Manufacturing Operations Leadership Trainee

Silgan Containers Manufacturing Corporation

Town of Plover (WI)

On-site

USD 48,000 - 62,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision
Life Insurance
401k with company match
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Pet insurance
Telemedicine
Wellness programs

Job summary

Silgan Containers Manufacturing Corporation in Plover, WI, is seeking a Production Management Trainee to join its development program. You will gain hands-on experience supervising production, coordinating daily operations, and using basic quality tools to optimize processes in both union and nonunion plants.

The program emphasizes safety, efficiency, and leadership, with structured training over several months and opportunities for advancement into supervisory and management roles within the

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED required; Associate or Bachelor's degree preferred.
  • Two or more years of experience in manufacturing or production operations, including setup, troubleshooting, and maintenance of machinery.
  • One or more years of supervisory or leadership experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
  • 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 your skills through our structured training program, which runs for approximately eight to ten months and develops your expertise in supervising production, managing daily production processes, and working with a range of machinery in union and nonunion plants.
  • Assist plant management with daily plant operations, including staff supervision, production planning, and equipment management.
  • Apply statistical process methods and gain experience using basic quality tools like 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 developing plant staff.
  • Oversee teams in various locations, administering labor contracts and fostering positive workplace relations.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude
Problem solving
Safety awareness
Quality focus
Time management

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree

Job description

Silgan Containers Manufacturing Corporation in Plover, WI, is seeking a Production Management Trainee to join its development program. You will gain hands-on experience supervising production, coordinating daily operations, and using basic quality tools to optimize processes in both union and nonunion plants.

The program emphasizes safety, efficiency, and leadership, with structured training over several months and opportunities for advancement into supervisory and management roles within the

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