Lithography & Coatings Process Engineer — Lead Improvements

MSCCN; Hazleton (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid life insurance

401(k) with match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Silgan Closures in Hazleton, PA, seeks a Manufacturing Process Engineer to lead lithography and coatings operations. You will drive process improvements, optimize equipment, and support related coating and curing systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering and proven experience in metal packaging/coating environments, with up to 50% travel to support Evansville and Richmond plants.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead project leadership, process improvements, and equipment optimization initiatives to support plant operations.
• Drive 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

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Engineering drawings

AutoCAD

Lean

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Silgan Closures in Hazleton, PA, seeks a Manufacturing Process Engineer to lead lithography and coatings operations. You will drive process improvements, optimize equipment, and support related coating and curing systems while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering and proven experience in metal packaging/coating environments, with up to 50% travel to support Evansville and Richmond plants.