Production Team Member

Silgan Closures, a Fortune 500 global leader in sustainable packaging solutions, is hiring a Production Team Member / Manufacturing Associate at our Champaign, Illinois manufacturing facility. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates seeking entry‑level manufacturing jobs, production line work, or warehouse positions in a stable and growing company. We are proud to support the global food supply chain and are looking for reliable production workers and team members who take pride in quality, safety, and teamwork.

• Your schedule:
  • Week 1: work Mon – Tue, off Wed – Thurs, work Fri
    - Sat
    - Sun
  • Week 2: off Mon – Tue, work Wed – Thurs, off Fri – Sat – Sun
• 12‑hour shift
• Weekly pay
• No mandatory overtime
• Predictable schedules
• Voluntary OT with attendance incentives
• Long‑tenured workforce (20–30+ years)
• Stable leadership and consistent manufacturing work
• Clean, safe, climate‑controlled environment
• Pay Rate $17.29-$17.93 per hour, plus an additional $1.00 per hour for night shift
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • 401k with company match
  • Paid time off and wellness program
  • Ongoing training and career development opportunities
  • Steel shoe reimbursement ($175) after 60 days

• Assemble boxes, insert bags and apply appropriate labels specific to product being packaged
• Assemble Gaylords, insert bags, and move products to appropriate location in the warehouse
• Opens and dumps product into hopper and returns carton to production line. Ensure cartons and bags are closed properly before moving to carton sealer. Keep work area clean and organized. Follow all safety procedures. Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly. Complies with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Food Safety and HACCP Pre‑requisite Programs related to activities performed for this position.

• High School diploma or equivalent required 3 - 6 months’ experience in a manufacturing, production or warehouse environment
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a frequently
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality

Silgan Closures is a global Fortune 500 packaging manufacturer with 100+ facilities across North America, Europe, and Asia. We provide metal and plastic packaging solutions for leading food, beverage, healthcare, and consumer product brands. Join a stable manufacturing company in Champaign, Illinois that values safety, sustainability, and long‑term employee success.

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”…