Packer- 8:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m. at Silgan Plastics in Penn Yan, NY

The Inspector/Packer is responsible for inspecting and packing bottles on assigned production line(s) in a team-oriented production environment where you'll stay active, contribute to product quality, and perform light physical duties in a safe and modern manufacturing setting. This position plays a critical role in ensuring product quality, maintaining a clean and safe work area, and supporting efficient production operations.

• Inspect bottles on assigned production line(s) to ensure quality standards are met.
• Pack finished bottles according to established procedures and production requirements.
• Maintain housekeeping on assigned line(s) and surrounding work areas, including mopping when necessary.
• Assemble cartons as assigned to support production needs.
• Promote and maintain a safe working environment by following all company safety policies and procedures.
• Understand and comply with all Silgan safety requirements to prevent injury to self and co-workers.
• Work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while maintaining quality and productivity standards.

· Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Supervisor

Education:

· Preferred: High School Diploma or GED

Experience:

· No prior experience required

Skills and Knowledge:

• Dependable with a strong commitment to attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to follow instructions and established procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Ability to work safely and effectively in a team environment.
• Willingness to perform repetitive tasks and support production operations as needed.

Work Environment: This position operates in a fast-paced light duty manufacturing environment and requires adherence to all safety, quality, and housekeeping standards.

Work Schedule: 2-2-3 Schedule, 8:00am-8:00pm

3-4-3 Schedule, 8:00pm-8:00am

Work 14-16 days per month!

Salary: $18.09 per hour, plus $1.00 per hour night shift differential

Up to $1,500.00-Stay Bonus

Up to $1,000.00-candidate referral bonus

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during the work shift.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions involving hands, arms, and upper body.
• Ability to lift, carry, and handle production materials and cartons as required.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to machinery, noise, and varying temperatures.

For more than 50 years, Silgan Plastics has defined the plastic bottling industry from technical innovation to creative packaging solutions. No matter what your packaging needs, Silgan can and will handle them. From creation to commercialization, our customized approach to each customer's requirements is what sets us apart from the rest.

United States:

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.

Silgan will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities unless doing so would cause undue hardship.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the associate occupying this position. Associates 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 Plastics 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 Plastics is a drug-free workplace.

Silgan Plastics considers applicants for all positions without regard to any protected status and provides accommodation to employees as required by law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.08 - $18.09 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person