
Maintenance Technician
Silgan Containers · Monroe, GA
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Experience asked
- 2+ years
- Industry
- Packaging
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at Silgan Containers (packaging) in Monroe, GA. E-Maintenance or similar program experience.
- They ask for
- 2+ years
- Tools it names
- FDA / GMP, PLC, Welding
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $58k–$84k.
Median of the low and high ends of 37 live postings that list pay, out of 1613 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Georgia plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 40 other live reliability postings in Georgia.
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (2+ vs 4+)
Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ PLC 56%
- Root cause 44%
- ✓ Team leadership 34%
- ✓ Welding 24%
- Robotics 24%
- EHS / safety 22%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for FDA / GMP, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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Full description from Silgan ContainersAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
- ◆Understands and Adheres to all Silgan Safety Policies including the Corporate 21 Point Safety Standards, Any Addendum, Silgan Plastics No Tolerance Policy, Reading and understanding all “Safety Rules” items as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
- ◆Promotes safety and working safely throughout the facility to prevent injury to self and co-workers, addressing unsafe conditions and behaviors, inspect work area daily
- ◆Wearing all Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and GMP required gear
- ◆Performing work safely and in accordance with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and housekeeping standards
- ◆Must wear PPE to avoid cuts and or burns when entering the machine
- ◆Must be aware of surroundings at all times
- ◆Trouble shoot equipment
- ◆Must be able to work with and in industrial electrical panels safely
- ◆Perform PM’s without supervision
- ◆Communicate with the Maintenance Lead, Maintenance Manager and Plant Manager
- ◆Be proficient with all measuring power tools as well as hand tools
- ◆Be able to read and understand electrical schematics, hydraulic schematics, hard copy PLC programs, I/O programs
- ◆Possess some basic skills with welding, milling machine and lathe
- ◆Possess the skills to electrically and mechanically trouble shoot equipment
- ◆Possess the skills to understand and follow directions from his or her supervisor
- ◆Ability to learn at a fast pace and become self-sufficient in a short amount of time.
- ◆Knowing the location of SDS (Safety Data Sheets) and how to utilize properly
- ◆Knowing not to operate any equipment or perform any work without the proper training and authorization to complete the task safely
- ◆ALWAYS follow proper (LOTO) Lockout/Tag Out procedures
- ◆NEVER remove or bypass machine guards and NEVER while the machine is in operation
- ◆Being cautious and aware of lift trucks and moving equipment
- ◆Reporting all injuries or accidents to your Supervisor immediately
- ◆Fully understanding and supportive of the Safety START Card program and knowledge in how to complete a START card ( S Safety, T Target, A All Personnel and R Relies on T Teamwork)
- ◆Understand and follow plant housekeeping guidelines
- ◆Compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices and Good Documentation practices
- ◆Ability to work well with others safely
- ◆Always asking for help before completing a task or job duty that is unsafe or you are unsure of the proper way to complete
- ◆Performs other duties as assigned
- ◆Reading and understanding specific information pertaining to your job duties and classification. (i.e. Silgan (BOM) Specifications, Job Safety Analysis, Work Instructions, Plant Memos, Etc.)
- ◆Attend Daily shift meeting at the beginning and end of your shift
- ◆Attending any other specific meetings or training as posted for your department
- ◆Trouble shoot and repair electrical and mechanical machine problems
- ◆Use a variety of material and tools to make alterations, installations and repairs on all types of plant machinery and on auxiliary equipment
- ◆Must work in a safe manner, ensuring all guards and safety devices are in place after job is complete.
- ◆Must be able to lift heavy objects
- ◆Good organizational skills and ability to adapt to issues that arise in the plant
- ◆Maintain equipment – ensure all equipment is in good operating condition
- ◆Efficient use of resources by prioritizing time, sills and training to ensure labor and materials are used efficiently
- ◆Train new personnel in department on your shift to complete their job safely and effectively
- ◆Use Maintenance Management System to maintain all maintenance records, using e-maintenance
Education
Required: Must be able to read, write and speak English
Required
- ✓Good Communication and motivation skills
- ✓Good Personal Safety, Attendance and job performance record
- ✓Both high amounts of quality and quantity of work
- ✓Knowledge of plant procedures and equipment use
- ✓Identify and correct error, initiate work activities, completes works assignments, meets schedules follows established policies/procedures and anticipates needs
- ✓Builds trust by respecting the ideas and contributions on everyone
- ✓Industrial Electricity – 2 years Electrical experience
- ✓Pneumatic Control knowledge
- ✓Hydraulic Control knowledge
Required
- ✓Demonstrated ability to work safely
- ✓Demonstrated willingness to work well with others and within a team environment
- ✓Demonstrated ability to communicate and train other team members effectively
- ✓Ability to assess job tasks and prioritize those tasks when conditions change
- ✓Basic Computer skills
- ✓Good Trouble shooting skills
- ✓Extensive knowledge in Hydraulic and pneumatic systems
- ✓Understanding electrical systems and blueprints
Requirements
- ✓Must be dependable
- ✓Must have good attendance record
- ✓Ability to pass written
requirements
in numeric, visual, verbal comp, space visualization, and work orientation
- ✓Must be able to work overtime when needed
- ✓Must be able to lift a minimum of 70 pounds
- ✓Work involved continuous lifting, bending, reaching, standing, twisting, kneeling, squatting and walking
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 employe
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Preferred
- +E-Maintenance or similar program experience
- +2 years’ experience in Industrial Maintenance
Preferred
- +Ability to read, write and communicate fluently in English
- +Ability to follow simple oral and written instructions.
