2nd Shift Production Associate – Train on 1st Shift

PPG; Wallingford (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

PPG in Wallingford, CT is hiring a Production Associate to join our operations team. You will set up, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot manufacturing equipment to ensure quality products reach customers when needed.

This role requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, a mechanical aptitude, and prior manufacturing or warehouse experience. Training on the 1st shift is available for a few months before moving to the 2nd shift (3:15 pm–11:15 pm).

Qualifications

• Able to lift 50 pounds repeatedly.
• Mechanical inclination and ability to use hand tools.
• Experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up production equipment and supplies before executing job orders.
• Operate equipment safely and effectively for production processing.
• Ensure equipment is maintained in good and safe condition.
• Inspect equipment for replacements, malfunctions, and repairs.
• Perform regular equipment maintenance to support production capacity and quality.
• Assist junior operators in assigned responsibilities.
• Repair and clean equipment as needed and evaluate performance.

Skills

Lifting 50 pounds

Mechanical aptitude

Manufacturing experience

Job description

PPG in Wallingford, CT is hiring a Production Associate to join our operations team. You will set up, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot manufacturing equipment to ensure quality products reach customers when needed.

This role requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, a mechanical aptitude, and prior manufacturing or warehouse experience. Training on the 1st shift is available for a few months before moving to the 2nd shift (3:15 pm–11:15 pm).