Production Worker Probationary

About Us

Vantage Elevation, LLC is North America’s leading independent manufacturer of elevator components and systems. Vantage is comprised of eight business units including GAL Manufacturing; GAL Canada; Hollister-Whitney; Elevator Controls; Courion; Bore-Max; Thames Valley Controls and Vertical Dimensions. Through its brands, Vantage supplies almost all electro-mechanical devices used in contemporary elevators. The Vantage group employs over 900 staff in multiple locations across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom.

Vantage is seeking a motivated Production Worker (Probationary) that will be able to perform a variety of interlock and assembly jobs throughout the plant. The Production Worker must perform well in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, demonstrating outstanding communication and work ethics. They must also be able to operate equipment to meet facility goals for safety, quality, productivity, and teamwork.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently.
• Minimum 1–2 years of experience in machine operation or manufacturing preferred.
• Strong understanding of safety and quality standards.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn multiple machines.
• Must be able to lift over 50 pounds.
• Frequent walking, standing, kneeling, and climbing during 8–10-hour shifts.
• Good record-keeping and measurement skills.

Responsibilities

• Safety & Compliance
  • Work safely and comply with all environmental, health, and safety policies and procedures.
  • Proactively identify and report potential hazards for corrective action.
• Production & Quality
  • Assemble wooden crates using nail guns according to specifications.
  • Operate hanger assembly machinery and perform machine set-up as required.
  • Monitor process parameters to ensure adherence to specifications.
  • Perform quality inspections using measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, tape measures).
  • Recommend preventative maintenance or repairs to maintain equipment reliability.
  • Adapt to changes in production priorities and meet hourly/daily targets.
• Teamwork & Communication
  • Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors to maintain workflow.
  • Support a cohesive team environment and assist others as needed.
• Other Duties
  • Work safely and comply with all environmental, health, and safety policies and procedures.
  • Proactively identify and report potential hazards for corrective action.

Work Environment & Hazards

• General manufacturing environment.
• Risk of injury on manufacturing floor.
• Moderate to high level of noise.

Special Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift over 50 pounds.
• Standing and lifting for long periods of time.

Benefits

• Weekly Pay: $17.00 per hour (Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and in keeping with local legislation).
• Hourly position with overtime available.
• After 90 days, eligibility for benefits through the IBEW, Local 3 Union.
• Paid time off as per union contract.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• NYC Commuter Benefits.

Schedule

• Full Time, Union.
• Day shifts, generally 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM.

Pay

$17.00 per hour.