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Job Description
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.
Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.
Join Silgan’s Production Management Development Program 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 strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, machinery, plant operations, and supervisory roles.
What We Offer You
Annual salary based on experience, education, unique skills, performance, labor market conditions, and job location.
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 a 401k retirement savings with a company match.
Paid time off and paid holidays.
What You Bring
A can do, will do attitude with strong technical skills and mechanical aptitude.
Effective communication skills, both oral and written.
Previous management experience that serves as a foundation for developing the skills needed to oversee manufacturing operations, drive production teams, and deliver on output goals.
Experience working in busy production environments, with familiarity in complex manufacturing systems preferred.
Ability to thrive in a constantly evolving manufacturing environment while maintaining efficiency and achieving production goals.
What You’ll Do
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
474692BR
Minimum Education Required
High School/GED
Job_Category
Training
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
We Need You To Have:
High school diploma or GED required. Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred in an engineering or manufacturing field.
At least two years of experience in manufacturing operations, including working with a variety of machinery and tools.
One or more years of supervisory experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
Demonstrated ability to solve problems, think critically, and maintain attention to detail.
Ability to multitask, work under pressure, and act quickly in a dynamic environment.
Who We Are
Silgan Containers is the largest subsidiary of Silgan Holdings and America’s foremost metal food packaging producer.
We are rethinking how to make the metal food can through increased recycled content, modern process overhauls, renewable energy procurement, and other innovative practices.
City*
Hammond
State*
Indiana
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.
Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.
Join Silgan’s Production Management Development Program 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 strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, machinery, plant operations, and supervisory roles.
What We Offer You
Annual salary based on experience, education, unique skills, performance, labor market conditions, and job location.
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 a 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.
What You Bring
A can do, will do attitude with strong technical skills and mechanical aptitude.
Effective communication skills, both oral and written.
Previous management experience that serves as a foundation for developing the skills needed to oversee manufacturing operations, drive production teams, and deliver on output goals.
Experience working in busy production environments, with familiarity in complex manufacturing systems preferred.
Ability to thrive in a constantly evolving manufacturing environment while maintaining efficiency and achieving production goals.
What You’ll Do
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
474692BR
Minimum Education Required
High School/GED
Job_Category
Training
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
We Need You To Have:
High school diploma or GED required. Associate or Bachelor’s degree preferred in an engineering or manufacturing field.
At least two years of experience in manufacturing operations, including working with a variety of machinery and tools.
One or more years of supervisory experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
Demonstrated ability to solve problems, think critically, and maintain attention to detail.
Ability to multitask, work under pressure, and act quickly in a dynamic environment.
Who We Are
Silgan Containers is the largest subsidiary of Silgan Holdings and America’s foremost metal food packaging producer.
We are rethinking how to make the metal food can through increased recycled content, modern process overhauls, renewable energy procurement, and other innovative practices.
City*
Hammond
State*
Indiana
Job Code
Manufacturing Manufacturing
Affiliate Sponsor
Silgan Containers