Molding Technician at Silgan Holdings

Molding Technician / Mold Mechanic Manufacturing

Join Silgan Closures, a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions, as a Molding Technician (Mold Mechanic) at our Champaign, IL, manufacturing facility. In this hands-on role, you'll maintain, repair, and optimize high-speed molding machinery to ensure efficient production of food and beverage packaging components. Grow your manufacturing career with a Fortune 500 company known for stability, innovation, and employee development.

What We Offer:

• Pay range $29.21 - $32.32 per hour
• Sign-on bonus $1,500.00
• Schedule: 2-2-3 with every other weekend off Friday - Sunday
• Hours: 12-hour night, 5:45 pm 6:00 am
• Weekly pay with opportunities for overtime

• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, and wellness coverage, with no additional premium cost for dependent coverage
• Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability
• Vacation starts accruing on your first day
• 401k with employer match and company-paid pension program
• Tuition reimbursement and safety gear allowance for safety glasses and shoes
• Employee appreciation events monthly with food trucks, giveaways and more

What You Will Do:

• Set up, process, and troubleshoot molding machinery and auxiliary equipment
• Perform preventative maintenance per schedule to maximize uptime and product quality
• Ensure parts meet all quality and safety requirements
• Monitor and maintain chiller and production system performance
• Communicate effectively with production, maintenance, and management teams
• Maintain accurate documentation according to GMP, HACCP, and Food Safety standards
• Promote a culture of safety, reliability, and teamwork

What You'll Need:

• High school diploma or GED required
• 2+ years of experience as a molding technician, mold mechanic, or related maintenance role
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Why Join Silgan Closures:

• Work for a stable, Fortune 500 company with 109 facilities worldwide.
• Join a team focused on safety, sustainability, and innovation.
• Build a long-term career in manufacturing and packaging, an essential part of the food supply chain.
• Be part of a company culture based on teamwork, respect, and reliability.

Apply Today

If you're an experienced Molding Technician or Mold Mechanic in the Champaign, IL area seeking a stable, rewarding manufacturing career, apply online today to join Silgan Closures and help us shape the future of sustainable packaging.