Production Management Trainee
Silgan Containers Mfg Corp

Job Info

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Join Silgan'sProduction Management Development Programand gain the skills and hands-on experience you need to excel inoperations managementat one of the largestmetal food container manufacturing companiesin thefood packaging industry. This program offers comprehensivetechnical trainingto prepare you for key roles withinproduction management, ensuring you're well-versed inmanufacturing processes, manufacturing machinery, plant operations, andsupervisory roles.

What We Offer You:

• Annual salary based on experience, education, unique skills, performance, labor market conditions, and job location.
• Career growth with continuing education and opportunities for advancement intokey positions like operations supervisory roles,manufacturing management positions, and plant management.
• A stable, reliable, and environmentally conscious company that valuessustainabilityandemployee well-being.
• A comprehensivebenefits package, includingmedical,dental,vision,life insurance, and401k retirement savingswith a company match.
• Paid time offandpaid holidays.
• Add-on benefits such aspet insurance,telemedicine, and programs fordiabetesandhypertension management.
• Multipleplant locationsacross the US, offering flexibility and opportunities to grow your career in different regions, atunion and non-union plants.

What You Bring:

• A can-do, will-do attitude with strongtechnicalskills andmechanical aptitude.
• Effectivecommunicationskills, both oral and written.
• Management experienceto develop the ability to overseemanufacturing operations, production teams, and ensure effective coordination of workers while meeting production goals.
• Experience in dynamic production environments. Working withcomplex manufacturing systemsis preferred.
• Ability to thrive in adynamic work environmentwhile ensuringoperational efficiencyand meetingproduction goals.

What You'll Do:

• Complete our 8-to-10-monthProduction Management Development Program, designed to develop your expertise inproduction supervision,managing manufacturing operations, and using various types ofmanufacturing machineryin both unionandnon-union plants.
• Assist plant management with dailyplant operations, includingstaff supervision,production planning, andequipment management.
• Applystatistical process principles and basic quality tools like diagrams, flow-run-control charts, to optimize production.
• Manageproduction throughput, ensuring efficient use of equipment and materials while adhering tosafety procedures.
• Enforcestandard operating procedures and assist with training and developing plant staff.
• Oversee teams in various locations, administering labor contracts and fostering positive workplace relations.

We Need You To Have:

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred inan engineering ormanufacturing field.
• 2 or more years of experience inmanufacturing operationswith hands-on experience using various types ofmanufacturing machineryand tools.
• 1 or more years ofsupervisory experience, preferablyin amanufacturing environment.
• Strongproblem-solving skills,critical thinking, andattention to detail.
• Ability tomulti-task, work under pressure, and act quickly in afast-paced environment.

Who We Are:

• Silgan Containersis the largest subsidiary of Silgan Holdingsand America's foremostmetal food packaging producer.
• We are rethinking how to make the metal food can through increasedrecycled content,modern process overhauls,renewable energy procurement, and other innovative practices.

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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