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Plant Controller

Silgan Containers Mfg Corp -
Burlington, IA

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Tuition reimbursement
401(k) 6% Match
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Pet insurance

Qualifications

Cost accounting analysis
Financial close processing
Internal controls
SOX
Bachelor's degree
Accounting experience within manufacturing industry
GAAP
Closing the books
Legal compliance
Financial compliance

Full Job Description

Silgan Containers is seeking a Plant Controller to provide plant‑level manufacturing accounting and finance expertise at our Burlington, IA, manufacturing facility. This role focuses on cost accounting, inventory control, financial reporting, budgeting, forecasting, and SOX internal controls within a structured manufacturing environment.

The Plant Controller reports to the Plant Manager and partners closely with plant operations and corporate finance to ensure accurate reporting, strong internal controls, and effective financials for manufacturing operations.

Why Join Silgan

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Virtual healthcare through telemedicine

Optional wellness programs, including pet insurance

401K with a 6 percent employer match

15 paid vacation days and 10 paid holidays annually

Tuition assistance and professional development programs

Full‑time, on‑site role located in Burlington, IA

What You’ll Do as a Plant Controller

Assist with inventory accuracy, including quarterly physical inventories, audit cadence, and variance resolution

Manage monthly closing, plant financial statements, and standardized financial reporting in accordance with corporate timelines

Prepare budgeting, forecasting, and annual operating plan submissions

Maintain standard costs, cost accounting processes, and bills of materials

Manage compliance with SOX internal controls and maintain audit readiness

Participate in production meetings and conduct regular plant walkthroughs

Partner with plant management on manufacturing finance and cost management

Provide day‑to‑day oversight of the plant accounting clerk and plant planner

Collaborate with corporate finance on reporting accuracy and control compliance

What You Bring

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or Finance

3–5 years of manufacturing accounting or manufacturing finance experience

Strong knowledge of cost accounting, inventory controls, and month‑end close

Working knowledge of GAAP principles

Experience with SOX‑aligned or internal control environments

Detail‑oriented, organized, and process‑focused work style

Comfortable managing plant accounting duties with minimal supervision

Strong ability to meet deadlines while working collaboratively

Prior people management experience preferred

JD Edwards or ERP system experience preferred

Who We Are

Silgan Containers is a global manufacturer of metal packaging solutions serving food, beverage, healthcare, and consumer products markets. We operate in a structured manufacturing environment focused on safety, quality, compliance, and operational excellence.

Take the Next Step

Apply today to join Silgan Containers as a Plant Controller in Burlington, IA, and contribute to manufacturing accounting operations in a high‑engagement plant environment.

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.

Silgan is a drug-free workplace.

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