Equipment Assembler

Silgan Equip Co; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid twice monthly

Starting range $25 to $35 per hour

Non-Union Shop Position is 1st shift,

Tuition assistance

Opportunities for advancement

Comprehensive benefits: medical,Dental

Vision, company-paid life insurance, 4

401k plan with company match

Paid time off

Training and more

Voluntary coverages: Pet insurance, ID

Job summary

Silgan Closures in Waukegan, IL is seeking a Senior Equipment Assembler to build and assemble machine parts from blueprints, ensure subassembly readiness, and work with an engineering team to verify specs. This position is a first shift, non-union shop with opportunities for advancement.

Ideal candidates have mechanical experience, can read blueprints, use precision measuring tools, and perform welding (MIG/TIG/ARC). Strong communication in English and safety focus are required.

Qualifications

• Previous mechanical experience such as production mechanic, auto mechanic-, machine shop experience or hands-on machine shop classes.
• Must have ability to use precision measuring tools such as micrometer, vernier, calipers, etc.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Must be able to read and write in English.
• Must have good communications skills.
• Must pass company administered mechanical test.
• Experience with all types of hand tools, drill press, lathe, mill, floor standing saw and powered lift truck.
• Ability to perform all types of welding: MIG, TIG, ARC, Spot, Braise; specializing in stainless steel.

Responsibilities

• Assembles machine parts at close tolerance from blueprint instructions.
• Ensures that all parts are available for subassembly by checking parts in boxes against bill of materials.
• Works with engineering department to determine that blueprints or spec sheets are correct.
• Gathers hardware including nuts, bolts and screws for assembly.
• Drills or saws parts when necessary.
• Assists in moving machinery using a chain hoist, electric lift truck or hand dolly truck.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Reading and writing English

Welding (MIG, TIG, ARC)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Drill press

Lathe

Milling machine

Floor standing saw

Powered lift truck

Nut and bolt handling

Job description

Senior Equipment Assembler – Silgan Closures, Waukegan, IL

Stability. Innovation. Industry Leader - We are Silgan. We are proud to be anessential part of the world’s food supply chainand are looking for team members who will take this job as seriously as we do!

Now hiring a Senior Equipment Assembler at our Silgan Closures Waukegan, IL facility.

What we offer you:

• Paid twice monthly
• Starting range $25 to $35 per hour
• Non-Union Shop Position is 1st shift, Monday - Friday.
• Tuition assistance
• Opportunities for advancement
• A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance, 401k plan with company match, paid time off, training, and more!
• Voluntary coverages: Pet insurance, ID theft protection etc.

What you'll do:

• Assembles machine parts at close tolerance from blueprint instructions.
• Ensures that all parts are available for subassembly by checking parts in boxes against bill of materials.
• Works with engineering department to determine that blueprints or spec sheets are correct.
• Gathers hardware including nuts, bolts and screws for assembly.
• Drills or saws parts when necessary.
• Assists in moving machinery using a chain hoist, electric lift truck or hand dolly truck.

You’ll love it here if you:

• Enjoy working with blueprints and assembling machines.
• Enjoy working in a collaborative environment.

What you'll need to have:

• Previous mechanical experience such as production mechanic, auto mechanic-, machine shop experience or hands-on machine shop classes.
• Must have ability to use precision measuring tools such as micrometer, vernier, calipers, etc.
• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Must be able to read and write in English.
• Must have good communications skills.
• Must pass company administered mechanical test.
• Experience with all types of hand tools, drill press, lathe, mill, floor standing saw and powered lift truck.
• Ability to perform all types of welding: MIG, TIG, ARC, Spot, Braise; specializing in stainless steel.

Who we are:

Global Fortune 500 packaging company with 109 manufacturing facilities in North and South America, Europe, and Asia

A supplier of sustainable metal and plastic packaging solutions for consumer goods products for food, beverage, health care, garden, home, personal care, and beauty products

A stable, reliable, and environmentally conscious company

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. EEO/M/W/Vet/Disability

This page is specific to Silgan Containers, Silgan Closures, Silgan Plastics, Silgan Plastics Food Containers and Silgan Specialty packaging.

We are a leading worldwide manufacturer of dispensing and specialty closures for food, beverage, health care, garden, home, personal care, fragrance and beauty products. We are also a leading manufacturer of metal containers in North America and Europe, and we are the largest manufacturer of metal food containers in North America with a unit volume market share in the United States in 2021 of slightly more than half of the market. Additionally, we are a leading manufacturer of custom designed plastic containers in North America for a variety of markets, including the personal care, food, health care and household and industrial chemical markets.