Production Team Member - Champaign, IL

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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.


What we offer you:

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

What you'll do:

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.

What you'll need to have:

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