Manufacturing Leadership Trainee: Production Ops

3M HEALTHCARE; Savage (MN); On-site; USD 70,300 - 89,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Pet insurance

Telemedicine

Health program (weight loss)

Diabetes management program

Hypertension management program

Job summary

Silgan Containers seeks a Production Management Development Trainee for its rotational program in Minnesota. The program trains candidates to supervise production, optimize processes, and manage equipment in both union and non‑union facilities.

You will gain hands‑on experience in daily operations and staff leadership across multiple sites. The program emphasizes safety, quality, and efficiency, with formal exposure to labor contracts, production planning, and continuous improvement using basic

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, or related field preferred.
• Two or more years of experience in manufacturing or production operations, including setup, troubleshooting, and maintenance of machinery and equipment.
• One or more years of supervisory or leadership experience in a manufacturing or production environment, with a track record of improving team performance and meeting production goals.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, technical problem-solving ability, and commitment to safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills, with the ability to coach and motivate production teams.
• Proven ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, dynamic manufacturing environment, multitasking while maintaining attention to detail and meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Build skills through the structured eight‑to‑ten‑month training program, focusing on supervising production, managing daily production processes, and operating a range of machinery in union and non‑union plants.
• Assist plant management with daily plant operations, including staff supervision, production planning, and equipment management.
• Apply statistical process methods and use basic quality tools such as diagrams, flow charts, run charts, and control charts to optimize production.
• Manage production throughput, ensuring efficient use of equipment and materials while adhering to safety procedures.
• Enforce standard operating procedures and assist with training and development of plant staff.
• Oversee teams across various locations, administer labor contracts, and foster positive workplace relations.

Job description

Silgan Containers seeks a Production Management Development Trainee for its rotational program in Minnesota. The program trains candidates to supervise production, optimize processes, and manage equipment in both union and non‑union facilities.

You will gain hands‑on experience in daily operations and staff leadership across multiple sites. The program emphasizes safety, quality, and efficiency, with formal exposure to labor contracts, production planning, and continuous improvement using basic