Machinist Technician: Precision Lathe & Mill

Silgan Plastics Corporation; Kentucky; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Silgan Plastics Corporation in Kentucky is seeking a machinist to operate manual lathe and milling machines, read blueprints, and mark materials for cutting. You will ensure safety, inspect outputs, and maintain a clean, accurate work environment.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a trade certificate, and 2 years of machinist experience preferred; vocational training is a plus. Lifting up to 50 pounds and working with precision tools are part of the job.

Qualifications

• Requires High School diploma or equivalent and trade certificate.
• Trade certificate and minimum of 2 years machinist experience preferred vocational training.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and maintain safe work environment and follow safety rules.
• Operate and maintain manual lathe and milling machines.
• Inspect work areas for unsafe acts or conditions and take action.
• Review samples, drawings or instructions to understand specifications.
• Take measurements and mark material for cutting or shaping.
• Plan the sequence of actions to complete jobs.
• Monitor output to ensure conformance to specifications and discard defects.
• Perform routine machine maintenance and repair minor/major damages.

Skills

Safety oriented

Mechanical aptitude

Multitasking

Manual dexterity

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Analytical ability

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Trade certificate

Vocational school / apprenticeship

Tools

Manual lathe

Milling machine

Calipers

Indicators

Job description

Silgan Plastics Corporation in Kentucky is seeking a machinist to operate manual lathe and milling machines, read blueprints, and mark materials for cutting. You will ensure safety, inspect outputs, and maintain a clean, accurate work environment.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a trade certificate, and 2 years of machinist experience preferred; vocational training is a plus. Lifting up to 50 pounds and working with precision tools are part of the job.