Production Mechanic

We are seeking experienced Production Mechanics to join our manufacturing team. This role is ideal for skilled trades professionals who take pride in troubleshooting, maintaining, and optimizing high-speed production equipment in a fast-paced environment.

Position Overview

As a Production Mechanic, you will be responsible for maintaining the reliability and performance of our production presses and associated equipment. You'll work alongside a team of seasoned professionals to diagnose issues, perform repairs, and implement improvements that support production efficiency and quality goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, repair, maintain, and operate production presses and auxiliary equipment

• Perform preventive and predictive maintenance to minimize downtime

• Diagnose mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues with minimal supervision

• Partner with operations teams to quickly resolve equipment issues and improve performance

• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement in equipment reliability and uptime

• Ensure all work is completed safely and in accordance with company standards

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required

• Proven experience as a mechanic or maintenance technician in a manufacturing or industrial environment

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with production equipment

• Hands-on experience with mechanical systems, hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical fundamentals

• Ability to work independently and make sound technical decisions

• Comfort working in a fast-paced production environment

• Willingness to work flexible shifts, including overtime as needed

What We Offer

• Starting wage of $24.83/hour with no top-out pay ceiling, shift differentials for 2nd and 3rd shifts, and wage increases tied directly to demonstrated proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing production presses

• Opportunity for continued skill development and career growth

• Supportive team environment that values collaboration and communication

• Full family health coverage for under $35 per week

• Life and disability insurance

• 401(k) with employer contributions AND a pension plan

• Paid time off and holidays

• Tuition reimbursement and annual incentive pay opportunities

• Optional perks

Why This Role

This is an opportunity for experienced mechanics to deepen their technical expertise while working on complex, high-speed production equipment critical to our operations. You'll play a direct role in keeping essential manufacturing processes running-contributing to the efficiency and reliability of a supply chain that helps deliver food products across the country. If you take pride in solving challenging mechanical problems, improving equipment performance, and being part of a team that supports something bigger than the plant floor, this role offers both purpose and professional growth.

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.