Maintenance Supervisor at Silgan Containers Mfg Corp in Burlington, Iowa

Job Description:

Why you should join Silgan:

• Work in acutting-edge manufacturing facilitywhere your expertise inmanufacturing operationsandproduction managementwill be valued and utilized to drivecontinuous improvement.
  
  

• Earn afairbase annual salary with yearly performance merit-based pay increases.
  
  

• Comprehensive benefit coverage includes medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs, life insurance, and short and long-term disability, plus online medical appointments through our telemedicine program.
  
  

• Options to select additional benefit programs, like pet insurance, or participate in health programs for diabetes, hypertension management, and more.
  
  

• 401k retirement savings plan with a 6 percent employer match, dollar for dollar.
  
  

• 15 paid vacation days.
  
  

• 10 paid holidays.
  
  

• Tuition assistance and ongoingtechnical trainingforprofessional developmentinmanufacturing processes.
  
  

• Stability in a growing, environmentally conscious, publicly traded company.
  
  

• Be part of the Silgan legacy that makes us "Best in Class"in consumer packaging andmanufacturing.
  
  

What you'll do:

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  Team Coordination:Overseeand guide a team ofmechanics, electricians, machinists, millwrights, and machine operators. Oversee training, conduct performance evaluations, and foster a culture of safety, production management, and teamwork.
  
  

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  Safety and Efficiency: Ensure adherence tosafety standardsand company policies. Schedule and coordinatemaintenance activitiesto minimize downtime and maximize productionthroughputand efficiency.
  
  

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  Preventive Maintenance: Develop and implementpreventive and predictive maintenance programsto minimize equipment downtime and optimizemanufacturing operations.
  
  

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  Troubleshooting and Repairs: Address breakdowns promptly, troubleshootmechanicalandelectrical equipment malfunctions, and perform timely repairs to minimize production interruptions.
  
  

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  Documentation and Reporting: Document standard work and best practices, maintain accurate records ofmaintenance activities, and prepare reports on maintenance performance, including downtime, repair costs, and equipment reliability.
  
  

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  Process Improvement: Collaborate with production andoperations managementteam members to identify and address equipment issues and explore opportunities forprocess improvementsand cost-saving initiatives.
  
  

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  Statistical Process Control: ApplySPC methodsto monitor, control, and optimize production quality and efficiency.
  
  

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  Stay Updated: Keep up with technological advancements and industry trends inmanufacturing machineryandmaintenance practices.
  
  

What you need:

• Associate degree from a technical trade school or a high school diploma or GED and 5+ years of relevantmaintenanceexperience.
  
  

• Minimum of 5 years of experience inmaintenance supervisionwithin ahigh-speed manufacturing environment.
  
  

• Strong knowledge ofmechanical andelectrical systems, andmachine operating equipment.
  
  

• Ability to operate in alean manufacturing environmentusing tools like 5S and othercontinuous improvement methods.
  
  

• Extensive experience withAllen-Bradley PLCsand related programming software.
  
  

• Proficiency inlean manufacturingandcontinuous improvement methodologies.
  
  

• Ability to read and interpretelectrical blueprints, schematics, and diagrams for maintenance tasks.
  
  

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  
  

• Strongproblem-solvingandanalytical skills.
  
  

• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
  
  

• Proficiency inmaintenance management softwareand Microsoft Office Suite.
  
  

Who we are:

• America's largestmetal food packaging producer.
  
  

• Silgan Containers is rethinking how to make the metal food can through increased recycled content, modern process overhauls, renewable energy procurement, and other innovative practices.
  
  

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.


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