Plant Controller: Driving Manufacturing Financial Performance

Silgan Containers Corp; Hazleton (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits including medical and dental

401k with a 6% dollar-for-dollar employer match

15 vacation days and 10 paid holidays annually

Tuition assistance and professional development opportunities

Job summary

Silgan Containers Corp is seeking a Plant Controller for our Hazleton, PA facility. The role is focused on financial leadership within a manufacturing environment, ensuring accuracy and compliance in financial operations.

Key responsibilities include leading accounting functions, cost analysis, and collaborating with operational teams to enhance performance and profitability. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and have a minimum of 3 years in cost accounting.

Join a Fortune 500 leader in packaging manufacturing and take the next step in your career!

Qualifications

• 3 years of cost accounting experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of GAAP and manufacturing finance principles.
• Ability to build and analyze complex spreadsheets.

Responsibilities

• Lead all plant accounting functions including financial reporting and budgeting.
• Monitor manufacturing performance through operational collaboration.
• Oversee physical inventory processes and ensure compliance with SOX internal controls.

Skills

Cost accounting experience

Knowledge of GAAP

Advanced Excel skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

Tools

ERP systems (JD Edwards or similar)

Job description

Silgan Containers Corp is seeking a Plant Controller for our Hazleton, PA facility. The role is focused on financial leadership within a manufacturing environment, ensuring accuracy and compliance in financial operations.

Key responsibilities include leading accounting functions, cost analysis, and collaborating with operational teams to enhance performance and profitability. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance and have a minimum of 3 years in cost accounting.

Join a Fortune 500 leader in packaging manufacturing and take the next step in your career!