Production Management Trainee

Silgan Containers Corp; Burlington (IA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in metal food packaging is seeking a Production Management Trainee to join its dynamic team. This role offers a unique opportunity to participate in a comprehensive development program, equipping you with essential skills in production supervision and operations management. You will gain hands-on experience with manufacturing processes and machinery, ensuring operational efficiency while fostering a positive work environment. The company values sustainability and employee well-being, providing a stable career path with opportunities for growth and advancement. If you are ready to take on challenges in a fast-paced environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401k Retirement Savings with Company Match

Pet Insurance

Telemedicine

Programs for Diabetes Management

Programs for Hypertension Management

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing operations with hands-on machinery use.
• 1+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Complete an 8-to-10-month Production Management Development Program.
• Assist with daily plant operations, including staff supervision and production planning.

Skills

Technical Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Effective Communication

Problem-Solving Skills

Critical Thinking

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree in Engineering or Manufacturing

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Manufacturing

Tools

Manufacturing Machinery

Statistical Process Tools

Job description

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Production Management Trainee

Apply remote type On Site locations Burlington, Iowa time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id R3847

Join Silgan’s Production Management Development Program and gain the skills and hands-on experience you need to excel in operations management at one of the largest metal food container manufacturing companies in the food packaging industry. This program offers comprehensive technical training to prepare you for key roles within production management, ensuring you’re well-versed in manufacturing processes, manufacturing machinery, plant operations, and supervisory roles.

What We Offer You:

• Excellent salary. Salary is considered using various factors such as years of experience, education level, certifications, unique skills, and market conditions.
• Career growth with continuing education and opportunities for advancement into key positions like operations supervisory roles, manufacturing management positions, and plant management.
• A stable, reliable, and environmentally conscious company that values sustainability and employee well-being.
• A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401k retirement savings with a company match.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Add-on benefits such as pet insurance, telemedicine, and programs for diabetes and hypertension management.
• Multiple plant locations across the US, offering flexibility and opportunities to grow your career in different regions, at union and non-union plants.

What You Bring:

• A can-do, will-do attitude with strong technical skills and mechanical aptitude.
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written.
• Management experience to develop the ability to oversee manufacturing operations, production teams, and ensure effective coordination of workers while meeting production goals.
• Experience in dynamic production environments. Working with complex manufacturing systems is preferred.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic work environment while ensuring operational efficiency and meeting production goals.

What You’ll Do:

• Complete our 8-to-10-month Production Management Development Program, designed to develop your expertise in production supervision, managing manufacturing operations, and using various types of manufacturing machinery in both union and non-union plants.
• Assist plant management with daily plant operations, including staff supervision, production planning, and equipment management.
• Apply statistical process principles and basic quality tools like diagrams and flow-run-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.

We Need You To Have:

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred in an engineering or manufacturing field.
• 2 or more years of experience in manufacturing operations with hands-on experience using various types of manufacturing machinery and tools.
• 1 or more years of supervisory experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask, work under pressure, and act quickly in a fast-paced environment.

Who We Are:

• Silgan Containers is the largest subsidiary of Silgan Holdings and America’s foremost metal food packaging producer.
• We are rethinking how to make the metal food can through increased recycled content, modern process overhauls, renewable energy procurement, and other innovative practices.