Manufacturing Engineer

Silgan Containers; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

AD&D coverage

Disability coverage

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Vacation pay

Employee events

Career growth

Safe work environment

Continuous improvement culture

Job summary

Silgan Closures in Evansville, IN is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support day-to-day operations on the manufacturing floor. You will work with production, maintenance, quality, and plant leadership to troubleshoot issues and drive improvements that boost safety, quality, and productivity.

You will analyze data, implement process enhancements, and lead preventive maintenance initiatives to reduce downtime.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field is required.
• 3–5 years of manufacturing engineering experience preferred.
• Experience with production operations, process improvement, or equipment troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Partner with production and maintenance teams to troubleshoot manufacturing and equipment issues.
• Identify and implement process improvements that increase efficiency, reduce waste, and improve product quality.
• Analyze production data to identify trends, recurring issues, and opportunities for improvement.
• Support equipment reliability initiatives and preventative maintenance programs to reduce downtime.
• Improve manufacturing processes, tooling, and production methods to increase operational performance.
• Assist with safety improvements and ensure systems comply with company and OSHA standards.
• Participate in root cause investigations and implement corrective actions for production issues.
• Support installation, startup, and optimization of equipment and process improvements.
• Collaborate with maintenance, quality, engineering, and operations teams to resolve technical challenges.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and engineering records.
• Assist with cost reduction, scrap reduction, and productivity improvement initiatives.
• Provide technical support and training for manufacturing processes, equipment, and new technologies.
• Monitor plant systems and manufacturing performance to ensure efficient operation.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional teamwork

Continuous improvement

Troubleshooting

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

**Manufacturing Engineer****Evansville, IN** Silgan Closures, a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions and a Fortune 500 manufacturing company, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join our team in Evansville, Indiana.In this role, you will work closely with production, maintenance, quality, and plant leadership to support the day-to-day performance of our manufacturing operations. You'll help troubleshoot production challenges, improve equipment reliability, optimize processes, reduce downtime, and drive continuous improvement initiatives that improve safety, quality, and productivity throughout the plant.If you enjoy being on the manufacturing floor, solving problems, supporting production teams, and making a direct impact on plant performance, we'd love to hear from you.**What We Offer You:*** Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance* Competitive salary based on education, skills, experience, and market conditions* Company-paid life insurance, AD&D, and disability coverage* 401(k) with company match* Tuition reimbursement program* Paid holidays and vacation* Voluntary benefits including critical illness, legal plans, identity theft protection, pet insurance, and more* Monthly employee appreciation events, food trucks, outings, giveaways, and celebrations* Career growth and advancement opportunities* Collaborative work environment focused on safety, innovation, and continuous improvement**What You'll Do:**As a Manufacturing Engineer, you'll serve as a key technical resource for the Evansville manufacturing facility, supporting daily operations and driving improvements that enhance safety, quality, productivity, and equipment performance.* Partner with production and maintenance teams to troubleshoot manufacturing and equipment issues* Identify and implement process improvements that increase efficiency, reduce waste, and improve product quality* Analyze production data to identify trends, recurring issues, and opportunities for improvement* Support equipment reliability initiatives and preventative maintenance programs to reduce downtime* Improve manufacturing processes, tooling, and production methods to increase operational performance* Assist with safety improvements and ensure manufacturing systems comply with company and OSHA standards* Participate in root cause investigations and implement corrective actions for production issues* Support the installation, startup, and optimization of equipment and process improvements* Collaborate with maintenance, quality, engineering, and operations teams to resolve technical challenges* Develop and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and engineering records* Assist with cost reduction, scrap reduction, and productivity improvement initiatives* Provide technical support and training for manufacturing processes, equipment, and new technologies* Monitor plant systems and manufacturing performance to ensure efficient operation**What You'll Need to Have:*** Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field* Minimum of 3-5 years of engineering experience within a manufacturing environment* Experience supporting production operations, process improvement, equipment troubleshooting, or manufacturing engineering activities* Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and continuous improvement principles* Experience working with cross-functional teams in a production environment* Experience with AutoCAD or similar design software preferred* Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills **Why Join Silgan?**At Silgan, you'll have the opportunity to make an immediate impact at the plant level while working for a stable, industry-leading organization. This position offers hands-on involvement with manufacturing operations and the ability to see the direct results of your improvements every day.**Apply Today!**Take the next step in your engineering career with a company that values innovation, operational excellence, and employee development.**Apply now to join Silgan Closures as a Manufacturing Engineer in Evansville, Indiana and help drive manufacturing performance, continuous improvement, equipment reliability, and operational excellence at our facility.**