Production Associate

Operator Position

Define skill level within the Operator position, and establish a process for objectively evaluating and assigning operator to skill level.

The skill and level system applies to all Operator levels.

Initial assignment will be determined upon hire based upon work experience and assessment of skills through the interview process. Pay within assigned skill level will also be assessed within the performance review process. To be considered for assignment to a higher level, the Operator must show that they have completed the requirements needed for the next level.

Level 1 Assessment

• Conducted by Production Supervisor
• Signed off by Plant Manager, Production Manager, and then HR Manager

Level 2 Assessment

• Initial Assessment by a level 3 Operator
• Confirmation Assessment by Production Supervisor
• Signed off by Plant Manager, Production Manager, and then HR Manager

Level 3 Assessment

• Initial assessment by a level 3 Operator
• Verification Assessment by Production Supervisor
• Confirmation Assessment by a second Production Supervisor
• Signed off by Plant Manager, Production Manager, and then HR Manager

Level 1 Operator

• Able to keep up with full press assignment (1-3 presses)
• Able to keep downstream equipment running without bulk, during normal operating conditions
• Completes operator log on time and pulls appropriate quality shots
• Understands the box erecting, feeding, taping, and labeling process
• Understands use of palletizing system
• Keeps work area clean and occasionally cleans outside of their work station
• Willingly uses manual palletizing process when palletizing system is down

Level 2 Operator

• Meets or exceeds all level 1 requirements
• Able to keep downstream equipment running without bulk, during abnormal operating conditions
• Able to work on bulk as needed, at their press during normal operating conditions

Level 3 Operator

• Meets or exceeds all Level 1 and 2 requirements
• Cross trained in one or more positions (i.e. Utility, Quality, Value Added, etc), can and will cover when needed
• Is a designated trainer and mentor for new Operators, continues to help and watch out for them after their 2 week training is complete

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.