Sr. Eyelet Toolmaker

Silgan Dispensing Systems Covit America Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Silgan Dispensing is seeking a Sr. Eyelet Toolmaker to maintain control of eyelet stamping processes and support production scheduling. The role involves hands-on tooling development, setup, and repair to ensure quality and efficiency on high-speed equipment.

The ideal candidate has a Journeyman license, 5+ years with Baird/Waterbury Farrel machines, and strong reading of blueprints, with excellent mechanical aptitude and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Journeyman license required.
• 5+ years hands-on experience with US Baird and Waterbury Farrel machines.
• Able to read blueprints.
• Experience with metal forming on high-speed transfer presses.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, layout, construct, alter and repair complex eyelet tooling (dies, punches, jigs, gauges).
• Insert tooling and troubleshoot eyelet tools and presses.
• Follow blueprints and specs to resolve dimensional and process issues.
• Operate and maintain tool-room equipment safely.
• Support production with hands-on tool changes and start-ups.

Skills

Read blueprints

Mechanical aptitude

Verbal and written communication

Education

Journeyman license

High school diploma or GED

Job description

About Silgan Dispensing

Silgan Dispensing Systems is a growing global company with operations in over 10 countries where we develop dispensing solutions for iconic brands in the beauty, fragrance, personal care, home, and healthcare markets. The dispensers we manufacture can be found on some of your favourite products. When you spray your kitchen counter, wash your hair, or put on your favourite perfume there’s a good chance you’re using a sprayer, pump or closure we make! We help brands enhance peoples’ lives through our innovative solutions that make dispensing easier, more comfortable, and more sustainable. At Silgan Dispensing, you can expect an open, safe, and welcoming workplace with team members who are committed to our values. We are customer‑oriented, innovative, driven to excel, respectful, inclusive, and sustainably focused. We are guided by our belief that we do our best work when we work as One Team.

Role Overview

The Sr. Eyelet Toolmaker is required to maintain the control of processes in Eyelet Stamping. The role also provides support to the execution of the production schedule including anything from component changes, setups, and start‑ups. The role is required to assist / support in all areas of Eyelet stamping, regardless of the task, to facilitate hands‑on teamwork.

Primary Responsibilities

• Plan, layout, construct, alter and repair a wide variety of complex tools such as transfer/progressive dies, punches, jigs, fixtures, pins, gauges, and including complete press and automated assembly tooling.
• Insert tooling and troubleshooting of various eyelet tools and presses.
• Follows specifications, engineering blueprints, tool orders, and shop data in order to confer with engineering to resolve design problems as they relate to dimensional tolerances, service requirements, manufacturing procedures, and cost.
• Requires knowledge of equipment such as Lathes, milling machines, all types of grinding machines, power saws, honing machines, jig boring, hydraulic, and manual arbor and other types of presses and all other tool‑room equipment.
• Use a variety of precision measuring instruments.
• Troubleshoot and repair a variety of issues: complicated tools, gears, pulleys, sensors, etc.
• Must be able to run all manual tool‑room equipment to make and groom tooling for eyelet transfer presses.
• Lay out work and perform most difficult and exacting bench and machine operations to construct, fit and assemble highly complicated eyelet tools, dies and gauges.
• Plans and performs a sequence of tool‑room machine operations where recognized methods are available on work involving close tolerances and fits requiring judgment to make general decisions on quality, tolerances, etc.
• Setup and troubleshoot complex production tooling and component quality issues at the press.
• Repairs and replaces production tooling when needed.
• Skilled bench work, fitting, assembling, adjusting, and repairing of production equipment and tooling.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education / Experience

• Journeyman License.
• Preferred 5 or more years of direct hands‑on with US Baird specifically (325, 219, 437, 337) and Waterbury Farrel machines (10 and 12 frame).
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Able to read blueprints.
• Ability to handle all aspects of metal forming from print to production.
• Experience with deep‑drawn metal products in high‑speed transfer presses and/or cosmetic parts is a plus.
• Ability to prioritize work is essential.
• Good verbal & written communication skills.
• Good time management and organizational skills.
• Min of High School Diploma or GED Required.

Physical Demands

Ability to lift and/or move 50 lbs. Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) on the production floor. Physical requirements include but not limited to sitting, standing, climbing, walking, lifting, carrying, pulling, pushing, stooping, crouching, color determination and grasping.

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.

Silgan Dispensing creates dispensing solutions for some of the worlds most iconic brands—from triggers and pumps to sprayers and closures. When you join our team, you become part of a global community where your unique perspectives help shape our future. You will have the opportunity to be hands‑on, get directly involved in meaningful work, and make a tangible impact from day one.