Coating Litho Engineer

Silgan White Cap Corp; Hazleton (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

401k match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Voluntary benefits

Employee events

Career growth

Job summary

Silgan Closures in Hazleton, PA seeks a Coating Litho Engineer to lead process improvements and optimize equipment in metal coating and lithography operations. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and collaboration across plant teams.

The position requires a engineering degree and strong troubleshooting skills, with up to 50% travel to support other plants. A path for career growth within a Fortune 500 packaging leader is offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• Significant experience in can manufacturing, coil coating, lithography, or coating operations may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead process improvements to enhance quality, safety, and efficiency.
• Support coil coating, lithography, ovens, oxidizers, and heat recovery systems.
• Troubleshoot complex equipment and identify root causes.
• Lead equipment installations, audits, overhauls, and qualification activities.
• Collaborate with plant teams and OEM suppliers to develop new products and manufacturing solutions.
• Train operators, supervisors, and maintenance personnel on equipment setup, operation, and safety requirements.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards including LOTO, machine guarding, confined space, and safe work practices.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Travel ability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Coating Litho Engineer Hazleton, PA Stability. Innovation. Industry Leader - We are Silgan Silgan Closures, a Fortune 500 leader in sustainable packaging solutions, is seeking an experienced Coating Litho Engineer to support our manufacturing operations in Hazleton. PA. This role is ideal for a Manufacturing Engineer, Process Engineer, Coating Engineer, Packaging Engineer, or Industrial Engineer with experience in metal packaging, coil coating, lithography, and continuous improvement initiatives. As a Coating Litho Engineer, you will provide technical leadership and engineering support for metal coil cutting, sheet coating, lithography, oven curing, and related manufacturing processes.

What we offer you:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Competitive salary based on education, skills, experience, and market conditions
• Company-paid life insurance, AD&D, and disability coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Voluntary benefits including critical illness, legal plans, identity theft protection, pet insurance and more
• Monthly employee appreciation events, food trucks, outings, giveaways, and celebrations
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Collaborative work environment focused on innovation and continuous improvement

What you will do:

As a Coating Litho Engineer, you will support plant operations through project leadership, process improvements, and equipment optimization initiatives.

• Lead process improvements that enhance quality, safety, and production efficiency
• Support coil coating, lithography, curing ovens, oxidizers, and heat recovery systems
• Troubleshoot complex manufacturing equipment and identify root causes of operational issues
• Lead equipment installations, audits, overhauls, and qualification activities
• Collaborate with plant teams and OEM suppliers to develop new products and manufacturing solutions
• Train operators, supervisors, and maintenance personnel on equipment setup, operation, and safety requirements
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, including LOTO, machine guarding, confined space, and safe work practices
• Support other manufacturing locations in Evansville, IN, Richmond, IN as well as Hazleton, PA

What you'll need to have:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, manufacturing or industrial engineering or related field
• Significant experience in can manufacturing, coil coating, lithography, metal packaging, or coating operations may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to travel up to 50% to assist plants in Evansville, IN, Richmond, IN in addition to the Hazleton, PA plant
• Experience with manufacturing equipment and process optimization.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and utilize precision measuring tools.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, TPM, and Continuous Improvement methodologies.
• AutoCAD proficiency preferred.
• Working knowledge of coatings, solvents, oven systems, oxidizers, heat recovery systems, and LEL detectors.

Why Join Silgan?

Why Join Silgan? Silgan is a leading global supplier of sustainable metal and plastic packaging solutions serving the food, beverage, healthcare, home, garden, personal care, and beauty industries. We offer the stability of a Fortune 500 organization combined with opportunities to make a direct impact at the plant level.

About Silgan

More than 100 manufacturing facilities across North America, South America, Europe and Asia. Global leader in sustainable packaging solutions. Industry-recognized commitment to safety, quality, innovation, and environmental responsibility. Stable organization with a long history of growth and success.

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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