Production Operator

Vitro is hiring Night Shift Hourly Production Operators at its Tipton facility.

Responsibilities

• Make mechanical changes and adjustments to line equipment and operate all automation equipment.
• Plan and address daily production needs.
• Ensure quality production to meet customer specifications.
• Make quality checks and document completed checks as required.
• Maintain line cleanliness, including proper storage of tools, emptying trash, and getting full trash hoppers dumped.
• Accurate and timely reporting of daily production information into the appropriate forms and/or databases.
• Assign and direct personnel on pattern changes and short periods of downtime.
• Inspect and pack glass as needed into designated racks.
• Report all unsafe equipment and/or conditions.
• Maintain operations at the highest standards set forth by PGW’s customers, production, and quality departments.

Requirements

• Mechanical ability.
• Adequate computer skills.
• Must be willing to assist in other roles as called upon or needed.
• Previous experience driving a fork truck preferred but not required.
• At least one year of previous manufacturing experience preferred.

Physical Requirements and Safety

• Perform duties within normal manufacturing environmental conditions.
• Must be able to climb stairs, push/pull, grip to use hand tools, reach, see, hear, and speak.
• Must be able to be on your feet for 12-hour shifts.
• Must be able to inspect and pack glass.
• Must be able to work in warm conditions.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and, with assistance, above 50 pounds.
• Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time.
• Must follow posted security procedures at all times while in the building.
• Must follow all Personal Protective Equipment requirements.

Pay

Starting rate: $21.27/hr with a $0.50 shift differential for Night Shift.

Guaranteed pay increases every 6 months for the first 3 years.

Schedule

• 12-hour shifts rotating days (3 days one week and 4 days the next).
• At least two weekends off per month according to rotation.
• Paid lunch breaks.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, STD, life insurance, and 401k with company match.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Regular performance reviews with opportunities for growth and movement within the company.