Production Associate

Silgan Containers•Fort Dodge, IA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Join our manufacturing team in Fort Dodge, Iowa, and enjoy competitive pay, great benefits, paid time off from day one, and training to develop your skills in machine operation, packaging, palletizing, and more. No advanced manufacturing experience required—just a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn! Silgan Containers is hiring Production Associates to join our manufacturing team in Fort Dodge, IA. If you are dependable, motivated, and ready to learn new skills, this is an opportunity to start or grow your career in a stable manufacturing environment. As a Production Associate, you will operate and monitor semi-automated production equipment, assist with packaging and palletizing, and help keep our manufacturing operations running safely and efficiently. No advanced manufacturing experience is required to get started—we provide training and opportunities to develop valuable, in-demand skills.

Requirements

A positive, dependable, and “can do, will do” attitude.
Ability to read and follow verbal and written instructions.
Willingness to learn how to operate manufacturing equipment and complete required training.
Commitment to working safely and following established production procedures.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

Manufacturing, production, machine operation, packaging, palletizing, or forklift experience is a plus, but training is provided for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

Operate and monitor semi-automated manufacturing equipment to support efficient production and consistent product quality.
Monitor machine operation and ensure materials are fed accurately into production equipment.
Operate semi-automated palletizing equipment to stack finished products safely and efficiently.
Assist with packaging, material handling, and other manufacturing production activities.
Perform clean-up duties, part sorting, and general production support tasks to maintain an organized and productive work area.
Serve as a relief operator when needed to support production line operations.
Follow established safety procedures, work instructions, and manufacturing standards.
Complete training to become a Certified Forklift Driver, Palletizer Operator, and Packaging Operator.
Develop new skills and work toward ongoing training and advancement opportunities.
Perform other production duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

Starting pay of $21.64 per hour
Overtime opportunities, as needed
Comprehensive Team Member benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), basic life insurance, and short- and long-term disability coverage
Automatic 401(k) enrollment with a company match
Vacation and personal time beginning on your first day
10 paid holidays annually
Quarterly safety rewards
Prescription safety glasses allowance
Steel-toed boots are not required
Pet insurance and wellness programs, including diabetes and hypertension support
Online workout programs and additional wellness resources
Training, educational classes, and tuition reimbursement to help you advance your career
Opportunities to participate in community outreach and volunteer activities, including food drives
A strong commitment to employee safety through our Drive to Zero Injuries initiative