We are proud to be an essential part of the world’s food supply chain and are looking for team members who will take this job as seriously as we do!Now hiring for a Maintenance Technician at our New Castle, PA facility – apply now!

What we offer you:

• Our plant runs 24/7
• Rate of pay begins $20.00/hour, more if you have direct plastics experience in Maintenance role, then negotiable
• Current opening is 7pm-7am, 12-hour shift
• Rotating days – 2 days on / 2 days off / 3 days on / 3 days off
• Vacation from date of hire
• A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, health saving account, flexible spending account, company-paid life insurance, 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off, employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement training, and more!
• Great safety culture

What you’ll do:

• Perform setups, changeovers, adjustments, maintenance, repair and operations of various types of equipment to include assembly, subassembly, and/or printing and labeling machines
• Proficiently operate molding machines, conveyance equipment, and auxiliary equipment to diagnose malfunctions
• Troubleshoot and locate the source of the problem by observing the operation of the equipment
• Troubleshoot and diagnosis pneumatic, hydraulic, or mechanical malfunctions on a variety of equipment

You’ll love it here if you:

• Like to work in a high-speed and controlled manufacturing environment (CME)
• Like to work with injection and compression molding operations and automation equipment in the manufacturing of components
• Appreciate a work environment where safety is the priority!

What you’ll need to have:

• Highschool diploma or equivalent
• Work history indicating strong mechanical background
• Must be accurate and trustworthy with a positive attitude that embraces change and continuous improvement in a fast paced and dynamic environment
• Thorough understanding of mechanical maintenance required
• Two to four (2-4) years in an industrial manufacturing environment preferred

Who we are:

• Global Fortune 500 packaging company with 109 manufacturing facilities in North and South America, Europe, and Asia
• A leading supplier of sustainable metal and plastic packaging solutions for consumer goods products for food, beverage, health care, garden, home, personal care, and beauty products
• A stable, reliable, and environmentally conscious company

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.

You should be proficient in:

• Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
• Troubleshooting Industrial Automation Equipment
• Troubleshooting CNC Machines
• Experience in a Manufacturing Environment

Salary info:

$20 - $20 / hr