The Production Associate works in a glass manufacturing plant and supports multiple stages of the production process. In this role, you perform visual inspections and quality checks, load and unload glass on conveyor systems, and prepare products for shipment. You also assist with basic machine adjustments and collaborate with the maintenance team during equipment issues to keep production running smoothly.

• Work in a plant production environment supporting the glass manufacturing process in an assigned area.
• Perform detailed visual inspections of glass parts to identify defects and ensure products meet quality standards.
• Conduct quality checks throughout the production process and document findings as required.
• Load and unload glass on various conveyor systems, ensuring safe handling and proper placement.
• Move racks and products within the facility to stage and prepare them for shipment.
• Band racks of products according to customer specifications to secure loads for transport.
• Pack products for shipment, including wrapping, boxing, labeling, and preparing materials for outbound orders.
• Assist with minor machine adjustments to support continuous production and reduce downtime.
• Work with the maintenance team when machines break down, following instructions to help troubleshoot and restart equipment.
• Follow all safety procedures, including the use of required personal protective equipment and adherence to plant safety rules.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area to support a safe and efficient production environment.
• Demonstrate reliable attendance and adhere to attendance policies, especially during the first 90 days.
• Participate in training on day shift and then transition to assigned night or rotating shifts as scheduled.
• Support different roles such as entry-level quality inspection (BT Inspect) or assembly and machine operation (WS Assembly) based on experience and assignment.

• Experience in production, general production, or manufacturing environments.
• Background in assembly work, including automotive assembly or similar repetitive production tasks.
• Machine operating or machine operator experience, including operating or working with production machinery.
• Ability to perform visual inspection and quality checks on parts and finished products.
• Experience with packaging, packing, and preparing products for shipment.
• Comfort performing general labor tasks in a plant environment, including moving racks and materials.
• Capability to assist with basic machine operation and minor adjustments under guidance.
• Reliable attendance and ability to adhere to strict attendance policies, especially within the first 90 days.
• Willingness and ability to work 12-hour shifts on a 2-2-3 schedule (days or nights) as assigned.
• Ability to complete orientation and training on day shift and then transition to night or rotating shifts.
• For WS Assembly roles, 1–2 years of experience working with or operating machines is required.
• Previous warehouse or plant experience for entry-level quality inspection (BT Inspect) roles.

• Experience as a production worker in a manufacturing or plant production environment.
• Prior experience in automotive assembly or similar high-volume production settings.
• Familiarity with inspection processes and basic quality control in a manufacturing context.
• Ability to work effectively in a union environment and follow established processes and procedures.
• Comfort working in a non-climate-controlled environment that can be hot in summer and cold in winter.
• Willingness to progress from Production Associate (entry level) to Production Technician as opportunities arise.
• Openness to cross-training in different areas such as inspection, assembly, and machine operation.
• Ability to follow detailed customer specifications for banding, packing, and preparing products for shipment.

You join a stable union environment that offers structured career progression and long-term opportunities. The organization promotes from within, giving you a clear path to advance from entry-level Production Associate to higher-level roles such as Production Technician. You benefit from guaranteed pay increases over time, reflecting a commitment to rewarding consistent performance and growth. Comprehensive training supports your success, and the culture emphasizes safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

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