Machine Jobs in Edmonton, AB

Summary

The Machine Operator is responsible for efficient operation and production of machines and equipment. This position will ensure machines and equipment are operating at optimum performance levels ensuring exceptional quality of the product.

Responsibilities

• Effectively troubleshoot and diagnose equipment.

• Perform minor preventive maintenance to the machines.

• Conduct minor repairs and replacement of parts on machines as required.

• Adjust molding machines and perform calibration checks ensuring accuracy and making sure machines run at optimum performance levels.

• Ensuring machine is functioning safely in accordance with GMP and housekeeping standards.

• Verify the quality of the product through inspections and testing.

• Monitor the rejected product and perform a waste count.

• Report operational deficiencies to management.

• Ensure the completion and accuracy of all required reports relating to production and machine performance.

• Train, monitor and supervise your assigned team, ensuring employees are performing their job duties.

• Be a point of contact and communicate effectively regarding employee issues when required.

• Communicate with drivers and customers on night shift.

• Ensure the plant adheres to safety and environmental rules.

• Maintain daily housekeeping ensuring working area is kept safe and clear of excess debris.

• Always adhere to company safety policies

• Ensure all policies and procedures are followed.

• Perform any additional assigned duties as needed to support the plant

Requirements

• 1+ years of experience working as an extrusion blow molding machine operator

• Aptitude for problem solving and mechanics

• Proficiency with hand tools

• Able to perform repetitive tasks for extended periods

• Must be able to stand for long periods of time

• An ability to remain focused and efficient while working within tight deadlines

• An ability to resolve issues in high pressure situations

• Excellent communication and organization skills and an ability to resolve conflicts and problems

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER (Non-Canada)

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.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER – Canada

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 accommodate individuals with disabilities. Silgan endeavors to provide accommodations to individuals with disabilities to perform their essential job duties as long as the accommodation does not pose an undue hardship on the company’s operations and does not pose a direct threat of substantial harm to the employee or others.

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.

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. Employment is always subject to the Silgan’s rights as employer, including the right to end employment in accordance with Provincial Law.

Silgan is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to any ground protected under Provincial human rights laws.

Silgan is a drug-free workplace.