Production Operator – Coating

Silgan Containers; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Annual pay raises

Benefits package

Pension plan

401k with employer contributions

Tuition reimbursement

Incentive pay

Employee appreciation events

Job summary

Silgan Closures Evansville, IN is seeking a Coater Operator to set up, operate, and maintain coating equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This full-time role supports production for top food and beverage brands with competitive pay and strong growth opportunities.

You will read job orders, monitor coating parameters, inspect materials, and ensure safe, efficient operation on the coater line. Prior manufacturing experience is preferred, with a focus on quality and safety.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Prior manufacturing, production, or machine operation experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify quality issues.
• Ability to discern colors and follow precise specifications.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and adjust coating machinery in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Read and follow job orders, production schedules, and safety procedures.
• Mix and maintain coating material according to specifications.
• Monitor coating weight, viscosity, and oven temperature to ensure product quality.
• Inspect metal sheets during setup and production runs for accuracy and defects.
• Ensure proper metal orientation and maintain continuous operation of the coater line.
• Safely lift and handle coating materials and production supplies as needed.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Machine operation

Attention to detail

Color discernment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Production Operator – Coating / Manufacturing

Silgan Closures – Evansville, IN

Starting pay $25.31 per hour plus shift differential

Silgan Closures, a global leader in sustainable packaging and manufacturing , is hiring a Coater Operator at our Evansville, IN facility. In this full-time manufacturing machine operator role , you will set up, operate, and maintain coating equipment to support production for some of the world’s top food and beverage brands. If you have manufacturing, production, or machine operator experience , this is your opportunity to build a career with a stable Fortune 500 company that offers excellent pay, strong benefits, and long-term growth.

What We Offer You

• Competitive starting pay: $25.31 per hour with an additional $1 an hour for 2nd and 3rd shift work
• Weekly pay with overtime after 40 hours
• Guaranteed pay increases annually
• Affordable, comprehensive benefits with no increased contribution for dependents
• Company-sponsored pension plan plus a 401k with employer contributions
• Tuition reimbursement and annual incentive pay opportunities
• Monthly employee appreciation events such as food trucks, giveaways, etc.

What You’ll Do

• Set up, operate, and adjust coating machinery in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Read and follow job orders, production schedules, and safety procedures
• Mix and maintain coating material according to specifications
• Monitor coating weight, viscosity, and oven temperature to ensure product quality
• Inspect metal sheets during setup and production runs for accuracy and defects
• Ensure proper metal orientation and maintain continuous operation of the coater line
• Safely lift and handle coating materials and production supplies as needed

What You’ll Need to Have

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Previous experience in manufacturing, production, or machine operation preferred
• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify quality issues
• Ability to discern colors and follow precise specifications
• Capable of lifting up to 45 lbs. in 5-gallon liquid buckets up to 4 hours per shift
• A strong work ethic and commitment to safety and teamwork

Who We Are

• A Fortune 500 global packaging company with 109 manufacturing facilities worldwide
• Supplier of sustainable metal and plastic packaging solutions for food, beverage, healthcare, personal care, and household products
• A company known for reliability and environmental responsibility
• Career opportunities with a leader in manufacturing and industrial operations

Location: Evansville, IN

Job Type: Full-time | Manufacturing | Machine Operator

_ 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.