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Silgan Containers

Operator Assistant

LocationUnion, Missouri
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
Company size1,001–5,000 people
PostedFeb 12, 2026 · 8mo ago
Verified live3h ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Must have8
Packages WIP and finished product on production lines according to work instructions and/or customer specifications
Reworks nonconforming product
Ability to work 12 hour shifts standing on concrete
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis
Go up steps periodically throughout the day
Work in the heat
Successful completion of all training modules for Operator Assistant position
Conducts duties according to plant safety policies and procedures
Nice to have1
High School diploma or equivalent
Eligibility3
Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform essential functions
We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or the presence of a disability
Silgan is a drug-free workplace
POSITION TITLE:
Operator Assistant
SUMMARY DESCRIPTION:
Packages Work in Process (WIP) and finished product on production lines according to work instructions and/or customer specifications. Reworks nonconforming product.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Packages WIP and finished product from RTF and/or Printing lines
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Runs the scoring machine
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Reports any non-conformances noted during packing to the operator
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Reworks nonconforming product in accordance with documented work instructions
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Works 12 hour shifts standing on concrete
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Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis
•
Go up steps periodically throughout the day
•
Work in the heat
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Performs other designated duties as assigned
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Conducts duties according to plant safety policies and procedures
AUTHORITY LEVEL (if applicable):
EDUCATION:
Preferred: High School diploma or equivalent
EXPERIENCE:
Required: Successful completion of all training modules for Operator Assistant position.
SKILLS:
Required: Additional training requirements are identified and arrangements for the training made when needed.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (if applicable):
The physical demands are representative of the physical requirements necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the Operator Assistant job. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions.
LIMITATIONS & 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.
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 Plastic Food 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 Plastics 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.
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