Production Management Trainee - SilganContainers-Careers

As a member of Silgan's Production Management Development Program, you will acquire all the necessary knowledge to assume operations management positions within the organization.

Silgan’s ideal candidate will have a can-do, will-do attitude, solid technical and mechanical aptitudes, effective communication and management skills, knowledge of complex manufacturing operations, and the ability to operate successfully within a fast-paced and dynamic production environment.

What we offer you:

• Fair and competitive salary.

• A stable, reliable, and environmentally conscious company.

• Continuing education with opportunities for advancement.

• A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.

• 401(k) retirement savings plan.

• Paid time off.

• Paid holidays.

• Add-on benefits include pet insurance, telemedicine, and specialty programs to treat diabetes, hypertension, and more.

• Choice of several plant locations where you can work.

What you’ll do:

• Complete an 8-10 month technical training program called the Production Management Development Program.

• After your training is completed, you will be able to:

• Assist upper management and supervisors with day-to-day operations.

• Apply the standards of statistical process control – SPC and basic quality tools like diagrams, flow/run/control charts, and assessment.

• Develop and train staff.

• Enforce SOPs and review standard reporting.

• Identify how to maximize production throughput.

• Manage equipment, material usage, production, and people.

• Write reports and hold discussions with plant management to learn can and end manufacturing processes and equipment.

• Apply written safety procedures, observe work areas for safety improvements, and carry out investigative processes.

• Direct and assign work.

• Administer Labor contracts in union plants.

We need you to have:

• High school diploma or GED, Associate/bachelor’s degree preferred.

• 2+ years of experience using various types of manufacturing machinery and tools.

• 1+ year of supervisory experience.

• Solid technical and mechanical aptitude.

• Organizational and management abilities.

• Efficient communication and interpersonal skills.

• Self-motivation with a results-driven approach.

• Effective problem-solving skills.

• Ability to collaborate and problem-solve.

• Sound critical thinking and attention to detail.

• Able to multitask and assist with decision-making.

Who we are:

• The largest subsidiary of Silgan Holdings and a prominent manufacturer of metal food containers in the US.

• A company that strives toward sustainability by reducing our carbon footprint, selecting like-minded suppliers, and providing recyclable products.

Salary info:

$30 - $35 / hr