Printing and Coating Engineer

Printing and Coating Engineer Richmond, IN Stability. Innovation. Industry Leader - We are Silgan Silgan Closures, a Fortune 500 leader in sustainable packaging solutions, is seeking an experienced Printing and Coating Engineer to support our manufacturing operations in Richmond, IN. This role is ideal for a Manufacturing Engineer, Process Engineer, Coating Engineer, Packaging Engineer, or Industrial Engineer with experience in metal packaging, coil coating, printing, and continuous improvement initiatives.

As a Printing and Coating Engineer, you will provide technical leadership and engineering support for metal coil cutting, sheet coating, printing, oven curing, and related manufacturing processes.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Competitive salary based on education, experience, skill set, and market conditions
• Company-paid life insurance, AD&D, and disability coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Voluntary benefits including critical illness, legal plans, identity theft protection, pet insurance and more
• Monthly employee appreciation events, food trucks, outings, giveaways, and celebrations
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Collaborative work environment focused on innovation and continuous improvement

• As a Printing and Coating Engineer, you will support plant operations through project leadership, process improvements, and equipment optimization initiatives
• Lead process improvements that enhance quality, safety, and production efficiency
• Support coil coating, printing, curing ovens, oxidizers, and heat recovery systems
• Troubleshoot complex manufacturing equipment and identify root causes of operational issues
• Lead equipment installations, audits, overhauls, and qualification activities
• Collaborate with plant teams and OEM suppliers to develop new products and manufacturing solutions
• Train operators, supervisors, and maintenance personnel on equipment setup, operation, and safety requirements
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, including LOTO, machine guarding, confined space, and safe work practices

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, manufacturing or industrial engineering or related field
• Significant experience in can manufacturing, coil coating, printing, metal packaging, or coating operations may be considered in lieu of a degree
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to travel up to 50% to assist plants in Evansville, IN and Hazleton, PA, in addition to the Richmond plant
• Experience with manufacturing equipment, process optimization, and continuous improvement
• Ability to read engineering drawings and utilize precision measuring tools
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, TPM, and Continuous Improvement methodologies
• AutoCAD proficiency preferred
• Working knowledge of coatings, solvents, oven systems, oxidizers, heat recovery systems, and LEL detectors

Silgan is a leading global supplier of sustainable metal and plastic packaging solutions serving the food, beverage, healthcare, home, garden, personal care, and beauty industries. We offer the stability of a Fortune 500 organization combined with opportunities to make a direct impact at the plant level.

More than 100 manufacturing facilities across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. Global leader in sustainable packaging solutions. Industry-recognized commitment to safety, quality, innovation, and environmental responsibility. Stable organization with a long history of growth and success. We are a leading worldwide manufacturer of dispensing and specialty closures for food, beverage, health care, garden, home, personal care, fragrance and beauty…