Sr. Metal Decorator Technician

VulCan: At VulCan Packaging, we’re not just making cans—we’re building the future of beverage manufacturing right here in the heart of Austin. Our team is a vibrant mix of makers, thinkers, and doers—the real flavors of this city—who bring their unique talents and energy to everything we create. We’re proud to be the only can manufacturer in North America using waterless technology—better for the planet, and safer for the people who power our production. Every day, our team tackles tough challenges with heart, hustle, and a shared passion for making the best products in the industry. We’re dedicated to innovation, precision, and next-level customer service. And while our systems are designed for performance, it’s our people who truly make us stand out. VulCan is redefining beverage packaging with high-performance innovations that elevate brands, enhance consumer experiences, extend shelf life, and set new industry standards in sustainability, functionality, and design. Role: As a Senior Metal Decorator Technician, you’ll be the go-to expert on the decorator equipment (Concord), ensuring VulCan’s cans leave the plant with flawless, high-quality prints. You’ll lead the setup, operation, and maintenance of decorator machines, mentor other technicians, and play a key role in training, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement.Your experience will help keep the decorator running at peak performance—reducing downtime, improving print accuracy, and ensuring we consistently deliver the highest-quality cans to our customers. Responsibilities: • Lead setup, operation, and preventive maintenance of Concord decorator. • Ensure print quality, alignment, color consistency, and varnish application meet specifications. • Troubleshoot and repair decorator-related equipment, including ovens, pin chains, and mandrels. • Support changeovers, plate/blanket swaps, and coil replacements with efficiency and precision. • Conduct detailed quality checks to ensure decorated cans meet or exceed customer standards. • Train and mentor other technicians on decorator operations, troubleshooting, and best practices. • Collaborate with leads, supervisors, technicians, and engineering to resolve issues quickly and minimize downtime. • Assist in documenting and refining standard operating procedures (SOPs). • Uphold all FDA, safety, and environmental regulations. • Drive initiatives to reduce waste while maintaining world-class quality. • Other duties as necessary and assigned. Requirements: • 5+ years of direct experience in can-making, with significant hands-on time on decorator equipment (either Concord or Rutherford)---REQUIRED. • Proven expertise in troubleshooting and maintaining complex production equipment. • Strong mechanical aptitude; confident with both hand and power tools. • Demonstrated ability to lead, train, and mentor less experienced technicians. • Ability to analyze print quality and make fine technical adjustments. • Attention to safety, quality, and compliance standards. • Color vision sufficient to distinguish and adjust ink shades, hues, and varnishes to maintain print quality. • Ability to work in confined spaces, climb stairs, bend, lift up to 50 lbs, and stand for long shifts. • Forklift/scissor lift certification a plus. Benefits: • Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance • Vacations and Paid Holidays Job Type: Full-time Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: • Dental insurance • Health insurance • Paid time off • Relocation assistance • Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Experience: • Can Making: 5 years (Required) • Concord or Rutherford operation: 3 years (Required) Ability to Relocate: • Austin, TX 78744: Relocate with an employer provided relocation package (Required) Work Location: In person