Production Supervisor

Silgan Containers • Hazleton, PA

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Production Supervisor – Manufacturing | Silgan Closures – Hazelton, PA Silgan Closures, a global leader in sustainable packaging, is hiring a Production Supervisor in Hazelton, PA to support and manager union employees at our fast-paced manufacturing facility. If you have experience as a production supervisor, manufacturing supervisor, or shift supervisor, this is your chance to grow your career with an industry leader. The Production Supervisor is to have a specific understanding of Silgan’s safety and manufacturing policies, procedures, practices, quality, product safety, and line technology to effectively serve as a leader and resource for all employees to obtain information, seek assistance, and obtain direction in the performance of their job responsibilities. Why Join Silgan? Location: Hazelton, Pennsylvania Competitive wage and comprehensive benefits package Employee Benefit Package includes a comprehensive employee benefits package medical, dental, vision, and wellness programs Access to virtual healthcare through a telemedicine program Optional wellness programs, including pet insurance and chronic condition support 401k retirement savings plan with a 6 percent dollar for dollar employer match 15 paid vacation days and 10 paid holidays annually Tuition assistance and professional development opportunities Why Silgan Closures? Silgan Closures is a global Fortune 500 packaging company with 109 manufacturing facilities across North and South America, Europe, and Asia. We provide sustainable metal and plastic packaging solutions for the world’s principal food, beverage, healthcare, home, and personal care brands. Join a stable, reliable, and environmentally conscious company that values its people and their contribution to the world’s food supply. Ready to grow your career as a Manufacturing Production Supervisor? Apply today and bring your expertise to a company that builds more than containers. We build careers. 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. This page is specific to Silgan Containers, Silgan Closures, Silgan Plastics, Silgan Plastics Food Containers and Silgan Specialty packaging. If you are interested in exploring opportunities with our Silgan Dispensing division, please click here Job Aid on How to Apply We are a leading worldwide manufacturer of dispensing and specialty closures for food, beverage, health care, garden, home, personal care, fragrance and beauty products. We are also a leading manufacturer of metal containers in North America and Europe, and we are the largest manufacturer of metal food containers in North America with a unit volume market share in the United States in 2021 of slightly more than half of the market. Additionally, we are a leading manufacturer of custom designed plastic containers in North America for a variety of markets, including the personal care, food, health care and household and industrial chemical markets.

Requirements

• Must have a minimum of a High School or equivalent education.
• 1-3 years’ experience in a production supervisory capacity desirable.
• Must have strong communication skills, ability to effectively influence others, and problem-solve.
• Strong Leadership skills with ability to develop others.
• Computer skills – ability to use Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience working in a Union environment
• Individuals must be able to work different shifts, weekends, and overtime.
• Limited travel required from time to time.
• Must be physically capable of walking, standing, lifting, flexing, bending, and climbing as necessary to carry out responsibilities.
• Individuals will spend the majority of the day (85% +) on the production floor – this is definitely not a sit behind the desk position.
• Work environment contains heat, cold, dust, noise, chemicals and high-speed manufacturing equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Trade School and/or education beyond High School is a plus.
• Skilled trades experience (machinist, mechanic, millwright, tool and die, electrician) or engineering experience is highly desirable.
• Seeking individuals with mechanical and technical skills/aptitude.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support union employees in the production of metal closures
• Ensure product quality, food safety compliance, and a strong safety culture
• Learn and apply SPC principles, SOPs, and productivity standards
• Manage equipment and production flow to maximize efficiency
• Develop, mentor, and assign work to employees while maintaining labor contract compliance
• Foster a positive workplace and lead with effective communication

Benefits

• Competitive wage and comprehensive benefits package
• Employee Benefit Package includes a comprehensive employee benefits package medical, dental, vision, and wellness programs
• Access to virtual healthcare through a telemedicine program
• Optional wellness programs, including pet insurance and chronic condition support
• 401k retirement savings plan with a 6 percent dollar for dollar employer match
• 15 paid vacation days and 10 paid holidays annually
• Tuition assistance and professional development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED