Mechanic Training Program - Production Operator

silgancontainers; Fort Dodge (IA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation & holidays

Job summary

Silgan Containers is hiring a Mechanic Trainee / Production Operator to start as a Production Operator and build the skills needed for a Mechanic role. You will receive hands-on training and the opportunity to advance with strong performance.

Starting pay is competitive and progress to higher pay is provided after successful completion of the training program. This role emphasizes safety, on-the-job learning, and internal growth within the company.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Mechanical aptitude or an interest in hands-on technical work.
• Willingness to learn manufacturing equipment and mechanical maintenance.
• Ability to follow instructions and work responsibly.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Commitment to workplace safety.
• Ability to learn and operate a forklift or other material-handling equipment.
• Ability to complete Battery X Mechanic assessment within six months.

Responsibilities

• Learn to set up, start up, operate, and monitor manufacturing equipment.
• Assist with routine maintenance on assigned machines under supervision.
• Learn proper machine changeover procedures.
• Assist with equipment shutdown and startup procedures.
• Participate in equipment overhaul and maintenance activities.
• Develop knowledge of mechanical tools, equipment, and manufacturing processes.
• Identify and report equipment problems or unusual conditions.
• Complete maintenance and production documentation accurately.
• Follow safe work practices including LOTO, PPE, heights, confined spaces, hazardous materials.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Willingness to learn

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Hand tools

Job description

Mechanic Trainee / Production Operator - Build a Career, Not Just a Job

Ready to turn your mechanical interest into a rewarding career? Start as a Production Operator and build the skills you need to advance into a Mechanic role! At Silgan Containers , we believe in promoting from within and investing in our employees. This position gives you the opportunity to earn $28.24 per hour while receiving hands-on, on-the-job training in a manufacturing environment.

For employees who demonstrate strong performance, mechanical aptitude, and successfully complete the required training and testing, pay increases to $32.46 per hour upon completion of the Mechanic training program. In many cases, advancement to a Mechanic role can happen in as little as six months .

If you're mechanically inclined, dependable, eager to learn, and looking for a company where you can build a long-term career, this could be your opportunity to get your foot in the door and grow with us.

Why Join Silgan?

• $28.24/hour starting pay
• Increase to $32.46/hour after successful completion of the Mechanic training program and testing requirements
• Paid on-the-job training and opportunities to develop valuable mechanical skills
• Overtime opportunities
• Shift differential for eligible permanent night-shift positions
• Opportunities for career advancement and promotion from within
• Tuition reimbursement and ongoing employee training
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Company-paid life and AD&D insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) with an automatic 3% company match
• Two weeks of paid vacation during your first year
• 10 paid holidays annually
• Telemedicine and wellness programs
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discounts and pet insurance
• Safety glasses allowance
• Steel-toed boots are not required
• Access to an on-site fitness center
• Catered employee appreciation meals
• Community volunteer opportunities and plant-wide events
• A strong commitment to safety through our Drive to Zero Injuries initiative

What You'll Learn & Do

As a Mechanic Trainee / Production Operator, you'll gain hands-on experience with manufacturing equipment while learning from experienced team members.

You’ll have the opportunity to:

• Learn to set up, start up, operate, and monitor manufacturing equipment
• Assist with routine maintenance on assigned machines under supervision
• Learn proper machine changeover procedures
• Assist with equipment shutdown and startup procedures
• Participate in equipment overhaul and maintenance activities
• Develop your knowledge of mechanical tools, equipment, and manufacturing processes
• Learn to identify and report equipment problems or unusual conditions
• Complete maintenance and production documentation accurately
• Learn and follow safe work practices, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), PPE, working at heights, confined-space procedures, and hazardous-material handling
• Operate or learn to operate forklifts and other lifting equipment
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area

The goal is simple: learn the equipment, build your mechanical skills, prove yourself, and advance your career.

What We're Looking For

You don't have to be a seasoned mechanic to succeed here. If you have mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn, we'll help you develop the skills.

Successful candidates will have:

• A High School Diploma or equivalent
• Mechanical aptitude or an interest in hands-on technical work
• A willingness to learn manufacturing equipment and mechanical maintenance
• The ability to follow instructions and work responsibly
• Strong attention to detail
• A commitment to workplace safety
• The ability to learn and operate a forklift or other material-handling equipment
• The ability to successfully complete the Battery X Mechanic assessment within six months

Physical Requirements

• Stand for extended periods
• Kneel, stoop, squat, crawl, and work in various positions while learning and performing maintenance tasks
• Use hand tools and assist with machine adjustments
• Demonstrate adequate hand-eye coordination
• Distinguish minor variations in materials and machine components
• Safely handle tools and equipment as required

Build Your Future With Silgan

Silgan Containers is America's largest metal food packaging producer. We play an important role in the food supply chain and are committed to creating quality products while building a safe, sustainable workplace.

We are also committed to sustainability, including reducing our carbon footprint, increasing renewable energy use, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and diverting waste from landfills.

Mechanically inclined? We want to meet you!

Whether you have experience working on cars, machines, tools, farm equipment, or other hands-on projects - or you're simply someone who loves learning how things work - this is your opportunity to turn that interest into a career.

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