For more than 50 years, Silgan Plastics has defined the plastic bottling industry from technical innovation to creative packaging solutions. No matter what your packaging needs, Silgan can and will handle them. From creation to commercialization, our customized approach to each customer's requirements is what sets us apart from the rest.

SUMMARY DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a Manual Machinist to join our team. In this position, you will help repair and manufacture certain machine components using a variety of equipment, such as a lathe, milling machine, drill press, a micrometer, and grinding machines. Our ideal candidate has completed a training program through an industry apprenticeship or earned a machinist certificate from a vocational school and has at least one year of manufacturing experience. Prior roles as a lathe operator or in another manual machining position is a plus.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Read blueprints to determine what equipment and materials are necessary for the job Repair and manufacture certain machine components using a variety of equipment, such as a lathe, milling machine, drill press, micrometer, and grinding machines Follow the blueprints to create the appropriate tools and components Operate machines to grind, cut, and polish the materials Finish projects using manual tools Inspect and maintain equipment to ensure they remain in good working order

AUTHORITY LEVEL

(if applicable): None

EDUCATION

Required:

High School Diploma Preferred:

apprenticeship or machine certificate from a vocational school

EXPERIENCE

Preferred:

1 year prior manufacturing experience

SKILLS:

Preferred:

Machinist vocational certificate or completed industry apprenticeship Manual dexterity Lathe machining experience Milling machine experience Surface grinder experience Blueprinting reading skills Prior roles as a lathe operator or in another manual machining position is a plus Proficient with measuring tools Salary $28.14-32.41 8 hour day shift Monday through Friday Up to $1,500.00-Stay Bonus Up to $1,000.00-candidate referral bonus

LIMITATIONS & 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. Silgan will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities unless doing so would cause undue hardship. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the associate occupying this position. Associates 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 Plastics 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 Plastics is a drug-free workplace.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$28.14 - $32.41 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location:

In person