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ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps.
Silgan Containers is seeking a Production Management Development Trainee. Join Silgan’s Production Management Development Program at our Breinigsville, PA plant and gain the skills and experience you need to excel in operations management at one of the largest metal food container manufacturing companies in the food packaging industry.
This program offers comprehensive technical training to prepare you for key roles in production management, ensuring you have a strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, machinery, plant operations, and supervisory roles.
Why Silgan:
Excellent pay with annual merit increases.
Career growth with continuing education and opportunities for advancement into key positions like operations supervisory roles, manufacturing management positions, and plant management.
A stable and reliable company that prioritizes sustainability and cares about the health of the environment and its employees.
A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, and 401k retirement savings with a company match.
Paid time off and paid holidays.
Additional benefits include pet insurance, telemedicine, and health programs for weight loss, diabetes, hypertension management, and more.
Multiple plant locations across the US offer flexibility and opportunities to grow your career in different regions at union and nonunion plants.
What You Will Do as a Production Management Trainee:
Build your skills through our structured training program, which runs for approximately eight to ten months and develops your expertise in supervising production, managing daily production processes, and working with a range of machinery in union and nonunion plants.
Assist plant management with daily plant operations, including staff supervision, production planning, and equipment management.
Apply statistical process methods and gain experience using basic quality tools like diagrams, flow charts, run charts, and control charts to optimize production.
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.
Auto req ID
481888BR
Minimum Education Required
High School/GED
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
What You Bring:
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.
City*
Breinigsville
State*
Pennsylvania
Job_Category
Management
Job Code
Manufacturing Manufacturing
Affiliate Sponsor
Silgan Containers
ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps.
Silgan Containers is seeking a Production Management Development Trainee. Join Silgan’s Production Management Development Program at our Breinigsville, PA plant and gain the skills and experience you need to excel in operations management at one of the largest metal food container manufacturing companies in the food packaging industry.
This program offers comprehensive technical training to prepare you for key roles in production management, ensuring you have a strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, machinery, plant operations, and supervisory roles.
Why Silgan:
Excellent pay with annual merit increases.
Career growth with continuing education and opportunities for advancement into key positions like operations supervisory roles, manufacturing management positions, and plant management.
A stable and reliable company that prioritizes sustainability and cares about the health of the environment and its employees.
A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, and 401k retirement savings with a company match.
Paid time off and paid holidays.
Additional benefits include pet insurance, telemedicine, and health programs for weight loss, diabetes, hypertension management, and more.
Multiple plant locations across the US offer flexibility and opportunities to grow your career in different regions at union and nonunion plants.
What You Will Do as a Production Management Trainee:
Build your skills through our structured training program, which runs for approximately eight to ten months and develops your expertise in supervising production, managing daily production processes, and working with a range of machinery in union and nonunion plants.
Assist plant management with daily plant operations, including staff supervision, production planning, and equipment management.
Apply statistical process methods and gain experience using basic quality tools like diagrams, flow charts, run charts, and control charts to optimize production.
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.
Auto req ID
481888BR
Minimum Education Required
High School/GED
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
What You Bring:
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.
City*
Breinigsville
State*
Pennsylvania
Job_Category
Management
Job Code
Manufacturing Manufacturing
Affiliate Sponsor
Silgan Containers