Salary is based on experience.

Perks :

Vacation starts accruing upon the hire date

Health, Dental, Vision

Company-paid life and STD

401K (Eligible in 3 months upon hire) with an employer percentage match

Many elective insurance options

Tuition Reimbursement

Safety Glasses Reimbursement

Safety Shoe Reimbursement

A. POSITION PURPOSE :

Complete a Production Management Development Program (PMDP) training program in order to become Production Supervisor in our high-speed manufacturing facilities across the country.

This program provides an introduction to closure manufacturing that will serve as a foundation throughout the employee's careers with Silgan.

This is a hands-on position that is heavily engaged in day-to-day production activities, manufacturing billions of metal closures on an annual basis.

Individuals in the PMDP will work with experienced employees to learn to operate, maintain and adjust all production equipment.

Upon completion of the PMDP, Production Supervisors are expected to effectively supervise assigned employees to efficiently produce a high-quality product.

Silgan is committed to the progression of its employees and has a history of career employees who continue to experience challenging and rewarding careers.

Further advancement opportunities depend on individual leadership, management ability and the capacity to assume greater responsibility.

B. SUBORDINATE STRUCTURE AND FUNCTIONS :

Number of employees supervised : 10-35

Non / Exempt positions that report to this position : Hourly production, maintenance and quality employees

C. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

1. Required to learn, understand and positively impact safety, quality, standard operating procedures, employee relations and continuous improvement

2. Safety - Train / enforce on safety procedures / rules. Active involvement in employee safety, equipment guarding and ensuring overall safe workplace

3. Quality - Apply SPC principles and basic quality tools (i.e. diagrams, flow / run / control charts, analysis, etc.)

4. Standard Operating Procedures - Understand, use and train employees on SOPs. Must have the ability to lead manufacturing unit through use of SOPs

5. Employee Relations - Develop effective communication skills that enable the ability to direct / assign work assignments in compliance with the collective bargaining agreement and cultivate a positive work environment.

Supervisors are expected to develop and mentor employees

6. Continuous Improvement - Foster an environment conducive to achieving continuous improvement / lead objectives. Develop ability to operate in a lean manufacturing environment using 5S and other continuous improvement tools

7. All other duties as assigned

Education and Experience :

High school diploma or equivalent education

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

Mechanical and technical skills / aptitude

Strong communication skills, ability to effectively influence others, and problem solve

Must be self-motivated and work well with little to no supervisor

Strong leadership skills with ability to develop others

Performance management

Statistical knowledge

Computer skills - ability to use Microsoft Office Suite

Visual mechanics (blue prints and descriptions)

E. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Trade school and / or education

Skilled trades (machinist, mechanic, millwright, tool and die, electrician) or engineering experience

Prior experience in a production supervisory capacity

Highly desirable for candidates have the ability to relocate following successful completion of PMDP

F. SUPERVISION RECEIVED :

Works under the general direction of the Department Manager

G. PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

Individuals must be able to work different shifts, weekends, and overtime.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, lift, flex, bend, and climb.

The ability to see, hear, smell, touch and speak is critical to this job. Physical dexterity requirements of the job include the use of a telephone, computer / electronic equipment, and the ability to manipulate small objects.

Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

The mental efforts required on a daily basis include those related to reading, writing, basic arithmetic, mathematics, weighing and / or measuring, visualizing conclusions, analyzing data, searching for solutions, creating methodologies, conducting research, managing resources, and evaluating the performance of others.

H. WORK ENVIRONMENT :

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level of the work environment is loud, requiring ear protection. The condition of the air contains heat, cold, dust, chemicals and high-speed manufacturing equipment.

The surface on which work is performed is level. Approximately 6 hours per day are spent working under time pressures, while approximately 2 hours per day are spent working rapidly.

80% of the time is spent working on the production floor. 100% of the time is spent indoors. Limited travel.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.

Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.

Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and / or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.

Continued employment remains on an "at-will" basis.

Silgan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or the presence of a disability, which would not prevent the performance of essential job duties with, or without reasonable accommodation of any other protective status.

Silgan is a drug-free workplace.

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Last updated : 2024-05-12