Mechanic

Silgan Containers; Fort Dodge (IA); On-site; USD 45,362,990 - 47,802,720; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus

401(k) with company match

Medical, Dental, and Vision

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation and holidays

On-site fitness center

Job summary

Silgan Containers is looking for an experienced Industrial Mechanic in Fort Dodge, Iowa. This role involves troubleshooting and maintaining high-speed manufacturing equipment essential for metal packaging production. The position starts at $32.46/hour and includes a $3000 hiring bonus and excellent benefits such as medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) plan.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, plus 2+ years of industrial maintenance experience. Join a team that values safety, teamwork, and innovation.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in industrial maintenance or as a mechanic.
• Experience with troubleshooting and repairing industrial manufacturing equipment.
• Ability to read measuring instruments and work with close tolerances.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain high-speed manufacturing equipment.
• Diagnose mechanical failures and minimize equipment downtime.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety and efficiency.

Skills

Troubleshooting mechanical equipment

Preventive maintenance practices

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational/technical education

Tools

Precision measuring instruments

Job description

Mechanic – Manufacturing Maintenance Technician

$3000 HIRING BONUS

Pay Starting at $32.46/Hour | Excellent Benefits | Overtime Available | Paid Training

Build your career with Silgan Containers, America’s largest metal food packaging manufacturer.

We’re looking for an experienced Industrial Mechanic to join our maintenance team and keep our high‑speed manufacturing equipment running safely and efficiently. If you enjoy troubleshooting mechanical equipment, performing preventive maintenance, and working in a fast‑paced industrial environment, we’d like to hear from you.

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting pay of $32.46 per hour
• Overtime opportunities available
• Shift differential for permanent night shift positions
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&DD, Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) with an automatic 3% company match
• Two weeks of paid vacation during your first year
• 10 paid holidays annually
• Tuition reimbursement and ongoing training
• Telemedicine, wellness programs, employee assistance program, employee discounts, pet insurance, and more
• Safety glasses allowance
• Steel‑toed boots not required
• Access to an on‑site fitness center
• Catered employee appreciation meals
• Community volunteer opportunities and plant‑wide events
• Strong safety culture backed by our Drive to Zero Injuries initiative

What You’ll Do

As a Maintenance Mechanic, you’ll maintain and repair high‑speed manufacturing equipment used in metal packaging production.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, maintain, and modify mechanical equipment and production machinery
• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on manufacturing equipment
• Diagnose mechanical failures and minimize equipment downtime
• Inspect, repair, and replace bearings, chains, gears, belts, conveyors, pumps, and other mechanical components
• Use precision measuring instruments including micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, and gauges with tolerances up to .0010
• Perform equipment inspections and document maintenance activities
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and efficiency
• Work closely with production and maintenance teams to maximize equipment reliability

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or vocational/technical education
• 2+ years of Industrial Mechanic, Maintenance Mechanic, Mechanical Technician, or Industrial Maintenance experience desired
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing industrial manufacturing equipment
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance practices
• Ability to read measuring instruments and work with close tolerances
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving skills
• Commitment to safety and quality

Manufacturing, food production, packaging, automotive, steel, paper, plastics, chemical processing, or similar industrial maintenance experience is highly preferred.

Emphasis on Safety and Sustainability

Silgan Containers is the largest manufacturer of metal food packaging in North America. We employ stable careers, offer advancement opportunities, and value teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement. We are committed to protecting the environment through renewable energy, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, minimizing waste, and producing infinitely recyclable metal packaging.

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‑will” basis.

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.