Stability. Innovation. Industry Leader. We are Silgan!

We are proud to be an essential part of the world’s food supply chain! Now hiring for an APPLICATION ENGINEER. Apply now!

Silgan Closures is seeking an APPLICATION ENGINEER at our Corporate Headquarters & Innovation Center in Downers Grove, IL. In this role, you will work with Engineering, Sales, Technical Service and all research groups to bring products to commercialization. Apply today!

What you’ll do:

• Perform physical testing on packaging components.
• Analyze data and write technical reports to solve problems, to get new materials approved and to bring new products to commercialization.
• Interact with internal departments to solve packaging problems and to get new materials approved.

You’ll love it here if you:

• Want to be part of a larger vision to alleviate world hunger.
• Appreciate the importance of a safe work environment.
• Strive to lead, motivate and promoted teamwork.

What you’ll need:

• Bachelor’s degree in Packaging or Engineering.
• Minimum three (3) years related operational experience with exposure to cap manufacturing, customer packaging processes and equipment knowledge.
• Must have mechanical aptitude and excellent problem-solving skills.
• Must be capable of setting up, programming and operating automated inspection equipment.

What we offer:

• A great manufacturing culture where you feel like a member of the family – achievements are recognized, acknowledged and celebrated.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• A comprehensive benefits packaging, including medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance, 401(k) plan with company match, paid time offer, wellness programs, educational assistance, training, and more!

Who we are:

• Global Fortune 500 packaging company with 109 manufacturing facilities in North and South America, Europe and Asia.
• A leading supplier of sustainable metal and plastic packaging solutions for consumer goods products.
• Stable, reliable, and environmentally conscious company

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

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.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an "at-will" basis.

Silgan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or the presence of a disability, which would not prevent the performance of essential job duties with, or without reasonable accommodation of any other protective status.

Silgan is a drug-free workplace.

You should be proficient in:

• Mechanical Assembly Skills
• Packaging Experience
• Excellent Communication Skills
• Basic Computer Skills
• Microsoft Excel

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM) (Zeiss)

Salary info:

$35 - $40 / hr