Set Up Mechanic

Ready to start your career as a Set Up Mechanic in Evansville, IN? Apply today and join a team that values safety, growth, and innovation. Set Up Mechanic - Evansville, Indiana Starting Pay: $24.83 per Hour and Shift Differential Silgan Closures | America's Largest Metal Food Packaging Producer Looking for a stable manufacturing career with excellent pay, strong benefits, overtime opportunities, and long-term growth? Join Silgan Containers in Evansville, Indiana as a Set Up Mechanic and become part of an industry-leading manufacturing team focused on safety, innovation, and operational excellence. Silgan Containers offers career stability, advancement opportunities, industry-leading benefits, and a strong team-oriented culture where employees are valued. Why Join Silgan Closures? Competitive Pay and Benefits Starting pay at $24.83 per hour Additional shift differential for 2nd and 3rd shifts Consistent wage increases Weekly pay Overtime opportunities available Company-sponsored pension plan 401(k) with company contributions Paid holidays and paid time off Tuition reimbursement programs Affordable Benefits Medical benefits for you and your family for under $35 per week No increased contribution for additional dependents Medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage Life and disability insurance Company-paid prescription safety glasses Safety shoe allowance Safety & Culture Strong safety-first manufacturing environment "Drive to Zero Injuries" safety initiative Employee-focused culture with opportunities for advancement Stable Fortune 500 manufacturing company with long-term career growth Set Up Mechanic Responsibilities As a Set Up Mechanic at Silgan Closures, you will play a key role in maintaining production efficiency and product quality by setting up, adjusting, troubleshooting, and maintaining manufacturing equipment in a fast-paced industrial environment. Daily Responsibilities Include Set up, adjust, and maintain: Presses Luggers Comp equipment Ovens Threaders Lining machines Ensure machinery produces quality product within specifications Operate presses and related manufacturing equipment Troubleshoot mechanical issues and support production uptime Perform equipment adjustments and preventive maintenance Follow all safety procedures and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Support continuous improvement and operational efficiency initiatives What you will need High school diploma or GED equivalent Mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting ability Willingness to work any shift during training You'll thrive in this role if you: Enjoy hands-on mechanical and manufacturing work Take pride in troubleshooting and equipment setup Work well in fast-paced production environments Value safety, quality, and teamwork Want long-term career stability and growth opportunities Have strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills About Silgan Closures Silgan Closures is the largest metal food packaging producer in North America and a global leader in sustainable manufacturing and packaging innovation. We are committed to Sustainability initiatives Increasing recycled content Renewable energy solutions Manufacturing innovation Safe and efficient production practices Silgan provides employees with Long-term career stability Industry-leading manufacturing training Advancement opportunities Strong safety culture Competitive pay and benefits Join Silgan Closures and help build the future of sustainable manufacturing in Evansville, Indiana. 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.