Printing and Coating Engineer

Silgan White Cap Corp; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance & AD&D

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays and vacation

Voluntary benefits and programs

Career growth opportunities

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Silgan Closures is seeking a Printing and Coating Engineer to support our Richmond, IN operations. This role focuses on leading projects in printing, coating, curing ovens, and related processes while driving improvements in quality, safety, and efficiency.

A strong engineering background with hands-on troubleshooting and collaboration with OEMs is essential. Travel up to 50% to assist plants in Evansville, IN and Hazleton, PA, in addition to Richmond.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field required.
• Significant experience in can manufacturing, coil coating, printing, metal packaging, or coating operations may substitute for degree.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to travel up to 50% to Evansville, IN, Hazleton, PA, and Richmond.
• Experience with manufacturing equipment, process optimization, and continuous improvement.
• Ability to read engineering drawings and use precision measuring tools.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, TPM, and Continuous Improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead plant projects and process improvements in printing, coating, and oven systems.
• Improve quality, safety, and production efficiency through process optimization.
• Support coil coating, printing, curing ovens, oxidizers, and heat recovery systems.
• Troubleshoot complex manufacturing equipment and identify root causes.
• Lead equipment installations, audits, overhauls, and qualification activities.
• Collaborate with plant teams and OEMs to develop new products and solutions.
• Train operators and maintenance staff on equipment setup, operation, and safety requirements.

Skills

Coating processes

Troubleshooting

Lean manufacturing

Process improvement

Qualification & testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Printing and Coating Engineer Richmond, IN Stability. Innovation. Industry Leader - We are Silgan Silgan Closures, a Fortune 500 leader in sustainable packaging solutions, is seeking an experienced Printing and Coating Engineer to support our manufacturing operations in Richmond, IN. This role is ideal for a Manufacturing Engineer, Process Engineer, Coating Engineer, Packaging Engineer, or Industrial Engineer with experience in metal packaging, coil coating, printing, and continuous improvement initiatives. As a Printing and Coating Engineer, you will provide technical leadership and engineering support for metal coil cutting, sheet coating, printing, oven curing, and related manufacturing processes.

What we offer you:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Competitive salary based on education, experience, skill set, and market conditions
• Company-paid life insurance, AD&D, and disability coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Voluntary benefits including critical illness, legal plans, identity theft protection, pet insurance and more
• Monthly employee appreciation events, food trucks, outings, giveaways, and celebrations
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Collaborative work environment focused on innovation and continuous improvement

What you will do:

• As a Printing and Coating Engineer, you will support plant operations through project leadership, process improvements, and equipment optimization initiatives
• Lead process improvements that enhance quality, safety, and production efficiency
• Support coil coating, printing, curing ovens, oxidizers, and heat recovery systems
• Troubleshoot complex manufacturing equipment and identify root causes of operational issues
• Lead equipment installations, audits, overhauls, and qualification activities
• Collaborate with plant teams and OEM suppliers to develop new products and manufacturing solutions
• Train operators, supervisors, and maintenance personnel on equipment setup, operation, and safety requirements
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, including LOTO, machine guarding, confined space, and safe work practices

What you’ll need to have:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, manufacturing or industrial engineering or related field
• Significant experience in can manufacturing, coil coating, printing, metal packaging, or coating operations may be considered in lieu of a degree
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to travel up to 50% to assist plants in Evansville, IN and Hazleton, PA, in addition to the Richmond plant
• Experience with manufacturing equipment, process optimization, and continuous improvement
• Ability to read engineering drawings and utilize precision measuring tools
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, TPM, and Continuous Improvement methodologies
• AutoCAD proficiency preferred
• Working knowledge of coatings, solvents, oven systems, oxidizers, heat recovery systems, and LEL detectors

Why Join Silgan?

Silgan is a leading global supplier of sustainable metal and plastic packaging solutions serving the food, beverage, healthcare, home, garden, personal care, and beauty industries. We offer the stability of a Fortune 500 organization combined with opportunities to make a direct impact at the plant level.

About Silgan

More than 100 manufacturing facilities across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. Global leader in sustainable packaging solutions. Industry-recognized commitment to safety, quality, innovation, and environmental responsibility. Stable organization with a long history of growth and success. We are a leading worldwide manufacturer of dispensing and specialty closures for food, beverage, health care, garden, home, personal care, fragrance and beauty products. We are also a leading manufacturer of metal containers in North America and Europe, and we are the largest manufacturer of metal food containers in North America with a unit volume market share in the United States in 2021 of slightly more than half of the market. Additionally, we are a leading manufacturer of custom designed plastic containers in North America for a variety of markets, including the personal care, food, health care and household and industrial chemical markets.

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. EEO/M/W/Vet/Disability

E E O/M/W/Vet/Disability

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. EEO/M/W/Vet/Disability This page is specific to Silgan Containers, Silgan Closures, Silgan Plastics, Silgan Plastics Food Containers and Silgan Specialty packaging.