Production Mechanic

Silgan Containers Mfg Corp; Rochelle (IL); On-site; USD 80,590,000 - 86,789,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Short-term disability

401(k) with match

Graduated vacation

11 paid holidays

Advancement opportunities

Safety-focused culture

Job summary

Silgan Containers Mfg Corp is seeking a Production Mechanic to keep our coating and production equipment running safely and efficiently. You will troubleshoot, adjust, and perform changeovers while supporting a high‑volume manufacturing operation.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and mechanical aptitude; manufacturing experience is preferred. Night shifts are 12 hours, with a 4 on/4 off schedule and a comprehensive benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Manufacturing experience preferred, mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, maintain, adjust, and changeover production and coating equipment.
• Perform equipment wash‑up and routine maintenance tasks.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and quality issues and implement corrective actions.
• Repair and adjust equipment to return it to service quickly and safely.
• Monitor equipment performance to maximize efficiency and product quality.
• Maintain accurate production, maintenance, and changeover records.
• Keep work areas clean, safe, and organized.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Safety minded

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Production Mechanic – $2,000 Hiring Bonus Build Your Career. Work With Your Hands. Keep Production Moving. Looking for a stable career where your mechanical skills make a difference every day? Join Silgan Containers, America’s largest metal food packaging producer, and become an important part of the team that keeps our production equipment running safely and efficiently. We’re looking for a Production Mechanic who enjoys troubleshooting, working with equipment, making adjustments, solving problems, and keeping a fast-paced manufacturing operation running at its best. You don't need to know everything on day one. We value mechanical aptitude, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn. You'll have the opportunity to build your skills while learning our equipment and processes.

What We Offer You

$2,000 Hiring Bonus

Starting pay: $28.96/hour

$0.80/hour night shift differential

12-hour night shift: 6:00 PM – 6:00 AM 4 days on / 4 days off schedule

Overtime opportunities

Comprehensive benefits, including:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• Short-term disability
• 401(k) with up to a 3% company match
• Graduated vacation
• 11 paid holidays
• Opportunities for advancement and career growth
• A safety-focused culture committed to protecting our employees through our “Drive to Zero Injuries” initiative
• The opportunity to develop valuable mechanical and manufacturing skills in an essential industry

What You'll Do

As a Production Mechanic, you'll help keep our production operation running safely, efficiently, and reliably. You'll work hands-on with coating and production equipment while troubleshooting issues and making adjustments to maintain quality and productivity. Your responsibilities will include:

• Set up, operate, maintain, adjust, and perform changeovers on production and coating equipment
• Perform equipment wash-up and routine maintenance activities
• Troubleshoot mechanical and quality issues and determine the appropriate corrective action
• Make repairs and adjustments to return equipment to service as quickly and safely as possible
• Monitor equipment performance to help maximize production efficiency and product quality
• Operate and monitor oven and coating equipment
• Identify potential equipment problems before they become larger production issues
• Maintain accurate production, maintenance, and changeover records
• Keep equipment and work areas clean, safe, and organized
• Immediately report accidents, equipment damage, unusual events, or emergency situations to supervision
• Follow all safety, quality, and production procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned by management

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Previous manufacturing experience preferred, but mechanically inclined candidates with the right attitude are encouraged to apply
• Mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn
• Ability to read, write, understand, and follow instructions
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Dependable, safety-minded, and willing to work as part of a team
• Can-do, will-do attitude
• Ability to work a 12-hour night shift on a 4-on/4-off schedule

Grow With Us At Silgan, we believe in developing our people and promoting from within. A Production Mechanic role can be an opportunity to build a long-term career while gaining valuable experience with industrial equipment, troubleshooting, production processes, and maintenance. If you're the person who likes to figure out how things work, fix what's broken, and keep things running, we'd like to meet you.

Bring your mechanical skills. Build your career. Keep production moving. Join Silgan.

Why Silgan?

Silgan Containers is America’s largest metal food packaging producer, providing essential packaging for the food supply chain. We're also committed to building a more sustainable future. Silgan is working to reduce our carbon footprint, increase renewable energy use, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and divert waste from landfills. Our metal packaging products are recyclable, helping support a more sustainable food supply chain.

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. This page is specific to Silgan Containers, Silgan Closures, Silgan Plastics, Silgan Plastics Food Containers and Silgan Specialty packaging.

Job Aid on How to Apply

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.