Master Electrician

Join Silgan Closures, America’s largest metal food packaging producer, as a Master Electrician in Evansville, IN. As a master electrician, you will support the reliable operation of manufacturing equipment, utilities, automation systems, and plant infrastructure through advanced technical expertise in electrical systems, PLC controls, VFDs, SCADA systems, motor controls, and industrial power distribution.

• Pay:
  Starting at $41.62 per hour
• Consistent Wage Increases
• Comprehensive, Affordable Benefits:
  Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, life and disability insurance for less than $35 per week (family plan)
• Specialty Programs:
  Teledoc services, health programs for diabetes, hypertension, virtual physical therapy, and more
• 401(k) with Company Contributions AND a pension plan
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Training & Tuition Reimbursement
• Allowances for Safety Shoes, Prescription Safety Glasses, and Tools
• Commitment to Safety: “Drive to Zero Injuries” initiative

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair industrial electrical systems, manufacturing equipment, and facility infrastructure.
• Support and maintain power distribution equipment, including transformers, switch gear, motor control centers (MCCs), electrical panels, and associated systems.
• Program, troubleshoot, and modify PLCs, VFDs, HMIs, SCADA systems, instrumentation, and automated control systems.
• Diagnose electrical and automation issues using schematics, technical documentation, and advanced diagnostic equipment to minimize downtime and improve equipment reliability.
• Perform preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities to ensure safe and efficient plant operations.
• Support capital projects, equipment installations, upgrades, commissioning activities, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate electrical drawings, technical documentation, maintenance records, and control system backups.
• Provide technical guidance and support to maintenance team members and collaborate with operations, engineering, and production teams to achieve business objectives.
• Perform all work in compliance with OSHA requirements, NFPA 70E standards, electrical codes, Lockout/Tagout procedures, and company safety policies.

• Completed electrical trade program, apprenticeship, technical college, or equivalent with degree, diploma, or certification.
• Minimum 3-5 years manufacturing electrical maintenance experience strongly preferred.
• OSHA 30 certification and NFPA 70E arc-flash safety training.
• Proficiency in PLC, VFD, SCADA, HMI, motor controls, motor sizing, wire sizing, circuit design, and conduit installation.
• Ability to plan, layout, inspect, and troubleshoot industrial power distribution, transformers, switch gear, MCCs, and motor logic.

We are the largest metal food packaging producer in North America, committed to sustainability and innovation. From increasing recycled content to renewable energy initiatives, we’re rethinking how to make the metal food can.

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.

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