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Machine Operator | Silgan Closures | Champaign, IL

Join Silgan Closures, a Fortune 500 leader in sustainable packaging, as a Machine Operator - Lining Technician at our Champaign, Illinois manufacturing facility. In this hands-on manufacturing role, you will operate, maintain, and troubleshoot high-speed production equipment to ensure the safe, efficient production of high-quality closures used by leading food and beverage brands.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced manufacturing operators, lining technicians, equipment operators, or industrial machine operators seeking a stable, long-term career in production and packaging.

What We Offer:

• Pay: range $23.89 - $26.56 per hour
• Shift: Night Shift - 12-hour rotating 2-2-3 schedule
• Hours: 5:45pm - 6:00am ith every other weekend off
• Weekly pay + overtime opportunities
• Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, vision and wellness coverage
• Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability
• 401k with company match
• Vacation starting day one
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Safety gear allowance, shoes and safety glasses
• Monthly employee appreciation events such as food trucks, giveaways and more

What You Will Do:

• Operate and monitor high-speed manufacturing and packaging equipment
• Perform preventive maintenance and basic equipment troubleshooting
• Reset and calibrate automated vision systems at the start of each shift
• Verify materials and production runs align with the production schedule
• Conduct quality control inspections and record measurements using precision tools
• Identify and resolve equipment malfunctions, jams, or performance issues
• Make mechanical adjustments and minor repairs to maintain productivity
• Document production output, downtime, and performance metrics
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized manufacturing work environment
• Follow all safety standards, compliance procedures, and GMP practices

What You'll Need:

• High school diploma or GED
• 2+ years of manufacturing, production, or machine operation experience
• Experience as a machine operator, production operator, or equipment operator preferred
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality and safety standards

Why Join Silgan Closures:

• Work for a stable Fortune 500 manufacturing company with 100+ global facilities
• Be part of a leader in sustainable packaging and manufacturing innovation
• Build a long-term career in essential manufacturing and production operations
• Join a team focused on safety, teamwork, reliability, and continuous improvement
• Contribute to products that support the global food and beverage supply chain

Apply Today - Machine Operator Jobs in Champaign, Illinois

If you're an experienced Machine Operator or Lining Technician in the Champaign, IL / Champaign, Illinois area, apply today to join Silgan Closures.

Take the next step in your manufacturing career with a company that offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and long-term stability.

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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