Production Management Trainee - Menomonee Falls, WI

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Job summary

A leading company in the metal food packaging industry is seeking a Production Management Trainee in Menomonee Falls, WI. This role involves comprehensive training in production management, with a focus on manufacturing processes and supervisory responsibilities. Ideal candidates will have a technical background and strong communication skills, as well as a passion for sustainability and operational efficiency. Exceptional benefits package included.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off and holidays

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in manufacturing operations.
• 1+ years of supervisory experience preferred.
• Familiarity with complex manufacturing systems is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Complete the Production Management Development Program.
• Assist plant management with daily operations and staff supervision.
• Manage production throughput while adhering to safety procedures.

Skills

Technical skills

Mechanical aptitude

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in engineering or manufacturing

Job description

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Job Description

Job Description

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Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.

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

Annual salary based on experience, education, unique skills, performance, labor market conditions, and job location.

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 principles 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.

Auto req ID

447932BR

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Job_Category

Management

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

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.

1 or more years ofsupervisory experience, preferablyin amanufacturing environment.

Strongproblem-solving skills,critical thinking, andattention to detail.

Ability tomulti-task, work under pressure, and act quickly in afast-paced environment.

Who We Are

Silgan Containersis the largest subsidiary of Silgan 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.

City*

Menomonee Falls

State*

Wisconsin

Job Code

Manufacturing Manufacturing

Affiliate Sponsor

Silgan Containers

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Internship

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Marketing, Public Relations, and Writing/Editing

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