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Maintenance Technician

Silgan Containers · Union, MO

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Level
Technician
Team
Reliability
Degree
Preferred
Industry
Packaging
Posted
30+ days ago

The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level reliability role at Silgan Containers (packaging) in Union, MO.

They ask for
degree preferred
Tools it names
Extrusion

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How this role compares

Against 46 other live reliability postings in Missouri.

Experience asked
Not stated

Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

  • ✓ Team leadership 64%
  • PLC 55%
  • Welding 36%
  • EHS / safety 26%

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Stands out: this posting asks for Extrusion, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

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Responsibilities

  • ◆Must be able to proficiently understand machines, conveyance equipment, and auxiliary equipment to diagnose malfunctions, and to affect repairs.
  • ◆Troubleshoots and locates the source of the problem by observing the operation of the equipment.
  • ◆Consult OEM manuals to identify proper equipment specific procedures, parts identification, troubleshooting, etc.
  • ◆Perform adjustments and setups on a variety of equipment in support of production and in accordance with the company developed documents and all safety procedures.
  • ◆Maintain a clean and safe work area and report/ correct all unsafe working conditions.
  • ◆Read, use and interpret measuring devices, gauges and inspection tools.
  • ◆Perform all required necessary preventive maintenance on equipment.

Experience

Required High School Diploma, experience in maintenance of production machinery or facility.

requirements

necessary for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the Maintenance Mechanic job. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions.

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.

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 a drug-free workplace.

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Summary description

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for troubleshooting and repairs on manufacturing equipment, secondary equipment, printers, etc. Also able to perform adjustments, preventative maintenance.

Skills

Required: Basic knowledge extrusion, vacuum systems, material transfer, air systems, preventative maintenance, building maintenance, forklifts & safety equipment.

(if applicable)

The physical demands are representative of the physical

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