Production Operator - Coating

silgancontainers; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Pay increases

Benefits

401k

Pension

Tuition reimbursement

Employee events

Job summary

Silgan Closures in Evansville, IN is seeking a Production Operator for Coating / Manufacturing. Set up, operate, and maintain coating equipment to support production for leading food and beverage brands.

The role offers strong pay, weekly pay, and comprehensive benefits with growth opportunities within a Fortune 500 company.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 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 buckets up to 4 hours per shift.

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.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Attention to detail

Read production schedules

Quality inspection

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Coating machinery operation

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

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.