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Quality Production Associate - Kenosha, WI
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In this role, you'll receive hands-on training across multiple production functions, including machine operation, lift truck operation, and quality inspection. This cross-training provides valuable experience, increases your versatility, supports the needs of the business, and creates opportunities for career growth within our manufacturing team. Production Quality Associate Silgan Containers – Kenosha, WI Starting Pay: $25.70 per hour + Shift Differential + Bonus Opportunity + Excellent Benefits
Join Silgan Containers, a leader in sustainable manufacturing and America's largest producer of metal food packaging. If you're looking for a stable, full-time manufacturing career with competitive pay, outstanding benefits, advancement opportunities, and a company that invests in its employees, we'd love to meet you.
Available Shifts 2nd Shift
Monday-Friday 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM $0.50/hour shift differential 3rd Shift
Sunday night-Friday morning 11:00 PM - 7:30 AM $1.00/hour shift differential Continuous Shift
6:00 PM - 6:00 AM 4 days on / 4 days off Why Join Silgan? Starting pay of $25.70 per hour Shift differential for evening and overnight shifts Overtime opportunities available Quarterly bonus opportunity based on safety, quality, productivity, and waste reduction Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription, Life, and AD&D Insurance Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage 401(k) with a 3% company match Health Savings Account (HSA) Paid vacation and 10 paid holidays Tuition reimbursement and on-the-job training Career advancement opportunities—40% of our plant leadership has been promoted from within Additional benefits including Pet Insurance, Telemedicine, Hinge Health, Regenexx, Livongo, and more Work in a modern, clean, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility Safety-first culture with our award-winning Drive to Zero Injuries initiative Proud to be the first Silgan facility to achieve Zero Waste to Landfill What You'll Do As a Warehouse Operator, Forklift Operator, or Material Handler, you'll play a vital role in keeping production moving safely and efficiently.
Responsibilities include:
Operate electric lift trucks safely throughout the warehouse Perform daily OSHA lift truck inspections and complete required documentation Safely charge and refuel lift trucks and yard trucks Load, unload, move, and stage materials throughout the facility Follow designated forklift traffic lanes and warehouse safety procedures Assist with inventory counts and cycle counts Operate the palletizer Perform product quality inspections Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment Complete shipping and receiving paperwork including Bills of Lading, Shipping Orders, Packing Slips, and Invoices Support warehouse operations and perform other duties as assigned
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities: Qualifications We're looking for dependable individuals who enjoy working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Preferred qualifications include:
Ability to obtain and maintain a Forklift Operator certification Experience operating electric forklifts or other material handling equipment is preferred Manufacturing, warehouse, shipping/receiving, logistics, distribution, or production experience is a plus Ability to read and understand shipping documents, work instructions, and inventory paperwork Strong attention to safety and quality Ability to follow written and verbal instructions Reliable attendance and a strong work ethic