.
 
Silgan is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to any ground protected under Provincial human rights laws. 
 
Silgan is a drug-free workplace.