Manufacturing Engineer
silgancontainers · Evansville, Indiana · United States · On-site
Posted Sep 30, 2026
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Manufacturing Engineer
Evansville, IN
Silgan Closures, a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions and a Fortune 500 manufacturing company, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join our team in Evansville, Indiana.
In this role, you will work closely with production, maintenance, quality, and plant leadership to support the day-to-day performance of our manufacturing operations. You'll help troubleshoot production challenges, improve equipment reliability, optimize processes, reduce downtime, and drive continuous improvement initiatives that improve safety, quality, and productivity throughout the plant.
If you enjoy being on the manufacturing floor, solving problems, supporting production teams, and making a direct impact on plant performance, we'd love to hear from you.
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 safety, innovation, and continuous improvement
What You'll Do:
As a Manufacturing Engineer, you'll serve as a key technical resource for the Evansville manufacturing facility, supporting daily operations and driving improvements that enhance safety, quality, productivity, and equipment performance.
Partner with production and maintenance teams to troubleshoot manufacturing and equipment issues
Identify and implement process improvements that increase efficiency, reduce waste, and improve product quality
Analyze production data to identify trends, recurring issues, and opportunities for improvement
Support equipment reliability initiatives and preventative maintenance programs to reduce downtime
Improve manufacturing processes, tooling, and production methods to increase operational performance
Assist with safety improvements and ensure manufacturing systems comply with company and OSHA standards
Participate in root cause investigations and implement corrective actions for production issues
Support the installation, startup, and optimization of equipment and process improvements
Collaborate with maintenance, quality, engineering, and operations teams to resolve technical challenges
Develop and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and engineering records
Assist with cost reduction, scrap reduction, and productivity improvement initiatives
Provide technical support and training for manufacturing processes, equipment, and new technologies
Monitor plant systems and manufacturing performance to ensure efficient operation
What You'll Need to…