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Silgan

Rigid packaging and dispensing products

Backup Operator 2

Full-TimePosted on 9/9/2026
No salary listed
Entry
Ottawa, OH, USA
In Person
Manufacturing & Production OperationsMachine & Process Operation

About the job

Requirements
  • A high school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
  • Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds continuously throughout the shift.
  • Work involves continuous lifting, bending, reaching, and twisting.
  • Must be able to multitask in a fast-paced environment with attention to detail.
  • Must be willing to complete training on blow mold basics through a six-week Operator Training Course before starting duties.
  • Subject to formal evaluations at three weeks, six weeks, and additional periodic intervals by the trainer and supervisor.
  • Must perform duties in accordance with safety rules and procedures.
Responsibilities
  • Safely assist the Maintenance department through housekeeping on and around machines that are down for planned maintenance.
  • Complete all related paperwork.
  • Take readings, including all bottle measurements.
  • Run the blow molder and all downstream components.
  • Clean molds.
  • Assist with changeovers.
  • Evaluate conditions and take appropriate action to maintain a safe work environment within established standards and guidelines.
  • Inspect work areas for unsafe acts and conditions.
  • Use verbal and written communication effectively.
  • Maintain a clean and safe working environment.
  • Perform sweeping, cleaning, and sorting duties as necessary.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
  • Mechanical aptitude is a plus.

About the company

Silgan is a global manufacturer of sustainable rigid packaging. Its businesses produce metal food containers, closures, dispensing systems, and specialty packaging for consumer and healthcare products. Customers include food, beverage, personal-care, household, fragrance, pharmaceutical, and other packaged-goods companies. The company integrates product engineering, high-volume manufacturing, quality systems, materials management, and customer-specific packaging development. Teams work in engineering, manufacturing, maintenance, quality, supply chain, sales, research, finance, and corporate operations.

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