Manufacturing Plant Controller

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Silgan Containers, North America’s leading metal packaging manufacturer, is hiring a Plant Controller for our Menomonie, Wisconsin facility. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career in manufacturing finance and plant accounting with a company committed to innovation, sustainability, and people‑first values.

The Plant Controller is a hands‑on financial leader responsible for managing all plant‑level accounting functions, including cost accounting, financial reporting, variance analysis, and compliance. This role is critical in supporting plant operations and ensuring financial integrity in a highly collaborative and responsive environment.

• Location:
  
  Menomonie, Wisconsin
• Schedule is Monday – Friday 7:00AM – 4:00PM
• Annual Salary compensation based on experience and education
• 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

• Inventory Management:
  Oversee physical inventory accuracy, lead monthly audits, maintain and reconcile perpetual inventory, and analyze excess/obsolete items.
• Financial Reporting:
  Prepare and report monthly financial results, forecasts, and strategic plans in alignment with corporate standards and timelines.
• Compliance & Controls:
  Ensure adherence to SOX internal controls, safeguard assets, and resolve control‑related issues with corporate finance.
• Costing & Materials:
  Develop and maintain standard costs and bills of materials; monitor production and costing issues through plant walkthroughs.
• Operational Support:
  Participate in daily/weekly production meetings and review labor, materials, overhead, distribution costs, and inventory levels.
• Team Leadership:
  Manage front office staff and support operational efficiency.

• Minimum Associate’s degree with 5 years of experience. Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Business Administration preferred.
• Strong understanding of GAAP principles and experience with JD Edwards Enterprise.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, with the ability to create and modify complex spreadsheets.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills; able to manage multiple priorities independently with strong attention to detail.

• As North America’s leading producer of metal food packaging, we support many of the world’s most trusted brands. We are driving innovation and sustainability and building a people first culture rooted in our values.
• From using more recycled materials to investing in renewable energy and modern processes, we are rethinking how food packaging is made and how we grow the teams behind it.

Ready to grow your career as a Plant Controller? Apply today and bring your expertise to a company that builds more than containers. We build careers.

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.

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