Production Management Trainee - Ft. Madison, IA

MSCCN; Fort Madison (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Annual merit increases

Health, dental, vision, life insurance

Disability benefits

401k retirement savings with company 匹

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Pet insurance

Telemedicine

Weight management programs

Job summary

Silgan Containers is offering a Production Management Development Trainee program in Fort Madison, IA. The role trains participants to supervise production, manage daily processes, and work with various machinery in both union and nonunion plants.

Participants gain hands-on experience while preparing for operations management roles. The program runs approximately eight to ten months, with emphasis on production throughput, safety procedures, and staff development.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; degrees in Engineering/Manufacturing preferred.
• 2+ years in manufacturing or production operations, with setup, troubleshooting and maintenance experience.
• At least 1 year in supervision or leadership in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Build skills through an eight to ten month structured training program in supervising production and managing daily processes.
• Assist plant management with staff supervision, production planning, and equipment management.
• Apply statistical process methods and basic quality tools to optimize production and ensure safe operations.
• Oversee labor contracts and foster positive workplace relations across multiple locations.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Mechanical aptitude

Safety

Organization

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Manufacturing

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 toVeterans, 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 Madison, IA

Join Silgan’s Production Management Development Programand gain the skills and 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 in production management, ensuring you have a strong knowledge ofmanufacturing 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.