Production Management Trainee

Silgan Containers Corp; Hammond (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Silgan Containers Corp seeks a Production Management Trainee to join their comprehensive Management Development Program in Hammond, Indiana. This role provides the unique opportunity to gain skills in operations management, ensuring effective manufacturing processes and fostering a culture of safety and sustainability within the company. Ideal candidates should have a strong technical background and experience in dynamic production environments, ready to lead teams and manage manufacturing operations successfully.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision insurance plans

401k Retirement Savings Plan with company match

Tuition assistance for continuing education

Paid vacation and holidays

Career growth and learning opportunities

Community outreach and volunteering opportunities

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in manufacturing operations.
• 1 year or more of supervisory experience.
• Hands-on experience with various types of manufacturing machinery.

Responsibilities

• Complete an 8-to-10-month Development Program focusing on production supervision and operations management.
• Assist plant management with daily operations, including staff supervision and production planning.
• Enforce standard operating procedures and assist with training plant staff.

Skills

Technical Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Education

High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

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Production Management Trainee

Apply remote type On Site locations Hammond, Indiana time type Full time posted on Posted 30+ Days Ago job requisition id R4721

Join Silgan’sProduction Management Development Programand gain the skills and hands-on experience you need to excel inoperations managementat one of the largestmetal food container manufacturing companiesin thefood packaging industry. This program offers comprehensivetechnical trainingto prepare you for key roles withinproduction management, ensuring you’re well-versed inmanufacturing processes,manufacturing machinery, plant operations, andsupervisory 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 intokey positions like operations supervisory roles,manufacturing management positions, and plant management.
• A stable, reliable, and environmentally conscious company that valuessustainabilityandemployee well-being.
• A comprehensivebenefits package, includingmedical,dental,vision,life insurance, and401k retirement savingswith a company match.
• Paid time offandpaid holidays.
• Add-on benefits such aspet insurance,telemedicine, and programs fordiabetesandhypertension management.
• Multipleplant locationsacross the US, offering flexibility and opportunities to grow your career in different regions, atunion and non-union plants.

What You Bring:

• A can-do, will-do attitude with strongtechnicalskills andmechanical aptitude.
• Effectivecommunicationskills, both oral and written.
• Management experienceto develop the ability to overseemanufacturing operations,production teams, and ensure effective coordination of workers while meeting production goals.
• Experience in dynamic production environments. Working withcomplex manufacturing systemsis preferred.
• Ability to thrive in adynamic work environmentwhile ensuringoperational efficiencyand meetingproduction goals.

What You’ll Do:

• Complete our 8-to-10-monthProduction Management Development Program, designed to develop your expertise inproduction supervision,managing manufacturing operations, and using various types ofmanufacturing machineryin both unionandnon-union plants.
• Assist plant management with dailyplant operations, includingstaff supervision,production planning, andequipment management.
• Applystatistical process principals and basic quality tools like diagrams, flow-run-control charts, to optimize production.
• Manageproduction throughput, ensuring efficient use of equipment and materials while adhering tosafety procedures.
• Enforcestandard 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 inan engineering ormanufacturing field.
• 2 or more years of experience inmanufacturing operationswith hands-on experience using various types ofmanufacturing machineryand tools.
• 1or more years ofsupervisory experience, preferablyin amanufacturing environment.
• Strongproblem-solving skills,critical thinking, andattention to detail.
• Ability tomultitask, work under pressure, and act quickly in afast-paced environment.

Who We Are:

• Silgan Containersis the largest subsidiary ofSilgan Holdingsand America’s foremostmetal food packaging producer.
• We are rethinking how to make the metal food can through increasedrecycled content,modern process overhauls,renewable energy procurement, and other innovative practices.

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LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.

Silgan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or the presence of a disability, which would not prevent the performance of essential job duties with, or without reasonable accommodation of any other protective status.

Silgan is a drug-free workplace.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, prescription insurance plans, and other voluntary benefits.
• 401k Retirement Savings Plan.
• Tuition assistance.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• A culture of development, growth, and advancement.
• Opportunities for community outreach and volunteering.

Who we are:

• The largest subsidiary of Silgan Holdings and a foremost manufacturer of metal food containers in the US.
• A stable, environmentally conscious, and publicly traded company.
• A company that strives toward sustainability by reducing our carbon footprint, selecting like-minded suppliers, and providing recyclable products.
• Silgan Containers has set sustainability targets through 2030 to source more renewable energy, reduce our greenhouse gas emissions, and divert our waste from landfill to foster environmental stewardship.
• An employer who cares about your safety, which means we do what's needed to protect our employees, and that's reflected in our "Drive to Zero Injuries" initiative results.