Production Worker - Ft. Dodge, IA

VetJobs; Fort Dodge (IA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k match

Vacation & personal time from day one

10 paid holidays annually

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Silgan Containers in Fort Dodge, IA is seeking a production operator to operate and monitor semi-automated equipment, ensuring smooth material feeds and safe operation. You will perform palletizing tasks, assist with manufacturing operations, and receive training to become a Certified Forklift Driver, Palletizer Operator, and Packaging Operator, with growth milestones achievable.

Founded as America's largest metal food can producer, Silgan emphasizes safety, training, and community involvement

Qualifications

• Minimum education: High School/GED.
• Training to become Forklift Driver/Paletletizer/Packaging Operator.

Responsibilities

• Operate and monitor semi-automated production equipment, ensuring efficient machine operation and accurate material feeds into equipment.
• Perform palletizing tasks using semi-automated palletizer equipment, efficiently stacking finished products on pallets to meet production needs and safety standards.
• Assist with various manufacturing operations tasks, including clean-up duties, part sorting, and acting as a relief operator when necessary.
• Receive training to become a Certified Forklift Driver, Palletizer Operator, and Packaging Operator, achieving ongoing growth and development milestones within the role.
• Contribute to additional production tasks as assigned by management, helping maintain a smooth and safe manufacturing process.

Education

High School/GED

Job description

Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers.

What We Offer You

Starting wage of $21.64 per hour

Starting pay is $21.64 per hour. Additional overtime is offered, as needed.

Comprehensive benefit coverage for medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs, plus ADD and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability.

Add-on benefits include pet insurance, wellness programs for diabetes and hypertension, online workouts, and more.

Automatic 401k enrollment with a company match.

You’ll start earning vacation and personal time on your first day.

10 paid holidays annually.

Quarterly safety rewards are available.

Allowance for prescription safety glasses.

Steel-toed boots are not required.

We invest in you with training, classes, and tuition reimbursement to grow your skills.

Opportunities for community outreach and volunteering including food drives.

Your safety is our priority, and we take the necessary steps to protect our employees. This is reflected in the success of our “Drive to Zero Injuries” initiative.

Ft. Dodge matched 100 percent of its electricity with renewable energy in 2023.

What You’ll Do

Operate and monitor semi-automated production equipment, ensuring efficient machine operation and accurate material feeds into equipment.

Perform palletizing tasks using semi-automated palletizer equipment, efficiently stacking finished products on pallets to meet production needs and safety standards.

Assist with various manufacturing operations tasks, including clean-up duties, part sorting, and acting as a relief operator when necessary.

Receive training to become a Certified Forklift Driver, Palletizer Operator, and Packaging Operator, achieving ongoing growth and development milestones within the role.

Contribute to additional production tasks as assigned by management, helping maintain a smooth and safe manufacturing process.

Auto req ID

483320BR

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

We need you to have:

• “can do, will do” attitude.
• The ability to read and follow verbal and written instructions.

Who We Are

America's largest metal food packaging producer, dedicated to sustainability and innovation.

Silgan Containers is rethinking how to make the metal food can through increased recycled content, modern process overhauls, renewable energy procurement, and other innovative practices.

City*

Ft. Dodge

State*

Iowa

Job_Category

Manufacturing

Job Code

Manufacturing Manufacturing

Affiliate Sponsor

Silgan Containers