Silgan
Material Applications Engineer
Riverbank, California
Sponsorship not specified$82k-$115kDetected 14 days ago
CommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingOrganizational SkillsMicrosoft Office
About the role
- This role is ideal for an engineering professional who enjoys material science, manufacturing, product quality improvement, supplier collaboration, and hands-on problem-solving in a multi-site manufacturing environment.
- Team members contribute to products used by many of the world's most recognized brands while advancing environmental sustainability, recycling efforts, and operational excellence.
- This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and lead material-related projects, including trials, testing, and implementation initiatives
- Collaborate with suppliers and coordinate technical meetings to address material performance and improvements
- Partner with plant teams to troubleshoot issues and optimize material application processes
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to quality, performance, and manufacturing efficiency
- Develop reports, document findings, and provide technical recommendations
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Materials, Engineering, Chemistry, Food Packaging, or a related field
- Experience or academic exposure to organic coatings, lithography, sealants, or similar materials
- Experience with or exposure to supporting manufacturing operations, quality troubleshooting, or material performance improvement
- Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to investigate and resolve production and quality issues
- Experience or involvement in material trials, testing, or technical projects
- Ability to work cross-functionally with plant teams, suppliers, and engineering groups across multiple manufacturing sites
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office
- The ideal candidate combines strong materials engineering knowledge, manufacturing experience, analytical problem-solving skills, and the ability to engage with multiple plants and suppliers.
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Who We Are:
- Silgan Containers is the largest producer of metal food packaging in North America and a leader in sustainable manufacturing and operational innovation. Team members contribute to products used by many of the world's most recognized brands while advancing environmental sustainability, recycling efforts, and operational excellence.
- Apply Today!
- If you are looking for an opportunity to grow your career in materials engineering while working in manufacturing operations, improving product quality, and leading technical material initiatives across multiple facilities, apply today and learn more about joining Silgan Containers.
- The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed
Compensation
- The compensation for this CA-based position is competitive and based on experience, education, and skills, typically ranging from $82,000 - $115,000 per year.
- Competitive base salary with annual performance-based pay increases
Benefits
- Benefits and Perks:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, prescription, life, and disability coverage
- Specialized wellness programs including diabetes and hypertension management
- 15 paid vacation days plus 10 paid holidays annually
- Tuition assistance and ongoing professional development opportunities
Company info
- Silgan Containers is the largest producer of metal food packaging in North America and a leader in sustainable manufacturing and operational innovation.
- 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.
- 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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