Does Silgan Containers pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Silgan Containers employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.2 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Silgan Containers. This rating has decreased by 7% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at Silgan Containers?

48% of Silgan Containers employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated Silgan Containers 2.6 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.5 for culture and values and 2.9 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at Silgan Containers?

Production Supervisor (31) , Mechanic (27) , Line Mechanic (11) , Maintenance Technician (8) , Supervisor (7) , Machine Operator (5) , Press Mechanic (5) , Quality Manager (5) , Plant Controller (4) , Forklift Operator (3) , General Laborer (3) , Maintenance Mechanic (3) , Manager (3) , Operator (3) , Packer (3)

What are the pros of working at Silgan Containers according to real employee reviews?

"Pay was good with much ot" ((in 53 reviews)); "Good pay union shop good benefits." ((in 18 reviews)); "Good people and ok job" ((in 14 reviews)); "Good money can be made here when the overtime flourishes" ((in 5 reviews)); "Plenty of advancement opportunities if you are willing to move and move up." ((in 4 reviews))

What are the cons of working at Silgan Containers according to real employee reviews?

"Poor management" ((in 35 reviews)); "Constantly exposed to toxic fumes and upper management plays dumb when it is brought up." ((in 12 reviews)); "No work life balance there" ((in 10 reviews)); "NO training whatsoever." ((in 9 reviews)); "It long hours and OT" ((in 9 reviews))

What are employees saying about Silgan Containers layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about Silgan Containers layoffs and their outlook for job security at Silgan Containers in 2026.

What are the top reviewed Silgan Containers locations?

Edison , Oconomowoc , Rochelle , Menomonee Falls , Savage , Woodland Hills , Modesto , Sacramento , Fort Dodge , Fort Madison , Saint Joseph , Kenosha , Menomonie , Napoleon , Burlington , Lyons , Breinigsville , Union , Milwaukee , Antioch , Chicago , Grandview , Plover , Maxton , Paris , Trenton , Kingsport , Richmond , New Castle , Metuchen

Silgan Containers reviews

2.9

48% would recommend to a friend

(302 total reviews)

Mike Gresl

Not enough data to show CEO approval

49% positive business outlook

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Silgan Containers has an employee rating of 2.9 out of 5 stars, based on 302 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have an average working experience there. The Silgan Containers employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Manufacturing industry (3.5 stars).

Reviews by job title

302 reviews

1.0

Mar 16, 2016

Bad Review

Production supervisor

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

A place to learn how not to manage a corporation, employee relations, & maintenance budgets.

Cons

Can Industry is a safe place during a downturn in economies. Work Schedule

1.0

Nov 5, 2015

Look elsewhere

Line mechanic

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Because I have to leave a 20 word minimum here the only thing I can even think of would be that the pay is just O.K.

Cons

Poor management to employee relations, dirty working conditions, forced to work your off days the majority of the time, no room for advancement, upper management treats floor supervisors very poorly, good old boys club within upper management, constant intimidation by upper management to both hourly and salary employees, idea's for improvement ignored by upper management, upper management "team building" outings promote excessive alcohol consumption, I could go on and on. If you are looking to apply for a job with Silgan Containers I highly recommend looking elsewhere.

3.0

Apr 9, 2015

Interesting.. Good old boy system in full effect.

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Stable.. Once in you are stable OK pay.. Could be higher for experienced employees Some training.. Willing to train in new areas

Cons

benefits stink.. Health and dental are a horrible package Hours.. Consistency is not easy to come by in the company. Promote on accomplishments not on the good-old boy system.

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Jobs at Silgan Containers

Production Worker (Night Shift)

Payroll Assistant - Part Time

Warehouse Forklift Operator