Coating Litho Engineer

Coating Litho Engineer

Hazleton, PA

Stability. Innovation.  Industry Leader - We are Silgan

Silgan Closures, a Fortune 500 leader in sustainable packaging solutions, is seeking an experienced Coating Litho Engineer to support our manufacturing operations in Hazleton. PA. This role is ideal for a Manufacturing Engineer, Process Engineer, Coating Engineer, Packaging Engineer, or Industrial Engineer with experience in metal packaging, coil coating, lithography, and continuous improvement initiatives.

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

What we offer you:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

• Competitive salary based on education, skills, experience, 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

What you will do:

As a Coating Litho 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, lithography, 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

• Support other manufacturing locations in Evansville, IN, Richmond, IN as well as Hazleton, PA

What you'll need to have:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, manufacturing or industrial engineering or related field

• Significant experience in can manufacturing, coil coating, lithography, 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, Richmond, IN in addition to the Hazleton, PA plant

• Experience with manufacturing equipment and process optimization.

• 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.

Why Join Silgan?

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.

About Silgan

• 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

Apply Today!

Take the next step in your career as a Coating Litho Engineer in Hazleton, Pennsylvania and help drive innovation, manufacturing excellence, and sustainable packaging solutions at Silgan.

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.

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