Stability. Innovation. Industry Leader - We are Silgan.

We are proud to be anessential part of the world's food supply chainand are looking for team members who will take this job as seriously as we do!Now hiring for a Plant Engineer (Manufacturing Engineer) - apply now!

As the Plant Engineer, reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you will provide technical support for post molding operations and special projects in the Silgan Closures Athens, GA manufacturing facility. Apply today!

What we offer you:

• A great manufacturing culture where achievements are recognized, acknowledged, and celebrated
• Opportunities for advancement
• A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance, 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off, wellness programs, educational assistance, training, and more!

What you'll do:

• Hands on problem-solving, repairing, and continuous improvement of the overall post molding operations
• Establishing optimum post molding processes and process controls through machine and process capability studies
• Assuming ownership and accountability for role in resolving customer concerns, improving productivity and reducing scrap
• Generating standard operating procedures
• Partnership with technicians and operators while providing training, guidance and hands on assistance for sustaining stable processes
• Initiate and carry out cost savings and lean manufacturing (PPS & Lean Six Sigma) initiatives
• Assist in equipment specification, selection, installation and debugging
• Participates in continuous improvement activities
• Identify and manage all capital projects

You'll love it here if you:

• Want to be part of a larger vison to alleviate world hunger
• Like to maintain a safe work environment
• Like to be an essential part of resolving customer concerns

What you'll need to have:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or an equivalent degree with heavy concentration in automated equipment / systems
• At least two years hands on experience in secondary production machinery in high-speed (automation) electro / mechanical troubleshooting and repairs
• In-depth hands-on experience with sensors, vision systems, PLCs and automated systems
• Computer proficiency (CAD, MS office, etc.)
• Experience working with automation

Who we are:

• Global Fortune 500 packaging company with 109 manufacturing facilities in North and South America, Europe, and Asia
• Supplier of sustainable metal and plastic packaging solutions for consumer goods products for food, beverage, health care, garden, home, personal care, and beauty products
• A stable, reliable, and environmentally conscious company

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.

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