About the role
Machinist – Tool & Die | Edison, NJ | Starting Pay $35.95
per hour
Join Silgan Containers, America’s largest metal food packaging producer, as a Machinist in Edison, NJ.
We’re
- looking for skilled professionals to
- operate
- and maintain precision tooling and CNC equipment in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
What We Offer
Competitive Pay: Starting at $35.95 per hour plus shift differential for 3rd shift
Consistent Wage Increases
- Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, life insurance
- Specialty Programs: Pet insurance, health programs for diabetes, hypertension, and more
- 40 1k
- with Company Contributions
Paid Time Off & Holidays
Training & Tuition Reimbursement
Company-Paid Uniforms & Prescription Safety Glasses
Safety Shoe Allowance
Commitment to Safety: “Drive to Zero Injuries” initiative
Sustainability Leadership: Edison is Silgan’s first facility with on-site solar power
What
You’ll
Do
Operate and
- maintain
- CNC grinders, lathes, Bridgeport mills, welders, plasma cutters
- Perform tool and die machining using blueprints and precision measuring instruments
- Troubleshoot and repair gearboxes, pumps, and production equipment
- Refurbish and rebuild tooling for can-making machinery
- Measure and calculate raw material requirements
Catalog and
- organize
- production tooling for efficiency
- Perform quality checks and ensure compliance with strict manufacturing tolerances
Follow lockout/tagout safety procedures
Operate plant equipment such as forklifts, lifts, and booms
What We Need
High School Diploma or GED
- - T rade school preferred
- 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing or machining environment
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
- Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
About Silgan Containers
- We are the largest metal food packaging producer in North America, committed to sustainability and innovation. From increasing recycled content to renewable energy initiatives,
- we’re
- rethinking how to make the metal food can.
- Ready to start your career as a Machinist in Edison, NJ?
- Apply today and join a team that values safety, growth, and innovation.
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.