Manual Machinist

Silgan Containers; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Uniforms & prescription safety glasses

Safety shoe allowance

Job summary

Silgan Containers in Sacramento, CA is seeking a Tool and Die Maker – Manual Machinist to manufacture, repair, and refurbish dies, tooling, and components used in high-speed can production.

You will operate traditional machine tools, read blueprints, and inspect parts with precision instruments, ensuring tight tolerances. The role offers competitive pay, shift differential, and strong potential for career development within a leader in sustainable manufacturing.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Trade school/technical machining education preferred.
• 2+ years in tool and die making or manual machining.
• Experience reading blueprints and precision drawings.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture, repair, modify, refurbish dies, tooling, fixtures and components for high-speed can-making machinery.
• Operate manual machining equipment and measure parts to tight tolerances.
• Read blueprints and work instructions to set up machines and produce accurate tooling.
• Inspect parts with micrometers, calipers, and gauges.
• Troubleshoot and repair gearboxes, pumps, and production equipment.
• Perform welding, plasma cutting, and fabrication as needed.

Skills

Two+ years experience

Blueprint reading

Mechanical aptitude

Precision measurement

Independent worker

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade school/technical machining education preferred

Tools

Bridgeport mills

Manual lathes

Grinders

Job description

Tool and Die Maker – Manual Machinist

Sacramento, CA | Starting Pay: $38.17 per Hour + 3rd Shift Differential

Build Your Career as a Tool and Die Maker at Silgan Containers!

Are you a skilled Tool and Die Maker with experience in manual machining, precision tooling, and mechanical equipment repair? Do you enjoy building, repairing, and rebuilding dies, fixtures, and machine components?

Silgan Containers is hiring a Tool and Die Maker – Manual Machinist in Sacramento, California!

Join America’s largest metal food packaging producer and use your machining expertise to manufacture, maintain, repair, and refurbish the precision tooling that keeps our high-speed can manufacturing operations running.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Tool and Die Maker, Manual Machinist, or industrial machining professional looking for competitive pay, career development, and a long-term opportunity in manufacturing.

What We Offer You

At Silgan Containers, we invest in our employees and provide competitive pay, valuable benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

• Competitive Pay: Starting at $38.17 per hour , plus a shift differential for 3rd shift.
• Consistent Wage Increases: Opportunities for continued wage growth.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: Company contributions to help support your financial future.
• Paid Time Off: Vacation and paid holidays.
• Training and Tuition Reimbursement: Hands-on training, technical education, and tuition assistance.
• Company-Paid Uniforms and Prescription Safety Glasses.
• Safety Shoe Allowance: Support for required safety footwear.
• Safety-First Culture: Participate in our Drive to Zero Injuries initiative.
• Innovation and Sustainability: Join a company committed to modernizing manufacturing and improving environmental sustainability.

What You’ll Do – Tool and Die Maker

As a Tool and Die Maker – Manual Machinist , you will use conventional machining equipment, precision measurement tools, and mechanical repair skills to manufacture, modify, maintain, and rebuild tooling and components used in high-speed metal can manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

• Manufacture, repair, modify, refurbish, and rebuild dies, precision tooling, fixtures, and mechanical components for high-speed can-making machinery.
• Operate manual machining equipment , including Bridgeport mills, manual lathes, grinders, and other conventional machine tools.
• Perform precision machining and tool and die making using blueprints, mechanical drawings, and work instructions.
• Set up and operate manual machine tools to produce parts and tooling to exact specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints, mechanical drawings, and machining specifications.
• Use micrometers, calipers, gauges, and other precision measuring instruments to inspect components and maintain tight manufacturing tolerances.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and rebuild gearboxes, pumps, and other industrial production equipment.
• Perform welding, plasma cutting, and other fabrication tasks as needed for tooling and equipment repairs.
• Calculate raw material requirements and select appropriate materials for machining and tooling projects.
• Perform quality inspections to ensure tooling, dies, and machined components meet established specifications.
• Catalog, organize, and maintain production tooling to improve accessibility, inventory control, and operational efficiency.
• Support maintenance and production teams with tooling repairs, mechanical troubleshooting, and equipment improvements.
• Operate CNC equipment, where required, to support tooling and machining activities.
• Safely operate plant equipment, including forklifts, lifts, and booms, as needed.
• Follow all safety procedures, including lockout/tagout (LOTO), and maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking a detail-oriented, mechanically skilled Tool and Die Maker who takes pride in precision workmanship and enjoys building, repairing, and improving industrial tooling.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Trade school or technical machining education preferred.
• Two or more years of experience in tool and die making, manual machining, manufacturing, or a related industrial machining environment.
• Hands-on experience operating manual machine tools, such as Bridgeport mills, lathes, or grinders.
• Experience building, repairing, maintaining, or rebuilding dies, tooling, or precision mechanical components.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, mechanical drawings, and machining specifications.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and precision measurement skills.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize assignments, and meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality and workplace safety.

Preferred Experience

Experience in the following areas is highly valued:

• Tool and Die Maker or Toolmaker.
• Manual Machinist or Precision Machinist.
• Conventional milling, turning, and grinding.
• Bridgeport mill operation and manual lathe operation.
• Die making, die maintenance, tooling repair, and tooling rebuilds.
• Precision machining and dimensional inspection.
• Mechanical troubleshooting and industrial equipment repair.
• Welding, fabrication, and plasma cutting.
• Gearbox, pump, and production machinery repair.
• Metalworking, manufacturing, or high-speed production equipment.

About Silgan Containers

Silgan Containers is America’s largest metal food packaging producer and a leader in innovative, sustainable manufacturing. We manufacture essential metal food packaging while investing in advanced production processes, employee development, and operational excellence.

Our sustainability efforts include increasing recycled content, improving energy efficiency, pursuing renewable energy opportunities, and modernizing our manufacturing operations.

Join Silgan Containers as a Tool and Die Maker – Manual Machinist in Sacramento, CA, and build a rewarding career with a company that values your expertise.

_ 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‑w‑t‑l‑w” 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.