Industrial Maintenance Machinist Join Silgan Closures in Hazleton as an Industrial Maintenance Machinist and become part of a global Fortune 500 packaging manufacturing company. Silgan Closures is a leader in sustainable packaging solutions, offering employees career growth, advanced manufacturing experience, strong safety culture, and industry-leading benefits.
Pay & Benefits:
  • Competitive Manufacturing PayStarting pay: $37.44 per hour
  • Additional $0.65/hour shift differential
  • Weekly pay
  • Overtime opportunities available
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Company-paid life insurance 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Wellness program
  • Paid training and career development
  • Safety footwear allowance
  • Company-provided uniforms
  • Work Schedule
  • Full-time manufacturing position
  • Train on day shift, then transition to nights
  • Rotating 12-hour shift schedule: 2/2/3 12 Hour ShiftsJob Responsibilities
As an Industrial Maintenance Machinist, you will maintain, troubleshoot, repair, rebuild, and install manufacturing equipment, tooling, machinery, and plant systems to support efficient production operations.
Daily Responsibilities Include:
  • Perform precision machining, tool repair, and equipment maintenance
  • Troubleshoot and repair industrial machinery and production equipment
  • Distinguish between electrical and mechanical issues and perform basic electrical repairs
  • Read and interpret blueprints, schematics, detail prints, assembly drawings, and specifications
  • Operate machining equipment including:
Lathes Milling machines Drill presses Grinding machines Use precision measuring instruments including: Calipers MicrometersComparatorsSurface plates Perform fabrication, welding, brazing, soldering, and burning operations Machine parts to precision tolerances and specified finishes Repair and maintain pneumatic and hydraulic systems Perform preventative maintenance on machinery and facility equipment Repair air compressors and replace filters Assemble, align, and adjust tooling and die components Operate forklifts, cranes, and lifting devices safely Complete maintenance documentation and data entry Maintain a clean and safe work environment
Qualifications:
  • Required Qualifications
  • High school diploma or GED equivalent2-year technical degree in Mechanical Technology preferred
  • State-certified Machinist or Millwright Journeyman certification preferred
  • Electrical troubleshooting knowledge is a plus
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
  • Experience with:
Hydraulics PneumaticsWeldingPrecision machining Industrial maintenance
Additional Requirements:
  • Must pass pre-employment skills assessment
  • Must be willing to work overtime as needed
  • Must understand OSHA mechanical safety requirements and machine guarding
  • Ability to interpret blueprints and technical drawings
  • Knowledge of pneumatic and hydraulic systems required
  • Manufacturing Work Environment
  • Industrial manufacturing environment
  • Production floor is noisy
  • Facility is not air-conditioned
  • Temperatures may become extremely hot or cold depending on season and work area
  • Some outdoor work may be required
  • Why Join Silgan Closures?
  • At Silgan, you're not just taking another manufacturing job you're building a long-term career with a stable global company that values safety, teamwork, reliability, and employee growth.
  • If you are an experienced machinist, industrial mechanic, millwright, maintenance technician, or manufacturing maintenance professional looking for your next opportunity in Hazleton, PA, apply today.

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Level

Mid

Salary

$37.44 per hour

Location

Hazleton, PA

Occupation

Industrial Machinery Mechanics

Industry

All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

Posted

9 days ago

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