The production associate is an entry level position and is responsible for ensuring proper inspection and packing of product. This position works in the Production Department, reporting to the Production Supervisor.
Job Responsibilities:
Monitor automated packing process, providing manual intervention when needed.
Inspect full boxes of finished product for quality.
Assemble boxes for filling with finished product.
Keep downstream packing equipment running and supplied with boxes to be filled.
Seal, label, load boxes onto elevator.
Maintain organized and clean workstations and common area.
Other duties as assigned.
Education/ Previous Experience:
High School Diploma or GED
No experience necessary.
Ability to read shipping labels.
Ability to identify defects in finished product.
Good color acuity
Experience in manufacturing environment preferred.
Ability to learn, grow and adapt to changing business needs.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to lift, carry, push and pull up to 25 pounds frequently, 27 pounds occasionally and ability to be actively moving for the majority of any shift.
Use of Personal protective equipment on the production floor (PPE)
Physical requirements include but not limited to standing, climbing, walking, lifting, carrying, pulling, pushing, stooping, crouching, color determination and grasping.
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.
Skills Required
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to read shipping labels
- Ability to identify defects in finished product
- Good color acuity
- Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 25 pounds frequently and 27 pounds occasionally
- Ability to remain actively moving for most of the shift
- Ability to use personal protective equipment on the production floor
- Ability to stand, climb, walk, stoop, crouch, and grasp
- Experience in a manufacturing environment
- Ability to learn, grow, and adapt to changing business needs
Silgan Dispensing Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Silgan Dispensing and has not been reviewed or approved by Silgan Dispensing.
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Healthcare Strength — Health insurance and core medical coverage are frequently highlighted as solid, with some noting improvements after the transition to Silgan. Feedback suggests plan availability is consistent across roles, with certain locations citing additional medical and pharmacy support.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) plan with company match is commonly referenced, indicating structured retirement support. Feedback suggests the match can be competitive in some sites, contributing to perceived benefit value.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid holidays and PTO are part of the standard package and are cited across postings and Q&A. While specifics vary by site, employees commonly acknowledge reliable access to time off.
Silgan Dispensing Insights
What We Do
Silgan Dispensing creates dispensing solutions for some of the world’s most iconic brands—from triggers and pumps to sprayers and closures. But more than that, we create better experiences. Creating better experiences means uncovering consumer preferences and developing meticulously engineered solutions around them that make dispensing cleaner, more comfortable and more efficient. It means understanding our customer’s business challenges and tailoring our products to meet their needs in the store, at the factory and on the bottom line. It means getting their products to market swiftly and securely—no matter where in the world that market exists. And finally, it means being a good steward through strong sustainability practices and active community involvement. When you partner with Silgan Dispensing, you partner with a team of approximately 10,000 associates across the globe—each one committed to delivering better experiences that move your brand and your business forward.
