Now hiring Mechanics in our Ft. Madison, IA plant! $2000 Hiring Bonus Starting wage of $26.62 per hour What We Offer You: • Starting pay is $26.62 per hour. • $1.00 shift differential available. • Overtime opportunities available. • Comprehensive benefit coverage for medical, dental, vision, and prescription drugs, ADD and life insurance, and paid short-term disability. • Add on specialty programs include pet insurance, health programs for diabetes, hypertension, online workouts, and more. • HSA available after 30 days. • Automatic enrollment in 401k retirement plan with a 3 percent match. • Paid time off and 10 paid holidays. • Company paid customized ear plugs. • Company allowance for prescription safety glasses. • Steel toed boots are not required. • We invest in you with training, classes, and tuition reimbursement to grow your skills. • Your safety is our priority, and we take the necessary steps to protect our employees. This is reflected in the success of our “Drive to Zero Injuries” initiative. • Our Fort Madison, IA plant has participated in a Department of Energy audit to improve energy efficiency and decarbonize its operations. You’ll Love It Here If You Like: • Troubleshooting Equipment and Tooling • Performing Preventative Maintenance • Repairing Or Replacing Worn Parts What You’ll Do: • Diagnose and repair mechanical systems to ensure smooth production line operations. • Operate and maintain industrial canmaking machinery in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. • Use precision measuring tools like calipers and micrometers to work within tolerances of .0010. • Monitor product quality and production efficiency to ensure smooth operation. • Utilize mechanical manuals and diagrams to learn and troubleshoot new components. • Operate forklifts safely and efficiently when needed. • Contribute improvement ideas for the work area, safety, quality, cost control, and productivity. We Need You To Have: • High school diploma, GED, or equivalency. • Strong mechanical aptitude. • Willingness to operate and maintain Silgan's can lines by performing and documenting quality checks. Who We Are: America's largest metal food packaging producer, dedicated to sustainability and innovation. • Silgan Containers is rethinking how to make the metal food can through increased recycled content, modern process overhauls, renewable energy procurement, and other innovative practices. Ready to make an impact? Apply today to be part of America’s largest metal food packaging producer! #MON 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. Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Employee assistance program • Employee discount • Flexible spending account • Health insurance • Health savings account • Life insurance • Paid time off • Professional development assistance • Referral program • Retirement plan • Tuition reimbursement • Vision insurance
See More Details >>POSITION DESCRIPTION Agilis is looking for Experienced Mechanical/Electrical Engineer(s) to support blades tooling area worldwide with their expertise in industrial equipment and machinery (pneumatical, hydraulics, and electrics). This includes defining, validating, and implementing production equipment and machinery for the blades production in SGRE facilities. This position(s) is located in Fort Madison, Iowa and is a 2-year project with possible extension. Successful candidates will work at the customer?s manufacturing worksite. Responsibilities And Duties • Creation of specifications of the needed tools and machinery for blades • Follow up on the procurement process, commissioning and validation of the equipment • Handing over the equipment to the blade manufacturing plant and support afterwards • Follow up on installation of new machinery following SGRE global standards • Delivering documentation that provides critical analysis and suggestions for innovative solutions • Provide requirement specifications, validation reports, like FAT, SAT and TOC • Collaborating with team members to optimize engine performance.
See More Details >>Company: DuPont Job Description: The Artistri Inks Business, within the DuPont Printing & Packaging Business, has an opportunity for a Manufacturing Technology Process Engineer at the Fort Madison, IA Plant. The Artistri Inks business manufactures both pigmented and dye-based inks for the Home & Office, Commercial, and Textile printing markets. The Manufacturing Technology Process Engineer will provide day-to-day technical expertise for many of the unit operations at the site, take ownership of process problems, identify and implement process improvements, and lead teams and/or projects for longer-term growth and improvements. Responsibilities: • Identify and lead improvement projects to increase process capacity and reliability, improve product quality, increase yields, and reduce manufacturing costs • Assist Operations and Maintenance with troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and problem solving • Provide technical expertise for the chemical processes at the site • Respond to process issues and drive solutions to minimize impact to manufacturing • Lead PSM Technology Element(s) and assist with other elements as needed • Lead implementation of new processes and/or capital projects for the site • Provide basic data for capital projects and provide resourcing support (e.g. development, commissioning, start-up, training) • Develop, and ensure adherence to, standard operating procedures, best practices and safety protocols • Accountable for showing leadership in safety and complying with all EH&S regulations, policies, procedures, and guidelines • Provide off-shift support for continuous operations Qualifications: • B.S. Degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering • Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience required; 7-10 years preferred • Six Sigma Green Belt Certification preferred (can be acquired on the job) Other desired qualifications or experience: • Experience with process automation and control including PLCs and Batching Systems • Able to read and interpret P&IDs and electrical single line diagrams • Experience using data to drive improvements in OEE, capacity release, cycle time, yield, cost, and quality • Knowledge or background using SPC, TrakSYS, or other data collection tools to identify and drive improvements Demonstrated abilities: • Demonstrated ability to apply technical knowledge and RCA to diagnose, troubleshoot, and solve equipment and / or process issues • Application of FMEA to identify potential failures and implement improvements to minimize risk • Demonstrated experience in executing projects and programs to meet business and site objectives • Application of Process Safety Management (PSM) requirements • Ability to champion change in a manufacturing environment • Data driven decision making; root cause failure analysis • Strong communication skills, both written and oral • Self-initiative, a motivated self-starter than can work independently • Ability to handle multiple tasks and a high volume workload with shifting and competing responsibilities • Demonstrated strong project management skills. • Demonstrated strong teamwork and networking skills. #LI-DP1 At DuPont, our purpose is to empower the world with essential innovations to thrive. We work on things that matter. Whether it’s providing clean water to more than a billion people on the planet, producing materials that are essential in everyday technology devices from smartphones to electric vehicles, or protecting workers around the world. Discover the many reasons the world’s most talented people are choosing to work at DuPont. Why Join Us | DuPont Careers On May 22, 2024, we announced a plan to separate our Electronics and Water businesses in a tax-free manner to its shareholders. On January 15, 2025, we announced that we are targeting November 1, 2025, for the completion of the intended separation of the Electronics business (the “Intended Electronics Separation”)*. We also announced that we would retain the Water business. We are committed to ensuring a smooth and successful separation process for the Future Electronics business. We look forward to welcoming new talent interested in contributing to the continued success and growth of our evolving organization. (1)The separation transactions are subject to satisfaction of customary conditions, including final approval by DuPont's Board of Directors, receipt of tax opinion from counsel, the filing and effectiveness of Form 10 registration statements with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, applicable regulatory approvals, and satisfactory completion of financing. For further discussion of risks, uncertainties and assumptions that could impact the achievement, expected timing and intended benefits of the separation transactions, see DuPont’s announcement. DuPont is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit our Accessibility Page for Contact Information.
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Fort Madison, IA, often begins with an apprenticeship that blends practical experience with classroom instruction, enabling individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships typically last three to four years, demanding extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 353,000 mechanical trade professionals nationwide, with an average weekly wage of $1,045.75 in Fort Madison, IA. The job market is projected to grow, with 40% of professionals earning over $1,000 weekly. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild facilitate apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a rewarding career with strong earning potential—often exceeding $54,000 annually for experienced professionals.
