Operator
- Location
- St. Joseph, Missouri
- Work mode
- On-site
- Employment type
- Full-time
About the job
This job description outlines the principal functions of the job identified and shall not be considered a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the job.
Physical Requirements:
· Must be able to work 12-hour shifts, constant walking, bending, and reaching. Occasional lifting (50 # maximum without help), climbing ladders, and working with equipment shoulder level and above.
Job Requirements:
1. Operates all coil handling equipment, Lubricators, Cuppers, Ironers, Trimmers and Schneider. Perform minor maintenance and maintain filters, lube and coolant levels as needed.
2. Set up coils on Upender, Coil Car and Uncoiler as needed.
3. Competent in basic SPC, Gainseeker, Protraq and interpretation of SPC charts.
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7. Clear jams in cuppers, ironers, trimmers, elevators, trackwork, and scrap handling equipment, to maintain production flow and reduce downtime.
8. Keep equipment and work area free of trim scrap, oil, water, and all debris. Review work areas “Cleaning List” and perform tasks listed. Initial “Cleaning List” once each task is completed.
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10. Assist Mechanics in making repairs or performing maintenance work.
11. Report to Supervisor and Mechanic any incidence of recurring equipment malfunction, poor quality materials or production problems.
12. Feed cans back into the line from areas designated as recyclable.
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14. Monitor Schneider filter paper and make changes as required.
15. Perform secondary jobs as instructed by the Supervisor.
16. Attend all required safety, environmental, and general informational training sessions, and meetings.
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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.
From Portola's careers page (Workday), checked 29 Oct 2026.
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Posted 28 Oct 2026 · checked 29 Oct 2026 · Report this job