Manufacturing Associate - Day Shift (Inspector)

Marvin Composites; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 29,687; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement savings match

Paid holidays

Paid parental leave

Annual profit sharing

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

Marvin Composites in Salem, VA, is seeking a Pultrusion Inspector to inspect finished goods as they come off the line, prepare shipping labels, and pack products. The role involves operating fabrication equipment, monitoring quality to meet customer specs, and mentoring new associates after training.

The schedule includes a 7-out-of-14-day work cycle with weekend off; base pay $20.00–$21.55/hr with a weekend premium of $4/hr. Applicants must be 18+ with good attendance and basic computer skills.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Outstanding attendance.
• Effective communication skills and basic computer skills.
• Ability to stand, walk, and reach for 12 hour shifts.
• Ability to pass a basic skills assessment.
• Ability to read and interpret specifications in production environment.

Responsibilities

• Inspect finished goods off the manufacturing line.
• Prepare shipping labels and pack products.
• Operate fabrication equipment and monitor product quality to meet specs.
• Mentor and train new associates after training.

Skills

Attention to detail

Hands-on experience

Basic math

Computer skills

Communication skills

Reading specifications

Stamina for long shifts

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

PLC Controlled equipment

Job description

Marvin Composites in Salem, Va. is growing and hiring! Are you seeking an opportunity in a manufacturing environment where your attention to detail and hands‑on experience can shine? At Marvin Composites, we specialize in designing and crafting cutting‑edge pultruded fiberglass composite materials, setting the standard in the industry.

Our state‑of‑the‑art, air‑conditioned facilities are just one example of our commitment to employee well‑being. At Marvin Composites, we value your professional growth and offer cross‑training opportunities through our skill advancement program, ensuring that you're constantly challenged in your role. Join our team at Marvin Composites and be a key player in our cutting‑edge manufacturing and production operations!

Highlights of your role

Pultrusion Inspectors - This position inspects finished goods as they come off the manufacturing line, prepares shipping labels, and packs products. Responsibilities include operating fabrication equipment, monitoring product quality to ensure customer specifications are met, and preparing equipment/materials for production runs. Once trained, provide mentoring and training to new associates. Basic math and computer skills are required.

Schedule

Day Shift Schedule: 6:30 AM - 6:45 PM

Work 7 out of 14 days every two weeks. Every other weekend is a 3‑day weekend off!

The normal work schedule includes working 36 hours one week (Sun/Wed/Thu) and 48 hours the next (Mon/Tue/Fri/Sat).

Pay

Pay for Experience if applicable!

Base: $20.00 - $21.55/hr DOE.

Weekend Premium: $4.00/hr (FRI - SUN)

You’re a good fit if you have (or if you can)

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Outstanding attendance
• An ability to think and learn on the job, effective communication skills and basic computer skills
• Ability to stand, walk, and reach for 12 hour shifts
• Ability to successfully pass a basic skills assessment
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting specifications, a key skill in our production environment

Also Want To Make Sure You Have

• Capability to lift, carry, push, and pull various objects weighing between 10lb to 50 lbs to support production needs
• Meet the minimum age required of 18 years of age
• Experience operating and running manufacturing equipment (PLC Controlled) or willingness & ability to learn

We Invite You To See Yourself At Marvin

Marvin Composites produces custom fiberglass components used in many of the premium windows and doors manufactured by Marvin, a family‑owned and‑led company. Marvin Composites currently has fiberglass production facilities in Fargo, North Dakota and Salem, Virginia. Our 300+ associates enjoy our better living approach to benefits, which support you at work and beyond. From day one, you receive health insurance, paid holidays, paid parental leave, a 401(k) retirement savings match and more!

We invite you to See Yourself at Marvin

From people to products, Marvin is committed to creating better ways of living. When you join this family‑owned and‑led window and door company, you belong to a community full of opportunities.

For more than a century, we’ve been at the forefront of designing, building, and engineering premium, award‑winning products. Today, Marvin is also proud to have been named a Top Large Employer by Forbes Magazine two years in a row, in 2024 and 2025. With operations in 19 cities across North America, we manufacture Marvin’s quality products, including Infinity Replacement Windows and Doors, and TruStile Doors.

Together, we uphold our values and foster a culture where safety and the wellbeing of our people comes first. We take a better living approach with benefits to support you at work and beyond. From day one, you will enjoy health insurance, paid holidays, paid parental leave, a 401(k) retirement savings match and more!

Some Of Our Unique And Most Popular Benefits Include

• $300 annual wellbeing account to spend on what helps you feel happy + healthy
• Better Living Day! (a paid day off to go have some fun)
• Annual profit sharing – recognizing everyone’s contribution to Marvin’s success
• Giving at Marvin – participate in organized volunteer opportunities
• Brighter Days Fund – financial support from your colleagues and the Marvin family during personal hardships

Join the more than 8,000 Marvin team members to experience these benefits and more.

Marvin is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Marvin is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable laws. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process may contact us at [e-mail].

Compensation

$20.00 - $21.55