Future Production Manager Trainee

Silgan Containers Mfg Corp; Rochelle (IL); On-site; USD 63,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Pet insurance

Telemedicine

Job summary

Silgan Containers Mfg Corp invites experienced professionals to join its Production Management Development Program (PMDP) as a Production Management Trainee. You will gain hands-on operations leadership, learn SPC practices, and progress to support senior management in fast-paced manufacturing environments.

We offer comprehensive benefits, continuous education opportunities, and multiple plant locations. Ideal candidates bring a strong mechanical aptitude, supervisory experience, and a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required or equivalent.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree is preferred.
• 2+ years of experience using various manufacturing machinery and tools.
• 1+ year of supervisory experience.
• Solid technical and mechanical aptitude.
• Strong organizational and management abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivation with a results-driven approach.
• Good problem-solving abilities and collaborative mindset.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Complete a 3–6 month technical training program (PMDP).
• Assist upper management and supervisors with day-to-day operations.
• Apply SPC and quality tools like diagrams, flow/run/control charts.
• Develop and train staff.
• Enforce SOPs and review standard reporting.
• Identify ways to maximize production throughput.
• Manage equipment, material usage, production and people.
• Write reports and discuss with plant management.
• Observe safety procedures and drive safety improvements.
• Direct and assign work and administer labor contracts in union plants.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Problem solving

Multitasking

Decision making

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate/Bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Manufacturing machinery & tools

Job description

Silgan Containers Mfg Corp invites experienced professionals to join its Production Management Development Program (PMDP) as a Production Management Trainee. You will gain hands-on operations leadership, learn SPC practices, and progress to support senior management in fast-paced manufacturing environments.

We offer comprehensive benefits, continuous education opportunities, and multiple plant locations. Ideal candidates bring a strong mechanical aptitude, supervisory experience, and a