Machine Operator

Silgan Containers Mfg Corp

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Breinigsville, Pennsylvania Until 9/27/2026 0+ years exp H-1B sponsor history First posted July 29, 2026 Last posted July 29, 2026
Job description

We are hiring for a Machine Operator at our Breinigsville, PA plant!

Internal candidates - Apply today!

What we offer you:    

Starting pay is $27.38 per hour plus $1.75 shift differential

Quarterly bonus based on group efficiency, safety, housekeeping, and quality metrics. Up to 11 percent bonus on top of base wage!   

Overtime available after 40 hours worked in a week  

Comprehensive benefits package, including medical and prescription, dental, vision, life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage

2 weeks of vacation, 10 paid holidays plus 2 personal days

401k with 3 percent match

HSA after 30 days   

Add-on benefits include pet insurance, MSK programs - Hinge Health and Regenexx, telemedicine, Livongo for diabetes and hypertension   

Eligible reimbursement after 90 days for prescription safety glasses   

Company paid customized ear plugs   

Steel toed boots reimbursement offered, but not required   

Culture of advancement and growth   

We invest in you with on-the-job training, trade school classes and tuition reimbursement as needed   

Opportunities for community outreach and volunteering  

We care about your safety, which means we do what’s needed to protect our employees and that’s reflected in our “Drive to Zero Injuries” initiative results

Breinigsville has one of the youngest workforces across Silgan

What you’ll do:     

Gain knowledge of production lines, equipment, and quality standards  

Work on a palletizer to group and layer finished goods in preparation for storage or shipment 

Check the quality of the cans to identify defects  

We need you to have:     

High School Diploma or GED

Ability to read, comprehend, and follow verbal and written instructions in English   

Experience using computers, copiers, calculators, scanners, and printers   

    

Who we are:    

America's largest metal food packaging producer.   

A company that strives toward sustainability by reducing our carbon footprint, selecting like-minded suppliers, and providing recyclable products.   

Silgan Containers has set sustainability targets through 2030 to source more renewable energy, reduce our greenhouse gas emissions, and divert our waste from landfill to foster environmental stewardship.

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.

About this role

Summary

Operate machinery, check quality, follow safety standards, and support production.

Job title

Machine Operator

Experience level

entry level

Minimum experience

0+ years exp

Industry

metal food packaging

Location requirements

Breinigsville, Pennsylvania, on-site work only.

Salary

$57k+

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

reading comprehensioncomputer skillsfollowing instructions

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

production linesquality standardspalletizer
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Breinigsville, PA 18031, USA

On-site City