Production Operator - Mechanic Career Path

Silgan Containers Manufacturing Corporation; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

401(k) with company contributions

Paid holidays and PTO

Affordable Healthcare

Weekly pay and overtime opportunities

Job summary

Silgan Closures in Evansville, IN is hiring a Production Operator on a career path to becoming an Industrial Mechanic. Starting at $24.83/hour with shift differential, weekly pay, and opportunities for wage increases as you gain skills and seniority.

You will work on presses and other high-speed equipment, performing setup, troubleshooting, repairs, adjustments, and preventive maintenance to keep production moving smoothly.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability.

Responsibilities

• Perform equipment setup, troubleshooting, repairs, adjustments and preventive maintenance to support production.
• Operate high-speed manufacturing equipment and ensure optimal line efficiency.
• Diagnose issues and implement timely corrective actions to minimize downtime.

Skills

Strong mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting ability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Production Operator - Mechanic Career Path

Silgan Closures | Evansville, IN

Starting Pay: $24.83/Hour + Shift Differential + Guaranteed Wage Increases

Start Your Manufacturing Career Today. Build Your Future as a Mechanic.

Silgan Closures is hiring a Production Operator in Evansville, Indiana. This is more than a manufacturing job-it's a career development opportunity for mechanically inclined individuals interested in advancing into an Industrial Mechanic role.

Why Join Silgan?

Pay & Benefits

• Starting pay: $24.83/hour
• Shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shifts
• Guaranteed wage increases
• Weekly pay and overtime opportunities
• Pension plan
• 401(k) with company contributions
• Paid holidays and PTO
• Affordable Healthcare - Medical coverage for under $35/week

Mechanic Career Path

Employees advancing into Mechanic roles may work on presses, luggers, ovens, threaders, lining machines, and other high-speed manufacturing equipment. Mechanics perform equipment setup, troubleshooting, repairs, adjustments, and preventive maintenance to support efficient production.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability

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.