Electrician

About the role

Silgan Containers is looking for an experienced Industrial Electrician / PLC Programmer to join our Plover, Wisconsin manufacturing team. If you're an electrician who enjoys troubleshooting, working with advanced controls, mentoring others, and taking ownership of electrical systems, this is an opportunity to put your expertise to work.

Responsibilities

• Lead troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of complex industrial electrical systems
• Mentor and train entry-level and journeyman electricians
• Troubleshoot, maintain, and support Allen-Bradley PLC systems
• Oversee and support PLC programming and controls-related work
• Develop and implement preventative electrical maintenance strategies
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime
• Ensure electrical installations, repairs, and modifications meet safety and compliance requirements
• Partner with operations and maintenance teams to resolve equipment issues
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure proper electrical safety practices

Requirements

• 5+ years of industrial electrical experience
• Advanced knowledge of industrial electrical systems
• Strong PLC troubleshooting/programming experience
• Experience with Allen-Bradley PLCs
• Ability to mentor, train, and provide technical leadership to other electricians
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and electrical compliance
• Ability to work a 12-hour rotating schedule, including days and nights

Benefits

• Quarterly plant performance bonus
• Quarterly attendance bonus
• Medical, prescription, dental and vision insurance
• Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• 2 weeks of vacation
• 12 paid holidays
• 401(k) with 50% company match up to 6%
• HSA available after 30 days
• Company-provided tools
• Boot allowance
• Prescription safety glasses
• Career advancement opportunities
• Ongoing training and professional development

Pay

$35.82 - $40.61 per hour

Schedule

• 12-hour rotating shifts
• 7 days on / 7 days off
• Rotate between days and nights each month
• Complete yearly schedule provided on first day