Printing and Coating Engineer

Printing and Coating Engineer

Downers Grove, IL

Stability. Innovation. Industry Leader - We are Silgan

Silgan Closures, a Fortune 500 leader in sustainable packaging solutions, is seeking an experienced Printing and Coating Engineer to support our manufacturing operations in Downers Grove, IL. This role is ideal for a Manufacturing Engineer, Process Engineer, Coating Engineer, Packaging Engineer, or Industrial Engineer with experience in metal packaging, coil coating, printing, and continuous improvement initiatives.

As a Printing and Coating Engineer, you will provide technical leadership and engineering support for metal coil cutting, sheet coating, printing, oven curing, and related manufacturing processes.

What we offer you:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Competitive salary: $90,000 - $100,000, based on experience and qualifications
• Company-paid life insurance, AD&D, and disability coverage
• 401(k) with company match
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Voluntary benefits including critical illness, legal plans, identity theft protection, pet insurance and more
• Monthly employee appreciation events, food trucks, outings, giveaways, and celebrations
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Collaborative work environment focused on innovation and continuous improvement

What you will do:

As a Printing and Coating Engineer, you will support plant operations through project leadership, process improvements, and equipment optimization initiatives

• Lead process improvements that enhance quality, safety, and production efficiency
• Support coil coating, printing, curing ovens, oxidizers, and heat recovery systems
• Troubleshoot complex manufacturing equipment and identify root causes of operational issues
• Lead equipment installations, audits, overhauls, and qualification activities
• Collaborate with plant teams and OEM suppliers to develop new products and manufacturing solutions
• Train operators, supervisors, and maintenance personnel on equipment setup, operation, and safety requirements
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, including LOTO, machine guarding, confined space, and safe work practices

What you'll need to have:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, manufacturing or industrial engineering or related field
• Significant experience in can manufacturing, coil coating, printing, metal packaging, or coating operations may be considered in lieu of a degree
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to travel up to 50% to assist plants in Evansville, IN, Richmond, IN, and Hazleton, PA
• Experience with manufacturing equipment, process optimization, and continuous improvement
• Ability to read engineering drawings and utilize precision measuring tools
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, TPM, and Continuous Improvement methodologies
• AutoCAD proficiency preferred
• Working knowledge of coatings, solvents, oven systems, oxidizers, heat recovery systems, and LEL detectors

Why Join Silgan?

Silgan is a leading global supplier of sustainable metal and plastic packaging solutions serving the food, beverage, healthcare, home, garden, personal care, and beauty industries.

We offer the stability of a Fortune 500 organization combined with opportunities to make a direct impact at the plant level.

About Silgan

• More than 100 manufacturing facilities across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia
• Global leader in sustainable packaging solutions
• Industry-recognized commitment to safety, quality, innovation, and environmental responsibility
• Stable organization with a long history of growth and success

Apply Today!

Take the next step in your career as a Printing and Coating Engineer in Downers Grove, IL and help drive innovation, manufacturing excellence, and sustainable packaging solutions at Silgan.