Plant Controller

silgancontainers· Silgan White Cap Corp
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📍 Champaign, IllinoisFull time💰 USD 92K–110K

About this role

  • Plant Controller – Manufacturing | Silgan Closures | Champaign, IL 
  • Stability. Innovation. Industry Leader. – We Are Silgan.
  •  Silgan Closures is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Plant Controller for our Champaign, IL manufacturing facility. This role leads plant accounting, manufacturing finance, cost accounting, financial reporting, budgeting and forecasting, inventory control, standard costing, variance analysis, and internal controls.As a key member of the plant leadership team, the Plant Controller partners with Operations and corporate leadership to improve financial performance, control manufacturing costs, safeguard company assets, and drive operational excellence. 
  • What we offer you:·        
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance·        
  • Company-paid life insurance, AD&D, and disability coverage·    
  •  Salary range: $92,000 - $110,000 based on experience·        
  • 401(k) with company match·
  •  Paid vacation and holidays· 
  •   Tuition reimbursement·        
  • Voluntary benefits, including pet insurance, legal plans, identity protection·      
  • Employee engagement events and team-building activities·       
  •   Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement·   
  •   Stable employment with global industry leader
  • What you'll do:
  • Financial Reporting & Manufacturing Finance
    • Analyze and report monthly financial results to plant and corporate leadership
    • Support month-end close, financial reporting, account reconciliations, and variance analysis
    • Prepare annual budgets, monthly forecasts, operating plans, and strategic financial plans
    • Monitor key plant financial metrics and performance indicators
    • Provide financial analysis to support manufacturing operations and business decisions
    • Support capital expenditure planning and investment analysis
    • Maintain strong financial controls, purchasing controls, and internal controls
  •  Cost Accounting & Inventory Management
    • Manage manufacturing cost accounting, standard costing, and bills of material
    • Analyze labor, material, manufacturing overhead, distribution costs, returns, and inventory
    • Lead physical inventories and monthly inventory audits
    • Investigating inventory and manufacturing cost variances
    • Reconcile and maintain accurate perpetual inventory records
    • Analyze excess, obsolete, and slow-moving inventory
  •  Leadership & Continuous Improvement·  
  •        Lead, coach, and develop accounting team members
    • Improve accounting processes, reporting efficiency, inventory accuracy, and financial controls
    • Partner with plant leadership on cost reduction, profitability, and operational improvements
    • Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement
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    • Plant Partnership
    • Participate in daily production meetings as a member of the plant leadership team
    • Partner with Operations on production costs, manufacturing efficiency, inventory, and financial performance

Provide financial insight and recommendations to support plant objectives

 

Safety & Food Safety

·Support all company safety initiatives and promote safe work practices


Identify and address workplace safety concerns

Maintain compliance with applicable Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Food Safety, and HACCP requirements

 

You'll need to have:


Bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field


Minimum 5 years of progressive manufacturing accounting experience

·

 Strong background in

 Manufacturing Cost accounting

 Stand Costing


Financial reporting


Budgeting and forecasting


 Variance analysis


Inventory control and reconciliation

Internal Controls

Experience supervising, coaching, and developing employees

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills

· Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities

  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to partner effectively with manufacturing operations and corporate teams

Preferred:

CPA, CMA, or MBA

Previous Plant Controller or Manufacturing Controller experience

Experience with JD Edwards, SAP, Oracle, or similar manufacturing ERP systems

ERP implementation or system conversion experience

Multi-site manufacturing experience

Knowledge of Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) and internal controls

 

Why Join Silgan Closures?

Fortune 500 packaging leader with a global manufacturing presence

Provider of sustainable metal and plastic packaging solutions

Strong commitment to safety, innovation, sustainability, and employee development

Collaborative manufacturing environment where you can make an immediate impact

Long-standing reputation for stability, growth, and operational excellence

 

Apply Now!

Bring your manufacturing finance, plant accounting, cost accounting, and leadership experience to Silgan Closures and help drive financial and operational performance at our Champaign, IL facility.

 

 

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Plant Controller role at silgancontainers?
The listed salary for this Plant Controller position at silgancontainers is USD 92K–110K. This is an Full time role.
Where is the Plant Controller position at silgancontainers located?
This Plant Controller role at silgancontainers is based in Champaign, Illinois. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Plant Controller role at silgancontainers full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Plant Controller role in the Silgan White Cap Corp department at silgancontainers.
Which team or department does the Plant Controller at silgancontainers belong to?
This Plant Controller position is part of the Silgan White Cap Corp department at silgancontainers. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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When was the Plant Controller job at silgancontainers posted?
This Plant Controller position at silgancontainers was posted on Oct 1, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Plant Controller
silgancontainers · 💰 USD 92K–110K
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