Production Inventory Technician-1

Duties:

• Proper startup/shutdown of equipment within the Production Department
• Inspects product for various molding defects and color uniformity per standard work instruction
• Utilize IBM and/or tablets for documentation of quality checks and monitoring of product weight using a scale
• Utilize tablet/computer for work instruction and basic documentation
• Hand truck operation for movement of raw materials and finished goods throughout the facility
• Identify and address safety related concerns
• Complies with GMP, Food Safety and HACCP programs
• Loads, adjusts and repairs boxes, bags and tape operation on machines
• Loads and adjusts carton label printers
• Maintain proper conveyance operation
• Operate printers, labeling machines and foam/foil inserters as necessary
• Troubleshoot basic molding machine issues and perform basic preventative maintenance
• Perform proper line clearance as necessary
• Follow documented escalation procedures
• Records production and scrap output utilizing appropriate forms/database
• Assist teammates of the PIT crew wherever needed
• Communicate with team and shift supervisor
• General housekeeping
• All other duties as assigned

Competencies:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Job Knowledge - Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; displays understanding of how job relates to others.

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves issues in a timely manner.

Communications - Keeps others adequately informed.

Cooperation - Offers assistance and support to co-workers.

Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; contributes to building a positive team spirit.

Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; supports organization's goals and values.

Dependability - Takes responsibility for own actions.

Initiative - Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; asks for and offers help when needed.

Quantity - Completes work in timely manner.

Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and/or Experience:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

Skills and Abilities:

Ability to read and comprehend production schedule. Basic mechanical aptitude. Capable of observing machine functions to understand how they work. Skilled with hand tools such as pliers, wrenches, Allen wrenches, screw drivers and other small hand tools. Able to troubleshoot and repair minor mechanical problems as well as identify mechanical wear or functional issues with equipment.

Physical Requirements:

• Repetitive bending from the upright position to approximately a 35 degree angle
• Standing for up to 12 hours per day
• Ability to push, pull, or drag empty pallets weighing approximately 60 lbs from the staging area to warehousing
• Pulling or pushing a hand jack carrying loads up to 500 lbs.
• Ability to transport, if necessary, a box of product weighing up to 27 lbs for a short distance
• Ability to install and remove a UV printer head weighing approximately 45 lbs.(Le
• Ability to stoop and bend at the knees to pick up items weighing 15 to 50 lbs.

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.

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