Future Plant Leader: Production Management Trainee

Silgan Containers; Napoleon (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Silgan Containers in Napoleon, Ohio, is seeking a Production Management Trainee for our Manufacturing Leadership Development Program. This on-site, full-time role develops future leaders for operations management, production supervision, and plant leadership at a major metal packaging manufacturer.

Participants gain hands-on training in supervising production, planning, equipment management, and quality control, with opportunities for advancement to supervisory and plant management roles.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Engineering / Manufacturing preferred.
• Two or more years in manufacturing or production operations.
• One or more years of supervisory or leadership experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and commitment to safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily production operations and staff.
• Support plant management with planning and equipment management.
• Apply statistical process methods and basic quality tools.
• Monitor throughput and ensure safety procedures.
• Foster positive workplace relations and training for staff.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Coaching

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate or Bachelor's in Engineering / Manufacturing

Job description

Silgan Containers in Napoleon, Ohio, is seeking a Production Management Trainee for our Manufacturing Leadership Development Program. This on-site, full-time role develops future leaders for operations management, production supervision, and plant leadership at a major metal packaging manufacturer.

Participants gain hands-on training in supervising production, planning, equipment management, and quality control, with opportunities for advancement to supervisory and plant management roles.