Maintenance Specialist - Evansville, IN

MSCCN; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 33,062,000 - 45,461,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company contributions anda

Pension plan

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Safety shoes & tools allowances

Job summary

Silgan Closures in Evansville, IN is seeking a Maintenance Specialist to install, maintain, repair, and remove production equipment, conveyors, ovens, and air compressors. You will also maintain the facility building and grounds, following safety protocols to drive zero injuries.

We offer competitive pay starting at $28.31 per hour plus shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shifts, plus comprehensive benefits, tuition reimbursement, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and maintain production equipment and conveyors.
• Service hydraulic systems and air/gas lines.
• Read blueprints and use hand tools to fabricate or repair parts.
• Repair and replace piping for water, steam, and oil systems.
• Ensure equipment safeguards are in place and operate safely.

Education

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent

Tools

Power wood saw

Drill press

Grinding wheel

Job description

Join Silgan Closures, America’s largest metal food packaging producer, as a Maintenance Specialist in Evansville, IN. We’re looking for skilled maintenance specialists to install, maintain, repair, and remove production equipment, conveyor systems, ovens, and air compressors, and to maintain the facility building and grounds.

What We Offer

• Pay: Starting at $28.31 per hour plus shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shifts
• Consistent Wage Increases
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, life insurance
• Specialty Programs: Teledoc services, health programs for diabetes, hypertension, virtual physical therapy, and more
• 401(k) with Company Contributions AND a pension plan
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Training & Tuition Reimbursement
• Allowances for Safety Shoes, Prescription Safety Glasses, and Tools
• Commitment to Safety: “Drive to Zero Injuries” initiative

What You’ll Do

• Work from blueprint, sketch, sample parts or verbal instructions.
• Set up and operate power wood saw, drill press, grinding wheel, etc. Using measuring instruments such as: scale, tape, etc.; use hand tools such as hammer, pliers, wrench, etc.
• Move, install and lubricate all types of machinery and equipment, repair belts, repair air and gas lines; replace damaged parts.
• Service, maintain and repair hydraulic systems
• Fabricate equipment and attachments, such as: chutes, air or magnetic, (and belt conveyors which do not require precision layout) using acetylene, Heliarc spot and/or ARC Welding as required.
• Install, repair or replace piping installations for oil, gas, water, steam and heating lines, sprinkler and plumbing systems; cut and thread pipe
• May perform carpentry work, painting, welding; repair floors, stacks, blowers, etc.; glaze.
• Construct simple sheet metal units, layout and perform variety of operations using power shear, bending, forming, assemble sheet metal units.
• Diagnose production failure of equipment and attachments and air compressors and report findings to Supervisor and make necessary repairs.
• Assist electrician in handling electric motors and any other electrical equipment that requires rigging or special equipment (i.e., fork truck, block and tackle, etc.)
• Ensure that all equipment safeguards are in place and operate.
• May instruct and/or assist other personnel as assigned by Supervisor.
• Use scissor lifts, manlifts, ladders, etc., and work in heights.
• Repair and maintain lift trucks in plant short of major repair and overhaul.
• Fire, operate, test and repair boiler and related equipment.
• Check fire extinguishers, sprinkle system and propane system.
• Handle hazardous waste according to proper procedures as outlined in the Hazardous Waste Management Bulletins including identification, collection, segregation, handling and storage of waste as needed
• Keep assigned work area neat and clean
• Perform other related duties as directed by Supervisor
• Relieve as required

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

What We Need

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required
• Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license
• Must be able to regularly lift up to 50 lbs. unassisted
• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and twist/bend for extended periods
• Must be able to climb ladders, be lifted in scissor lift, and work at heights