Molding Technician

Molding Technician / Mold Mechanic - Manufacturing | Silgan Closures | Champaign, ILJoin Silgan Closures, a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions, as a Molding Technician (Mold Mechanic) at our Champaign, IL, manufacturing facility. In this hands-on role, you'll maintain, repair, and optimize high-speed molding machinery to ensure efficient production of food and beverage packaging components. Grow your manufacturing career with a Fortune 500 company known for stability, innovation, and employee development.What We Offer:Pay range $29.21 - $32.32 per hourSchedule: 2-2-3 with every other weekend off - Friday - SundayHours: 12-hour night, 5:45pm - 6:00amWeekly pay with opportunities for overtime Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, and wellness coverage, with no additional premium cost for dependent coverageCompany-paid life insurance and short-term disabilityVacation starts accruing on your first day401k with employer match and company-paid pension programTuition reimbursement and safety gear allowance for safety glasses and shoesEmployee appreciation events monthly with food trucks, giveaways and moreWhat You Will Do:Set up, process, and troubleshoot molding machinery and auxiliary equipmentPerform preventative maintenance per schedule to maximize uptime and product qualityEnsure parts meet all quality and safety requirementsMonitor and maintain chiller and production system performanceCommunicate effectively with production, maintenance, and management teamsMaintain accurate documentation according to GMP, HACCP, and Food Safety standardsPromote a culture of safety, reliability, and teamworkWhat You'll Need:High school diploma or GED required2+ years of experience as a molding technician, mold mechanic, or related maintenance roleDemonstrated mechanical aptitude and ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environmentWhy Join Silgan Closures:Work for a stable, Fortune 500 company with 109 facilities worldwide.Join a team focused on safety, sustainability, and innovation.Build a long-term career in manufacturing and packaging, an essential part of the food supply chain.Be part of a company culture based on teamwork, respect, and reliability.Apply TodayIf you're an experienced Molding Technician or Mold Mechanic in the Champaign, IL area seeking a stable, rewarding manufacturing career, apply online today to join Silgan Closures and help us shape the future of sustainable packaging.LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMERThe 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.EEO/M/W/Vet/Disability

Created: 2026-04-02