Industrial Mechanic

About the role

Join Silgan Containers, America’s largest metal food packaging producer, as a Machinist in Edison, NJ.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain can lines, perform and document quality checks and measurements, requiring supervisory assistance only in unusual quality or operating problems.
• Take full responsibility for the quality of the product and line efficiency.
• Properly diagnose mechanical and quality problems, determine the necessary repairs, and restore malfunctioning equipment back to service with minimum delay.
• Handle pallets, tooling, barrels, boxes and cartons as required.
• Record product and equipment inspection to ensure quality production.
• Maintain work area and equipment in a clean and orderly fashion.
• Adhere to all safety regulations and report any hazards that may compromise a safe workplace.
• Work closely with supervisors and fellow employees on improvement teams to uncover and implement safety, quality, productivity, and cost control advancements.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Journeyman Mechanic certification.
• At least 2 years of experience as an Industrial Mechanic in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Journeyman Mechanic certification.
• At least 2 years of experience as an Industrial Mechanic in a manufacturing environment.

Skills

• Proficiency in operating and maintaining precision tooling and CNC equipment.
• Ability to diagnose and repair mechanical and quality issues.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage.
• Life insurance.
• Pet insurance.
• Health programs for diabetes and hypertension.
• 401(k) with company contributions.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Training and tuition reimbursement.
• Company-paid uniforms and prescription safety glasses.
• Safety shoe allowance.

Pay

Competitive starting pay at $32.17 per hour plus shift differential for 3rd shift.

Schedule

3rd shift schedule.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage.
• Life insurance.
• Pet insurance.
• Health programs for diabetes and hypertension.
• 401(k) with company contributions.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Training and tuition reimbursement.
• Company-paid uniforms and prescription safety glasses.
• Safety shoe allowance.

Commitment to Safety

“Drive to Zero Injuries” initiative.

Sustainability Leadership

Edison is Silgan’s first facility with on-site solar power.

Application Instructions

Apply today and join a team that values safety, growth, and innovation.