Molding Technician - Day Shift (2-2-3 Schedule) & Benefits

Silgan Containers

Champaign (IL)

On-site

USD 39,000 - 43,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Pay range $28.50 - $31.53 per hour

2-2-3 schedule with every otherWeekend

12-hour Day Shift 5:45 am – 6:00 pm

Weekly pay with overtime

No mandatory overtime

Medical, dental, vision, and wellness"

Company-paid life insurance

Short-term disability

Vacation accrues from day one

401k with employer match and company‑p

Tuition reimbursement and safety gear

Monthly employee appreciation events

Job summary

Silgan Closures in Champaign, IL is seeking a Molding Technician to maintain, repair, and optimize high‑speed molding machinery for food and beverage packaging components. This hands‑on role supports a stable Fortune 500 manufacturer dedicated to safety, continuous improvement, and employee development.

You will set up and troubleshoot equipment, perform preventive maintenance, monitor production systems, and ensure quality and GMP compliance while collaborating with operations and maintenance

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required.
2+ years of experience as a molding technician, mold mechanic, or related maintenance role.
Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Set up, process, and troubleshoot molding machinery and auxiliary equipment
Perform preventative maintenance per schedule to maximize uptime and product quality
Ensure parts meet all quality and safety requirements
Monitor and maintain chiller and production system performance
Communicate effectively with production, maintenance, and management teams
Maintain accurate documentation according to GMP, HACCP, and Food Safety standards
Promote a culture of safety, reliability, and teamwork

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Fast-paced environment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

You will set up and troubleshoot equipment, perform preventive maintenance, monitor production systems, and ensure quality and GMP compliance while collaborating with operations and maintenance

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