Mechanic

Silgan Containers; Upper Macungie Township (PA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401k with match

Bonuses

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Silgan Containers in Breinigsville, PA is hiring Mechanics to preserve high-speed can line performance. Starting wage of $36.42 per hour plus a $1.75 night-shift differential is offered, with medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, and other benefits.

Two weeks of paid vacation and 10 holidays accompany a quarterly bonus and tuition reimbursement, reflecting the company commitment to safety and career growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• One year or more experience in manufacturing, mechanical diagnostics and repairs, or similar experience.
• Familiarity with precision measuring tools is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and optimize mechanical systems: Troubleshoot, repair, and improve mechanical components on high speed canline equipment to ensure consistent performance and minimize downtime.
• Operate manufacturing machinery: Run and maintain can line equipment, making necessary adjustments to keep operations running smoothly.
• Ensure precision and accuracy: Use calipers, micrometers, and gauges to measure components within tight tolerances of .0010 to meet quality standards.
• Monitor production flow: Track product quality and line efficiency, identifying and resolving issues to prevent disruptions.
• Solve technical issues: Diagnose mechanical and quality-related problems and apply hands-on solutions to improve equipment reliability and performance.
• Contribute to continuous improvement: Offer ideas that enhance safety, productivity, quality, and cost efficiency across your work area.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Preventative Maintenance

Machinery repair

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Precision measuring tools

Job description

Mechanicin ourBreinigsvilleplant
Starting wage of $36.42per hour

$1.75 shift differential

Now hiring Mechanics at our Breinigsville, PA plant where stability meets opportunity.

Silgan Containers is one of the most reliable names in U.S. manufacturing, producing metal packaging for America’s most respected food brands. Ifyou’remechanically inclined and ready to build along termcareer, join a team where your skills keep essential products moving and your future stays on track.

What we offer you:

• Pay: $36.42 per hour, plus $1.75 shift differential for night shift

• Benefits: Comprehensive coverage including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug,accidental death, life insurance, andshortand longtermdisability.

• Additional Programs: Optional benefits include petinsurance, andhealth programs for diabetes, hypertension, and more.

• Health Savings Account: Available after30 daysof employment

• Retirement: 401k plan with a 3 percent employer match

• Time Off: Two weeks of paid vacation plus 10 paid holidays, whichyou’reencouraged to take

• Bonuses: Quarterly performance bonus opportunity

• Safety Gear: Customized ear plugs provided by the company, plus reimbursement for prescription safety glasses. Steeltoed bootsnotrequired

• Growth: We invest in you withonthejobtraining, classes, and tuition reimbursement

• Safety : Our Drive to Zero Injuries initiative reflects our focus on safety and employeewellbeing

• Recognition: Team achievements are celebrated with quarterly meals

• Community Engagement: Opportunities toparticipatein volunteer events such as Earth Day cleanups and food drives

• Sustainability: Our Breinigsville plant hasparticipatedin a Department of Energy audit to improve energy efficiency and reduce emissions

You’lllove it here if you like:

• TroubleshootingEquipment and Tooling

• Performing Preventative Maintenance

• Repairing Or Replacing Worn Parts

WhatYou’llDo:

• Maintain andoptimizemechanical systems: Troubleshoot, repair, and improve mechanical components on high speed canlinesequipment to ensure consistent performance and minimize downtime

• Operate manufacturing machinery: Run andmaintaincan line equipment, making necessary adjustments to keep operations running smoothly

• Ensure precision and accuracy: Use tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges to measure components within tight tolerances of .0010 to meet quality standards

• Monitor production flow: Track product quality and line efficiency,identifyingand resolving issues to prevent disruptions

• Solve technical issues: Diagnose mechanical and quality-related problems and apply hands‑on solutions to improve equipment reliability and performance

• Contribute to continuous improvement: Offerideas that enhance safety, productivity, quality, and cost efficiency across your work area

We need you to have:

• High school diplomaorGED

• One year or more experiencein manufacturing, mechanical diagnostics and repairs, or similar experience

• Familiarity with precision measuring tools

• Willingness tooperateandmaintainSilgan’s canlinesby performing and documenting quality checks

Who we are:

• America’s largest metal food packaging producer, dedicated to sustainability and innovation

• Silgan Containers is rethinking how to make the metalfood canthrough increased recycled content, modern process overhauls, renewable energy procurement, and other innovative practices

_ 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 any 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