Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

Mechanic Jobs in Rochelle, IL | Manufacturing Maintenance Careers at Silgan Containers

Industrial Mechanic - Rochelle, Illinois

Starting Pay: $30.70 per Hour plus Shift Differential and Overtime

$2,000 Hiring Bonus

Silgan Containers | America's Largest Metal Food Packaging Producer

Looking for a high-paying manufacturing maintenance career with outstanding benefits, overtime opportunities, career advancement, and long-term stability? Join Silgan Containers in Rochelle, Illinois as an Industrial Mechanic and become part of a manufacturing team focused on safety, sustainability, and innovation.

Silgan Containers offers competitive pay, industry-leading benefits, paid time off, and strong career growth opportunities in a stable manufacturing environment.

Why Join Silgan Containers?

Competitive Pay

* Starting pay at $30.70 per hour

* Additional shift differential pay

* Overtime opportunities available
* $2,000 hiring bonus

* 401(k) with employer match

* Annual wage growth opportunities

Schedule

* 12-hour night shift

* 6:00 PM - 6:00 AM

* Rotating schedule:

* 4 days on

* 4 days off

This schedule provides built-in extended time off throughout the year.

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Medical & Insurance Benefits

* Medical insurance

* Dental insurance

* Vision insurance

* Prescription coverage

* Life and AD&D insurance

* Short-term disability

* Long-term disability

* Pet insurance options

Additional Employee Benefits

* Paid vacation days

* 10 paid holidays annually

* Tuition reimbursement

* Professional development opportunities

* Wellness programs and online workouts

* Company-provided prescription safety glasses

* Boot allowance

* Customized hearing protection

Employee-Focused Culture

* Catered meals and employee appreciation events

* Attendance and team performance bonuses

* Community volunteer opportunities and food drives

* Strong safety-first environment with our "Drive to Zero" initiative

Industrial Mechanic Responsibilities

As a Mechanic at Silgan Containers, you will maintain and support high-speed manufacturing equipment used in metal food packaging production.

Daily

Responsibilities Include:

* Service, operate, maintain, and overhaul manufacturing equipment including:

* Sheet feeders

* Presses

* Compound liners

* Elevators

* Conveyors

* Compound systems

* Troubleshoot and repair industrial manufacturing equipment

* Maintain production of quality products according to company standards

* Perform preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs

* Conduct scheduled inspections and quality checks

* Enter production and inspection data into Windows-based computer systems

* Identify and respond to non-standard operating conditions

* Maintain production efficiency and minimize downtime

* Support continuous improvement and manufacturing safety initiatives

Required Qualifications

* High school diploma, GED, or equivalent

* Ability to pass:

* Battery X Mechanic Test

* Precision Measuring Test

* Strong mechanical aptitude

* Positive "can do, will do" attitude

* Ability to perform and document quality checks and measurements

Preferred Experience

Experience in the following areas is highly desirable:

* Industrial maintenance

* Manufacturing maintenance

* Mechanical troubleshooting

* Production equipment repair

* Preventive maintenance

* Conveyor systems

* Hydraulic and pneumatic systems

* High-speed manufacturing equipment

You'll succeed in this Industrial Mechanic role if you:

* Enjoy hands-on mechanical and maintenance work

* Thrive in fast-paced manufacturing environments

* Take pride in troubleshooting and equipment reliability

* Value safety, teamwork, and quality

* Want long-term career growth with a stable manufacturing company

* Have strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills

About Silgan Containers

Silgan Containers is America's largest metal food packaging producer and a recognized leader in sustainable manufacturing and packaging innovation.

Our Rochelle, IL manufacturing facility supports sustainability initiatives including:

* Increased recycled material usage

* Energy efficiency improvements

* Renewable energy initiatives

* Modern manufacturing process upgrades

* Decarbonization efforts in partnership with the Department of Energy

At Silgan, we are committed to:

* Employee…