Production Management Trainee — Path to Plant Leadership

Silgan Containers Manufacturing Corporation; Menomonee Falls (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual merit raises

Career growth opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

Pet insurance

Telemedicine

Health programs

Job summary

Silgan Containers Manufacturing Corporation in Menomonee Falls, WI, invites driven individuals to join its Production Management Development Program as a trainee. The program delivers hands-on experience in supervising production, planning daily operations, and working with diverse machinery in both union and nonunion plants.

You will gain practical exposure to standard operating procedures, quality tools, and safety practices while developing leadership and teamwork skills in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Build your skills through a structured training program, running for approximately eight to ten months, developing expertise in supervising production and managing daily processes.
• Assist plant management with daily operations, including staff supervision, production planning, and equipment management.
• Apply statistical process methods and gain experience using basic quality tools to optimize production (diagrams, flow charts, run charts, control charts).
• 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

Communication

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, or related field

Job description

Silgan Containers Manufacturing Corporation in Menomonee Falls, WI, invites driven individuals to join its Production Management Development Program as a trainee. The program delivers hands-on experience in supervising production, planning daily operations, and working with diverse machinery in both union and nonunion plants.

You will gain practical exposure to standard operating procedures, quality tools, and safety practices while developing leadership and teamwork skills in a fast-paced