Quality Engineer

silgancontainers; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Growth Opportunities

Promotion-from-within culture

Job summary

Silgan Closures in Evansville, IN seeks a Quality Engineer to join our Evansville team. You will tackle manufacturing challenges, leverage data to drive decisions, and partner with operations to boost product quality and process performance.

The role emphasizes statistical analysis, process optimization, automation, and continuous improvement within a safety-focused environment. You will collaborate with Engineering, Maintenance, and R&D to deliver results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field related to quality engineering or manufacturing.
• Experience in quality engineering, manufacturing engineering, process engineering, or similar roles.
• Knowledge of SPC, Process Capability, and DOE for data-driven decisions.
• Experience with quality systems, SQF, ISO, or similar programs.
• Leadership experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Apply statistical tools to improve manufacturing processes and product quality.
• Evaluate and optimize processes and products using data-driven decisions.
• Perform dimensional inspections and testing with metrology equipment and quality tools.
• Analyze inspection results and prepare reports, recommendations, and documentation.
• Develop and maintain inspection methods, gauging systems, and procedures.
• Support calibration and maintenance of QA equipment.
• Guide quality inspectors in testing and problem solving.
• Lead corrective actions and continuous improvement projects; collaborate with multiple teams.

Skills

SPC

DOE

Process Capability

Root Cause Analysis

Data Analysis

Metrology

Education

Bachelor's degree in Quality Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Packaging Engineering, Plastics Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field

Job description

Quality Engineer

Evansville, IN | Silgan Closures

We're seeking a Quality Engineer to join our Evansville, IN team. This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys solving complex manufacturing challenges, leveraging data to drive decisions, and partnering with operations teams to improve product quality and process performance. If you're passionate about statistical analysis, process optimization, automation, and continuous improvement, we'd like to hear from you.

What We Offer You:

• Excellent compensation based on experience, skills, education, and market conditions
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, and more
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Promotion-from-within culture with career growth opportunities
• Long-term employment with a stable Fortune 500 packaging manufacturer
• Collaborative team environment focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement

What You'll Do:

• Apply statistical tools such as SPC, Process Capability Analysis, Design of Experiments, and Root Cause Analysis to improve manufacturing processes
• Evaluate and optimize manufacturing processes and products through data-driven decision making
• Perform dimensional inspections and testing using appropriate metrology equipment and quality tools
• Analyze inspection results and prepare technical reports, recommendations, and documentation
• Develop, implement, and maintain inspection methods, gauging systems, and measurement procedures
• Support calibration and maintenance of laboratory and quality assurance equipment
• Guide quality inspectors in daily testing, inspection, and problem-solving activities
• Assist with the maintenance and compliance of SQF and Quality Management Systems
• Lead and support corrective action, continuous improvement, and quality-focused projects
• Partner with Engineering, Maintenance, Operations, R&D, and Technical Services to solve quality concerns
• Automate quality inspection and measurement processes to improve efficiency and reduce manual intervention
• Manage Product Hold for Inspection inventory and OEM-related quality processes as needed

We need you to have:

• Bachelor's degree in Quality Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Packaging Engineering, Plastics Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field preferred
• Experience in quality engineering, manufacturing engineering, process engineering, or a related role
• Knowledge of statistical analysis tools including SPC, Process Capability, and DOE
• Experience with quality systems, GFSI programs, SQF, ISO, or similar quality management systems preferred
• Leadership experience preferred

Why Silgan Closures?

• At Silgan Closures, we're more than a manufacturing company. We're a trusted partner to leading consumer brands and a leader in packaging solutions. Our employees help deliver innovative, high-quality products while driving sustainability, safety, and operational excellence.
• Stable, Fortune 500 company with operations worldwide
• Essential manufacturing business serving leading food and beverage brands
• Strong commitment to employee development and career growth
• Safety-first culture focused on continuous improvement

Join Silgan Closures and help shape the future of quality, innovation, and manufacturing excellence in Evansville, Indiana.

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 rea