Production Associate

This role supports multiple departments in an automotive glass manufacturing plant by operating equipment, assembling products, performing visual quality checks, and packaging finished goods for shipment. You will help maintain production goals in your assigned area while being cross-trained in different departments to support overall plant operations.

• Operate production and manufacturing equipment safely and efficiently in your assigned department.

• Work on an assembly line and complete specific tasks in the manufacturing process to meet production goals.

• Perform visual inspections of glass products to identify defects and ensure quality standards.

• Package glass products securely and prepare them for shipment according to established procedures.

• Use basic hand tools, such as tape measures, Allen wrenches, and screwdrivers, to support production and assembly tasks.

• Follow instructions from supervisors and adhere to production targets and schedules.

• Maintain a clean and organized work area and follow all plant safety rules and guidelines.

• Participate in cross-training to learn multiple roles across different departments in the plant.

• Handle materials and products safely, including lifting items up to 50 pounds and moving them as needed.

• Stand, bend, and move throughout the entire shift to support continuous production activities.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 1 year of work experience in any field.
• Ability to physically lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Ability to stand for the entire shift and perform repetitive physical tasks such as lifting and bending.
• Comfort working in a manufacturing or general production environment.
• Ability to work on an assembly line and follow a defined manufacturing process.
• Basic experience with hand tools such as tape measures, Allen wrenches, and screwdrivers.
• Strong attention to detail for visual inspection of glass products.
• Reliability and willingness to work assigned shifts and adapt to schedule changes.

• Experience in general labor, construction labor, or similar physically demanding roles.
• Experience in machine operation, packaging, or manufacturing environments.
• Mechanical aptitude and comfort learning new equipment and processes.
• Willingness to be cross-trained and work in multiple departments such as fabrication, float, or packaging.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a production team in a union environment.

You will join a company that invests in training and development, offering a strong pathway into manufacturing even if you have limited experience. The organization promotes from within, providing real opportunities for long-term career growth and advancement. You will benefit from comprehensive health insurance and a 401(k) package once you transition to full-time employment. The workplace supports union representation while allowing you to choose whether to join, and it welcomes family members working together while maintaining clear boundaries around supervision.

This role is based in an automotive glass manufacturing facility with a unionized environment (UAW). Current openings are primarily on second shift, typically 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Fabrication departments operate 8-hour shifts, five days a week, with schedules of 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. for first shift, 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. for second shift, and 10:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. for third shift.

Float departments, where glass is produced, run 12-hour shifts on a 2-2-3 schedule, with shifts of 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. to 6:0 p.m. You must remain flexible with your work schedule, as shift assignments may change based on plant needs. The environment is industrial and fast-paced, requiring continuous standing, lifting up to 50 pounds, and regular bending and movement throughout the shift, with appropriate workwear suitable for a manufacturing setting.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Nashville, TN.

The pay range for this position is $19.14 - $19.14/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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