Plant Controller

About the role

Silgan Closures is seeking a Manufacturing Controller / Plant Controller to lead accounting and financial operations for our Hazleton, PA facility. This high-impact role oversees cost accounting, manufacturing finance, inventory control, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, month-end close, and operational analysis while partnering directly with plant leadership to drive business performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead plant accounting and cost accounting activities
• Manage month-end close, financial reporting, and reconciliations
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and annual operating plans
• Maintain standard costs and Bills of Material (BOMs)
• Analyze labor, material, overhead, inventory, and manufacturing variances
• Manage physical inventory and inventory reconciliation processes
• Ensure compliance with GAAP, internal controls, and audit requirements
• Partner with operations leaders to improve plant performance and profitability
• Supervise accounting and administrative functions

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Finance
• 5+ years of manufacturing accounting, cost accounting, or plant finance experience
• Strong understanding of GAAP, inventory accounting, and financial reporting
• ERP system experience
• Advanced Excel skills
• Ability to influence decisions across finance and operations

Preferred backgrounds:

• Manufacturing Controller
• Plant Controller
• Cost Accounting Manager
• Senior Cost Accountant
• Assistant Controller
• Manufacturing Finance Manager
• Operations Controller
• Finance Manager
• Cost Accountant

Benefits

• Excellent salary based on experience, education, and market conditions
• A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, company paid life insurance, and more
• Tuition assistance, opportunities for advancement
• 401k retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid vacation, holidays, and ongoing training and development
• Additional benefits such as pet insurance, ID theft protection, and more
• A strong, stable manufacturing culture where achievements are recognized

Schedule

Full-Time, On-Site