Stability. Innovation. Industry Leader - We are Silgan! Technical Projects Manager | Waukegan, IL

Silgan Closures, a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions, is seeking a Technical Project Manager for our Waukegan, IL manufacturing facility. In this role, you will lead manufacturing, engineering, and new product development projects, managing project planning, execution, scheduling, resource allocation, and customer requirements. This position is ideal for an experienced Project Manager who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoys driving process improvements, cross-functional collaboration, and operational excellence.

What we offer you:

Great working environment with opportunity to learn and contribute to our success
Salary range: $70,000 - $80,000 based on education and experience
Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance
Company paid life insurance, AD&D and disability insurance
Voluntary benefits, including critical illness, identity theft, legal plans, pet insurance, credit union, and more
401k with company match
Paid holidays and vacation
Tuition reimbursement
Employee appreciation events, food trucks, giveaways, and outings
Career growth and advancement opportunities

What you will do:

As the Corporate Technical Projects Manager, you will:

Manage multiple concurrent manufacturing, engineering, and new product development projects from initiation through completion
Lead both tactical and strategic projects while driving continuous process improvement initiatives
Serve as the liaison between shop floor personnel, engineering teams, customers, and senior leadership
Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure project milestones, timelines, and deliverables are achieved
Develop detailed project plans including scope, schedules, resources, budgets, and risk assessments
Monitor project performance, identify risks, resolve issues, and drive accountability across project teams
Manage customer-facing project communications and define technical and operational requirements
Analyze project data and performance metrics to improve future project execution
Support manufacturing operations through process optimization, standardization, and efficiency improvements
Provide regular project status updates to stakeholders and executive leadership
Manage engineering resource utilization and project prioritization
Make recommendations regarding project acceptance, feasibility, and capacity requirements
Oversee project-related budget spending and performance objectives

What you'll need to have:

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, business or related field
Minimum of 5 years of experience in project management within manufacturing, engineering, consumer products, or industrial environments
Experience managing all phases of the project lifecycle, including planning, execution, implementation, and reporting
Strong analytical, data analysis, and statistical analysis capabilities
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Microsoft Project
Experience managing multiple priorities and meeting project deadlines
Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and conflict resolution skills
Ability to identify process inefficiencies and implement improvements
Experience facilitating collaboration among cross-functional teams
Knowledge of project scheduling, resource management, risk management, and budget tracking
Prefer PMP Certification experience
Prefer experience in OEM Equipment Design and Manufacturing
Prefer experience in Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, or Operational Excellence environments

Who are we:

Global Fortune 500 packaging company with 100+ manufacturing facilities in North and South America, Europe, and Asia
A supplier of sustainable metal and plastic packaging solutions
Serving food, beverages, healthcare, home, garden, personal care, and beauty markets
Stable, innovative, and environmentally responsible organization

Join Silgan Closures in Waukegan, IL as our next Technical Project Manager and help drive manufacturing excellence, engineering innovation, continuous improvement, and new product development initiatives.

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. EEO/M/W/Vet/Disability

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