Production Operator

• Coating Silgan Containers Manufacturing Corporation tuition reimbursement, 401(k) United States, Indiana, Evansville 2201 West Maryland Street (Show on map) Sep 22, 2026 Production Operator
• Coating / Manufacturing Silgan Closures
• Evansville, IN Starting pay $25.

31 per hour plus shift differential Silgan Closures, a global leader in sustainable packaging and manufacturing, is hiring a Coater Operator at our Evansville, IN facility. In this full-time manufacturing machine operator role, you will set up, operate, and maintain coating equipment to support production for some of the world's top food and beverage brands. If you have manufacturing, production, or machine operator experience, this is your opportunity to build a career with a stable Fortune 500 company that offers excellent pay, strong benefits, and long-term growth. What We Offer You Competitive starting pay: $25.31 per hour with an additional $1 an hour for 2nd and 3rd shift work

Weekly pay with overtime after 40 hours

Guaranteed pay increases annually

Affordable, comprehensive benefits with no increased contribution for dependents

Company-sponsored pension plan plus a 401k with employer contributions

Tuition reimbursement and annual incentive pay opportunities

Monthly employee appreciation events such as food trucks, giveaways, etc. What You'll Do Set up, operate, and adjust coating machinery in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Read and follow job orders, production schedules, and safety procedures

Mix and maintain coating material according to specifications

Monitor coating weight, viscosity, and oven temperature to ensure product quality

Inspect metal sheets during setup and production runs for accuracy and defects

Ensure proper metal orientation and maintain continuous operation of the coater line

Safely lift and handle coating materials and production supplies as needed What You'll Need to Have High School Diploma or G.E.D.

Previous experience in manufacturing, production, or machine operation preferred

Strong attention to detail and ability to identify quality issues

Ability to discern colors and follow precise specifications

Capable of lifting up to 45 lbs. in 5-gallon liquid buckets up to 4 hours per shift

A strong work ethic and commitment to safety and teamwork Who We Are A Fortune 500 global packaging company with 109 manufacturing facilities worldwide

Supplier of sustainable metal and plastic packaging solutions for food, beverage, healthcare, personal care, and household products

A company known for reliability and environmental responsibility

Career opportunities with a leader in manufacturing and industrial operations

Location:

Evansville, IN Job Type:

Full-time | Manufacturing | Machine Operator Apply today to start your career as a Coater Operator with Silgan Closures!

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.