New

Mechanic

Silgan Containers Manufacturing Corporation
paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Iowa, Fort Dodge
3591 Maple Drive (Show on map)
Jun 27, 2026
Mechanic - Manufacturing Maintenance Technician Pay Starting at $32.46/Hour \| Excellent Benefits \| Overtime Available \| Paid Training Build your career with Silgan Containers, America's largest metal food packaging manufacturer. We're looking for an experienced Industrial Mechanic to join our maintenance team and help keep our high-speed manufacturing equipment running safely and efficiently. If you enjoy troubleshooting mechanical equipment, performing preventive maintenance, and working in a fast-paced industrial environment, we'd like to hear from you. Why Join Silgan Containers? At Silgan, you'll enjoy competitive pay, outstanding benefits, career growth opportunities, and a company committed to employee safety and sustainability. Compensation & Benefits Starting pay of $32.46 per hour Overtime opportunities available Performance reviews and pay increases at 6 months and 1 year Shift differential for permanent night shift positions Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance 401(k) with an automatic 3% company match Two weeks of paid vacation during your first year 10 paid holidays annually Tuition reimbursement and ongoing training Telemedicine, wellness programs, employee assistance program, employee discounts, pet insurance, and more Safety glasses allowance Steel-toed boots not required Access to an on-site fitness center Catered employee appreciation meals Community volunteer opportunities and plant-wide events A strong safety culture backed by our Drive to Zero Injuries initiative What You'll Do As a Maintenance Mechanic, you'll maintain and repair high-speed manufacturing equipment used in metal packaging production. Responsibilities include: Troubleshoot, repair, maintain, and modify mechanical equipment and production machinery Perform preventive and predictive maintenance on manufacturing equipment Diagnose mechanical failures and minimize equipment downtime Inspect, repair, and replace bearings, chains, gears, belts, conveyors, pumps, and other mechanical components Use precision measuring instruments including micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, and gauges with tolerances up to .0010 Perform equipment inspections and document maintenance activities Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and efficiency Work closely with production and maintenance teams to maximize equipment reliability Qualifications We're looking for candidates with: High school diploma, GED, or vocational/technical education 2+ years of Industrial Mechanic, Maintenance Mechanic, Mechanical Technician, or Industrial Maintenance experience desired Experience troubleshooting and repairing industrial manufacturing equipment Knowledge of preventive maintenance practices Ability to read measuring instruments and work with close tolerances Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills Commitment to safety and quality Manufacturing, food production, packaging, automotive, steel, paper, plastics, chemical processing, or similar industrial maintenance experience is highly preferred. Why Silgan? Silgan Containers is the largest manufacturer of metal food packaging in North America, serving many of the world's most recognized food brands. Our employees enjoy stable careers, opportunities for advancement, and a workplace that values teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement. We're also committed to protecting our environment. Through our 2030 sustainability initiatives, we're increasing renewable energy usage, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, minimizing waste, and producing infinitely recyclable metal packaging. If you're looking for a long-term career as an Industrial Mechanic, Maintenance Mechanic, Manufacturing Maintenance Technician, Mechanical Technician, or Industrial Maintenance Technician, apply today and become part of a company that invests in your future. 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.