Production Associate — Start Strong, Grow with Benefits

silgancontainers

Fort Dodge (IA)

On-site

USD 25,000 - 35,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Vacation & personal time from day one

10 paid holidays annually

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Silgan Containers is hiring Production Associates in Fort Dodge, IA. Start at $21.64 per hour with overtime opportunities and a full benefits package. No advanced manufacturing experience is required; training provided to develop skills in machine operation, packaging, palletizing, and more.

Join a stable manufacturing environment that emphasizes safety, continuous improvement, and career development. Benefits include medical/dental/vision, 401(k) with company match, vacation and personal time

Qualifications

A positive, dependable, and can-do attitude.
Willingness to learn how to operate manufacturing equipment and complete training.
Ability to read and follow verbal and written instructions.
Commitment to working safely and following production procedures.

Responsibilities

Operate and monitor semi-automated manufacturing equipment to support production and quality.
Monitor materials feeding and ensure accuracy in production lines.
Operate palletizing equipment to stack finished products safely and efficiently.
Assist with packaging, material handling, and other production activities.
Perform cleanup, sorting, and general production support tasks.
Serve as a relief operator to support production line operations.
Complete training to become forklift driver, palletizer operator, and packaging operator.