Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

Mechanic Jobs in Rochelle, IL | Manufacturing Maintenance Careers at Silgan Containers

Industrial Mechanic - Rochelle, Illinois

Starting Pay: $30.70 per Hour plus Shift Differential and Overtime
$2,000 Hiring Bonus
Silgan Containers | America's Largest Metal Food Packaging Producer

Looking for a high-paying manufacturing maintenance career with outstanding benefits, overtime opportunities, career advancement, and long-term stability? Join Silgan Containers in Rochelle, Illinois as an Industrial Mechanic and become part of a manufacturing team focused on safety, sustainability, and innovation.

Silgan Containers offers competitive pay, industry-leading benefits, paid time off, and strong career growth opportunities in a stable manufacturing environment.

Why Join Silgan Containers?

Competitive Pay

• Starting pay at $30.70 per hour
• Additional shift differential pay
• Overtime opportunities available
• $2,000 hiring bonus
• 401(k) with employer match
• Annual wage growth opportunities

Schedule

• 12-hour night shift
• 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM
• Rotating schedule:
  • 4 days on
  • 4 days off

This schedule provides built-in extended time off throughout the year.

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Medical & Insurance Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Prescription coverage
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Pet insurance options

Additional Employee Benefits

• Paid vacation days
• 10 paid holidays annually
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities
• Wellness programs and online workouts
• Company-provided prescription safety glasses
• Boot allowance
• Customized hearing protection

Employee-Focused Culture

• Catered meals and employee appreciation events
• Attendance and team performance bonuses
• Community volunteer opportunities and food drives
• Strong safety-first environment with our "Drive to Zero" initiative

Industrial Mechanic Responsibilities

As a Mechanic at Silgan Containers, you will maintain and support high-speed manufacturing equipment used in metal food packaging production.

Daily Responsibilities Include:

• Service, operate, maintain, and overhaul manufacturing equipment including:
  • Sheet feeders
  • Presses
  • Compound liners
  • Elevators
  • Conveyors
  • Compound systems
• Troubleshoot and repair industrial manufacturing equipment
• Maintain production of quality products according to company standards
• Perform preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs
• Conduct scheduled inspections and quality checks
• Enter production and inspection data into Windows-based computer systems
• Identify and respond to non-standard operating conditions
• Maintain production efficiency and minimize downtime
• Support continuous improvement and manufacturing safety initiatives

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Ability to pass:
  • Battery X Mechanic Test
  • Precision Measuring Test
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Positive "can do, will do" attitude
• Ability to perform and document quality checks and measurements

Preferred Experience

Experience in the following areas is highly desirable:

• Industrial maintenance
• Manufacturing maintenance
• Mechanical troubleshooting
• Production equipment repair
• Preventive maintenance
• Conveyor systems
• Hydraulic and pneumatic systems
• High-speed manufacturing equipment

You'll succeed in this Industrial Mechanic role if you:

• Enjoy hands-on mechanical and maintenance work
• Thrive in fast-paced manufacturing environments
• Take pride in troubleshooting and equipment reliability
• Value safety, teamwork, and quality
• Want long-term career growth with a stable manufacturing company
• Have strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills

About Silgan Containers

Silgan Containers is America's largest metal food packaging producer and a recognized leader in sustainable manufacturing and packaging innovation.

Our Rochelle, IL manufacturing facility supports sustainability initiatives including:

• Increased recycled material usage
• Energy efficiency improvements
• Renewable energy initiatives
• Modern manufacturing process upgrades
• Decarbonization efforts in partnership with the Department of Energy

At Silgan, we are committed to:

• Employee safety
• Operational excellence
• Manufacturing innovation
• Career advancement
• Environmental responsibility

Join Silgan Containers in Rochelle, Illinois and build your future with an industry leader in manufacturing, sustainability, and innovation.

Silgan Containers is a drug free workplace.

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.