Production Management Trainee - Ft. Dodge, IA

MSCCN; Fort Dodge (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Silgan Containers is seeking a Production Management Trainee in Fort Dodge, IA to develop supervisory skills in a structured eight- to ten-month program. Trainees gain experience supervising production, planning and operating a range of machinery across union and nonunion plants.

The program includes comprehensive training, mentorship, and exposure to daily plant operations, safety procedures, and continuous improvement methods, with opportunities for advancement into operations leadership.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate or bachelor’s preferred.
• Two+ years in manufacturing or production operations with setup, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
• One year of supervisory or leadership experience in a manufacturing or production environment, with a track record of improving team performance and meeting production goals.

Responsibilities

• Build your skills through our structured training program, which runs for approximately eight to ten months and develops your expertise in supervising production, managing daily production processes, and working with a range of machinery in union and nonunion plants.
• Assist plant management with daily plant operations, including staff supervision, production planning, and equipment management.
• Apply statistical process methods and gain experience using basic quality tools like diagrams, flow charts, run charts, and 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.

Skills

Leadership

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree (Engineering/Manufacturing/Industrial Technology)

Bachelor's degree (Engineering/Manufacturing/Industrial Technology)

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.

Silgan Containers is seeking a Production Management Development Trainee in Fort Dodge, IA

Join Silgan’s Production Management Development Programand gain the skills and experience you need to excel in operations management at one of the largest metal food container manufacturing companiesin thefood packaging industry.

This program offers comprehensivetechnical trainingto prepare you for key roles in production management, ensuring you have a strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, machinery, plant operations, andsupervisory roles.

Why Silgan:

• Competitive pay with annual merit increases
• Career growth with continuing education and opportunities for advancement intokey positions like operations supervisory roles,manufacturing management positions, and plant management.
• A stable and reliable company that prioritizes sustainability and cares about the health of the environment and its employees.
• A comprehensivebenefits package, includingmedical,dental,vision,life insurance, disability, and401k retirement savingswith a company match.
• Paid time offandpaid holidays.
• Additional benefits include pet insurance,telemedicine, and health programs forweight loss, diabetes, hypertension management, and more.
• Multipleplant locationsacross the US offer flexibility and opportunities to grow your career in different regions atunion and nonunion plants.

What You Will Do as a Production Management Trainee:

• Build your skills through our structured training program, which runs for approximately eight to ten months and develops your expertise in supervising production, managing daily production processes, and working with a range of machinery in union and nonunion plants.
• Assist plant management with dailyplant operations, includingstaff supervision,production planning, andequipment management.
• Applystatistical process methods and gain experience using basic quality tools like diagrams, flow charts, run charts, and 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.

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

What You Bring:

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, or related field preferred.
• Two or more years of experience in manufacturing or production operations, including setup, troubleshooting, and maintenance of machinery and equipment.
• One or more years of supervisory or leadership experience in a manufacturing or production environment, with a track record of improving team performance and meeting production goals.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, technical problem-solving ability, and commitment to safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills, with the ability to coach and motivate production teams.
• Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic manufacturing environment, multitasking while maintaining attention to detail and meeting deadlines.