Maintenance Technician

Maintenance TechnicianJoin a Leader in Industrial Plastics ManufacturingAt Silgan Dispensing Systems, we manufacture innovative dispensing solutions used worldwide in beauty, healthcare, food, beverage, and home care products. We are seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to help maintain and improve our advanced plastics manufacturing equipment.If you enjoy troubleshooting machinery, working with automation, and solving mechanical and electrical challenges, we want to hear from you!Build Your Future with Silgan Dispensing SystemsInnovative Products * Great People * Endless OpportunitiesWhat You'll Do

• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain manufacturing equipment and production machinery
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and pneumatic systems
• Replace and repair motors, conveyors, motor controls, clutches, and assembly equipment
• Locate and repair electrical faults using testing equipment and multimeters
• Rebuild air cylinders, escapements, and other machine components
• Replace conveyor belts, cut-off blades, and worn machine parts
• Perform preventive maintenance to reduce downtime and improve equipment reliability
• Set up and operate machine shop equipment such as lathes, drill presses, and grinders
• Test equipment following repairs to verify proper operation
• Support continuous improvement projects focused on quality, efficiency, and cost savings
• Follow all company safety procedures and work rules

We're Looking For

• Manufacturing Maintenance Experience
• Mechanical & Electrical Troubleshooting Skills
• Pneumatic & Hydraulic Knowledge
• Strong Problem-Solving Abilities
• Team-Oriented Mindset
• Commitment to Safety & Quality

Required Experience & Technical Skills

• 3-5+ years of industrial maintenance experience
• Experience in plastics manufacturing, injection molding, assembly equipment, or high-speed manufacturing environments
• Technical degree, vocational certification, or equivalent industrial maintenance training
• PLC, electrical, mechanical, mechatronics, or automation certifications preferred
• Experience leading maintenance projects, equipment upgrades, or troubleshooting efforts
• Strong understanding of manufacturing safety, quality standards, and production requirements

Electrical & Automation Skills

• Electrical troubleshooting in industrial manufacturing environments
• Motor controls, starters, relays, and contactors
• Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) programming and troubleshooting
• Industrial electrical panel diagnosis and repair
• Sensors, photo eyes, encoders, and proximity switches
• Servo motors and motion control systems
• Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and ladder logic
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) compliance and safety procedures
• Basic PLC troubleshooting and automated equipment diagnostics

Mechanical Skills

• Troubleshooting and repairing production equipment and automated machinery
• Conveyor systems, gearboxes, bearings, chains, and drive systems
• Pneumatic and hydraulic systems troubleshooting
• Preventive and predictive maintenance
• Mechanical assembly, disassembly, and equipment rebuilds
• Machine setup, alignment, and adjustment
• Root cause analysis and corrective actions

Additional Qualifications Experience maintaining automated production equipment Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, maintenance procedures, and technical manuals Strong communication and teamwork skills Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving abilities Ability to pass a maintenance skills assessment Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship Commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, climb, and reach throughout the shift
• Regularly lift up to 25 pounds
• Frequently lift up to 50 pounds
• Occasionally lift up to 100 pounds
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

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.