Printing & Coating Engineer — Lead Process & Equipment

Silgan Closures GmbH; Hazleton (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays and vacation

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Silgan Closures in Hazleton, PA seeks a Printing and Coating Engineer to lead metal coil coating, printing, and associated processes. The role emphasizes project leadership, process improvements, and equipment optimization to boost quality, safety, and efficiency.

You will work with plant teams and OEMs, train staff, troubleshoot complex equipment, and ensure compliance with safety standards while supporting travel to other sites as needed.

Qualifications

• 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
• Ability to travel up to 50% to assist plants in IN and Hazleton, PA

Responsibilities

• 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

Skills

Project leadership

Process improvements

Troubleshooting

Equipment optimization

Lean Manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Silgan Closures in Hazleton, PA seeks a Printing and Coating Engineer to lead metal coil coating, printing, and associated processes. The role emphasizes project leadership, process improvements, and equipment optimization to boost quality, safety, and efficiency.

You will work with plant teams and OEMs, train staff, troubleshoot complex equipment, and ensure compliance with safety standards while supporting travel to other sites as needed.