Glass Production Operator – 3 Shifts, Up to $19/hr

Koch; Galax (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Retirement plan

Paid vacation/time off

Educational assistance

Infertility assistance

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Job summary

Guardian Glass in Galax, VA is seeking a Production Operator to operate and troubleshoot equipment, helping our facility deliver high‑quality glass for homes and buildings. You will monitor processes, follow safety rules, and support production efficiency across shifts.

Starting pay is up to $17–$19 per hour, depending on experience, with opportunities for overtime and a benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Experience using a computer or tablet.
• One or more years of experience in farming, manufacturing, industrial, or military environments.
• Six months or more of machine operator experience.
• Experience operating a forklift.

Responsibilities

• Operate and troubleshoot equipment to support production efficiency.
• Ensure safe operation and delivery of glass products.
• Drive combination vehicles up to 80,000 lbs gross.
• Maintain hours of duty status according to FMCSA regulations with electronic logging device.
• Work up to 14 hours per day and 50–70 hours in any 8 day period.
• Lift up to 75 lbs.
• Perform Driver Vehicle Inspections and FMCSA/DOT inspections.
• Secure loads of glass on the trailer with ladders and straps.

Skills

Computer skills

Machine operator

Forklift operation

Job description

Guardian Glass in Galax, VA is seeking a Production Operator to operate and troubleshoot equipment, helping our facility deliver high‑quality glass for homes and buildings. You will monitor processes, follow safety rules, and support production efficiency across shifts.

Starting pay is up to $17–$19 per hour, depending on experience, with opportunities for overtime and a benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision and retirement plans.