Production Associate - Ft. Dodge, IA

MSCCN; Fort Dodge (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Vacation and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Job summary

Silgan Containers in Fort Dodge, IA is hiring Production Associates to join our manufacturing team. You will operate and monitor semi-automated production equipment, assist with packaging and palletizing, and help keep operations safe and efficient.

No advanced experience required; we provide training. We offer starting pay of $21.64 per hour, overtime opportunities, comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match, vacation and holidays, and tuition

Qualifications

• Positive, dependable attitude and willingness to learn.
• Ability to read and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Willingness to learn how to operate manufacturing equipment and complete required training.
• Commitment to working safely and following established production procedures.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Experience in manufacturing, production, machine operation, packaging, palletizing, or forklift is a plus, but training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor semi-automated manufacturing equipment to support efficient production and consistent product quality.
• Monitor machine operation and ensure materials are fed accurately into production equipment.
• Operate semi-automated palletizing equipment to stack finished products safely and efficiently.
• Assist with packaging, material handling, and other manufacturing production activities.
• Perform clean-up duties, part sorting, and general production support tasks to maintain an organized and productive work area.
• Serve as a relief operator when needed to support production line operations.
• Follow established safety procedures, work instructions, and manufacturing standards.
• Complete training to become a Certified Forklift Driver, Palletizer Operator, and Packaging Operator.
• Develop new skills and work toward ongoing training and advancement opportunities.
• Perform other production duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Machine operation

Packaging

Palletizing

Teamwork

Tools

Forklift training

Job description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS- Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers.

Join our manufacturing team in Fort Dodge, Iowa, and enjoy competitive pay, great benefits, paid time off from day one, and training to develop your skills in machine operation, packaging, palletizing, and more. No advanced manufacturing experience required—just a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn!

Build Your Manufacturing Career with Silgan Containers! Silgan Containers is hiring Production Associates to join our manufacturing team in Fort Dodge, IA. If you are dependable, motivated, and ready to learn new skills, this is an opportunity to start or grow your career in a stable manufacturing environment.

As a Production Associate, you will operate and monitor semi-automated production equipment, assist with packaging and palletizing, and help keep our manufacturing operations running safely and efficiently. No advanced manufacturing experience is required to get started—we provide training and opportunities to develop valuable, in-demand skills.

What We Offer You

• Starting pay of $21.64 per hour
• Overtime opportunities, as needed
• Comprehensive Team Member benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), basic life insurance, and short- and long-term disability coverage
• Automatic 401(k) enrollment with a company match
• Vacation and personal time beginning on your first day
• 10 paid holidays annually
• Quarterly safety rewards
• Prescription safety glasses allowance
• Steel-toed boots are not required
• Pet insurance and wellness programs, including diabetes and hypertension support
• Online workout programs and additional wellness resources
• Training, educational classes, and tuition reimbursement to help you advance your career
• Opportunities to participate in community outreach and volunteer activities, including food drives
• A strong commitment to employee safety through our Drive to Zero Injuries initiative

What You’ll Do – Production Associate Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor semi-automated manufacturing equipment to support efficient production and consistent product quality.
• Monitor machine operation and ensure materials are fed accurately into production equipment.
• Operate semi-automated palletizing equipment to stack finished products safely and efficiently.
• Assist with packaging, material handling, and other manufacturing production activities.
• Perform clean-up duties, part sorting, and general production support tasks to maintain an organized and productive work area.
• Serve as a relief operator when needed to support production line operations.
• Follow established safety procedures, work instructions, and manufacturing standards.
• Complete training to become a Certified Forklift Driver, Palletizer Operator, and Packaging Operator.
• Develop new skills and work toward ongoing training and advancement opportunities.
• Perform other production duties as assigned by management.

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for motivated individuals who are ready to contribute to a team and learn the skills needed to succeed in a manufacturing environment.

Required Qualifications:

• A positive, dependable, and “can do, will do” attitude.
• Ability to read and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Willingness to learn how to operate manufacturing equipment and complete required training.
• Commitment to working safely and following established production procedures.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Manufacturing, production, machine operation, packaging, palletizing, or forklift experience is a plus, but training is provided for the right candidate.