Maintenance Technician -Experience Mechanical and Electical

Silgan Plastics; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Silgan Plastics in Houston, Texas seeks a skilled candidate for a critical role focused on mechanical and industrial electrical work. The position emphasizes safety, requiring proficiency in troubleshooting complex machinery and adherence to stringent Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

Applicants must be adept with measuring tools and schematics, demonstrating readiness to execute tasks independently while ensuring compliance with safety standards. The company promotes a drug-free workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Required skills in troubleshooting equipment both electrically and mechanically.
• Ability to read and understand technical schematics.
• Strong dedication to safety and adherence to policies.

Responsibilities

• Perform work safely according to GMP and housekeeping standards.
• Troubleshoot equipment independently.
• Communicate effectively with upper management.

Skills

Proficiency with measuring tools

Ability to read electrical/hydraulic schematics

Basic computer skills

Troubleshooting mechanical and electrical equipment

Adherence to safety protocols

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Performing work safely and in accordance with GMP and housekeeping standards.
• Mechanical.
• Working with Hydraulic.
• Industrial Electrical.
• Understand and adhere to all safety requirements.
• Trouble shoot equipment.
• Perform PMs without supervision.
• Communicate to upper management as needed.
• Be proficient with all measuring tools.
• Be proficient with all hand tools.
• Be able to read and understand electrical schematics, hydraulic schematics, hard copy PLC programs.
• Possess the skills to electrically and mechanically trouble shoot equipment.
• Possess the skills to understand and follow directions from his or her supervisor.
• Possess basic computer skills.
• Executing, promoting, and working safely throughout the facility following all Safety Policies.
• Wearing all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Being aware of all Emergency Exits and knowing procedures for Emergency Evacuation as well as location.
• Knowing the location of SDS Safety Data Sheets and how to utilize properly.
• Knowing not to operate any equipment or perform any work without the proper training and authorization to do complete the task safely. Always following proper LOTO lock out/tag out procedures.
• Never remove or bypass machine guards and NEVER while the machine is in operation.
• Being cautious and aware of lift trucks and moving equipment.
• Reporting all injuries or accidents to the Department Lead or Manager or immediately.
• Understand and follow plants housekeeping guidelines.
• Identifying and implementing lean and continuous improvement actions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Silgan endeavors to provide accommodations to individuals with disabilities to perform their essential job duties as long as the accommodation does not pose an undue hardship on the company’s operations and does not pose a direct threat of substantial harm to the employee or others.

Silgan is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to any ground protected under Provincial human rights laws.