Silgan Containers

Coater Operator

Hammond, Indiana Full time

What We Offer You:

  • $31.26 per hour

  • Work on b2nd Shift, with a 3% shift differential

Essential Job Functions:

  • Set up and adjust equipment to meet specifications

  • Mix tote tanks of coatings, add solvents, maintain viscosity, and wash up as needed

  • Conduct quality checks and reacts appropriately to the results

  • Operate in-plant mobile equipment, such as lift trucks, to move material to and from storage areas

Job Requirements:

  •   Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills

  • Proficient with hand tools

  • Good understanding of general workplace hazards and knowledge of proper safety practices in a high-speed manufacturing environment

Experience/Education:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent

  •  Strongly prefer at least two years of prior manufacturing experience

  •   Proven experience as a Coater Operator or similar role in a manufacturing environment

  •   Strong knowledge of lacquer types, application methods, and finishing techniques

  •  Familiar with the use of hand and power tools used on the job

Physical Requirement

  •  Ability to stand, bend, and lift for extended periods of time

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER
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 Containers 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 Containers is a drug-free workplace.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

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.