Mechanic

Silgan Containers; Fort Madison (IA); On-site; USD 57,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Silgan Containers in Fort Madison, IA is seeking an Industrial Mechanic to operate and maintain can lines, perform quality checks, and document measurements. The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and continuous improvement.

You will interpret blueprints, use measuring hand tools, and respond quickly to equipment issues on a 12-hour shift that includes days, nights, and weekends.

Qualifications

• Must read blueprints and mechanical drawings.
• Proficient with measuring hand tools to set up and maintain machinery.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain can lines while performing quality checks and measurements.
• Take ownership of product quality and line efficiency with supervisory support only for unusual issues.
• Diagnose mechanical and quality-related problems and return equipment to service with minimal downtime.
• Move pallets, tooling, barrels, boxes, and cartons to support production.
• Record product and equipment inspections to ensure quality standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Follow safety regulations and report hazards promptly.
• Collaborate with team on improvements in safety, quality, productivity and cost savings.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Problem solving

Multitasking

Independent work

Basic computer skills

Working at heights

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Journeyman Mechanic

2+ years industrial mechanic experience

Tools

Measuring hand tools

Job description

Starting Wage: $27.78 per hour

Shift: 12-hour 2,3,2 schedule, including days, nights, and weekends.

What You’ll Do

• Operate and maintain can lines while performing and documenting quality checks and measurements
• Take ownership of product quality and line efficiency, seeking supervisory support only for unusual quality or operating issues
• Diagnose mechanical and quality‑related problems, identify required repairs, and return equipment to service with minimal downtime
• Move pallets, tooling, barrels, boxes, and cartons as needed to support production
• Record product and equipment inspections to ensure compliance with quality standards
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area
• Follow all safety regulations and promptly report hazards or unsafe conditions
• Collaborate with supervisors and team members on improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and cost savings

What We Need From You

• Proven experience in a manufacturing or similar production environment
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and mechanical drawings
• Proficiency using measuring hand tools to set up and maintain can line machinery
• Strong critical thinking and logical problem‑solving ability
• Ability to multitask in a fast‑paced environment
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Comfortable working at heights, including ladders and elevated platforms

Experience & Education

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Journeyman Mechanic
• 2 plus years of industrial mechanic experience in a manufacturing environment

Physical Requirements

• Ability to kneel, stoop, crawl, squat, and stand for long periods—up to 12‑hour shifts while operating machinery
• Adequate upper‑body strength to repeatedly pull or push hand tools for equipment repair and adjustments
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
• Ability to remain in constant motion

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.

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.