Manufacturing Associate - Night Shift (Operator)

Marvin

Salem (VA)

On-site

USD 30,000 - 33,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Paid parental leave

401(k) match

Wellbeing account

Profit sharing

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

Marvin Composites in Salem, VA, is seeking a Night Shift Beginning Pultrusion Operator to fabricate composite components to spec. You will set up, operate, and troubleshoot pultrusion and extrusion equipment within Marvin's Quality Management System, helping sustain a high-quality, safe production environment.

This role emphasizes hands-on manufacturing, quality checks, and on-the-job training. The schedule is 6:30 PM–6:45 AM with a 7-out-of-14-day cycle, weekend premium, and opportunities for

Qualifications

Follow detailed processes to uphold quality in manufacturing.
Mechanical aptitude to troubleshoot equipment and processes.
Comfort with long 12-hour shifts and physical work.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.

Responsibilities

Perform quality checks throughout the pultrusion process to ensure products meet specifications.
Set up, operate, and shut down equipment while maintaining tooling care and fiber loading techniques.
Troubleshoot and resolve production issues, documenting key process variables for consistency.
Disassemble, clean, and reassemble pultrusion dies to keep operations efficient.
Provide on-the-job training and assist as a Pultrusion Inspector when needed.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment including hazardous waste management.

Skills

Quality standards

Mechanical aptitude

12-hour shift

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Pultrusion equipment

Job description

Job Overview
Ever wondered what goes into creating the high-performance materials behind Marvin windows and doors? Join Marvin Composites as a Night Shift Beginning Pultrusion Operator and play a hands-on role in manufacturing composite components within required specifications. This position supports the efficient operation of pultrusion and extrusion equipment while contributing to a consistent, high-quality product. Work is guided by Marvin Composites' Quality Management System, with opportunities to help improve processes along the way.

Highlights of your role

Perform quality checks throughout the pultrusion process to ensure products meet specifications
Set up, operate, and shut down equipment while maintaining proper tooling care and fiber loading techniques
Troubleshoot and resolve production issues, documenting key process variables to support consistency and quality
Disassemble, clean, and reassemble pultrusion dies to support efficient operations
Support team development by providing on-the-job training to colleagues and assisting as a Pultrusion Inspector when needed
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment, including managing hazardous waste streams

Schedule
Day Shift Schedule: 6:30 PM - 6:45 AM
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: $21.55 - $23.00/hr DOE.
Weekend Premium: $4.00/hr (FRI - SUN)
Night Shift Premium: $3.00/hr

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

Demonstrated ability to follow detailed processes and uphold quality standards in a manufacturing environment
Mechanical aptitude with the ability to troubleshoot equipment or production issues
Comfort working on a 12-hour shift and performing hands-on, physical work
Strong attention to detail and a commitment to safety and continuous improvement

Also want to make sure you have

High school diploma or GED preferred
Ability to learn and apply pultrusion techniques, including tooling care and material identification
Basic understanding of manufacturing processes or willingness to learn in a hands-on environment
Dependability and a team-oriented mindset to support production goals

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!
A Few Unique Offerings Include

$300 annual wellbeing account to spend on whatever makes you happy + healthy
Better Living Day! (a paid day off to go have some fun)
$$ Annual profit sharing - get rewarded for the role everyone plays in making Marvin a success
Giving at Marvin - join coordinated volunteer opportunities
Brighter Days Fund - financial support thanks to your colleagues and the Marvin family should you suffer a personal hardship

The partnership between the fiberglass manufacturer and Marvin began more than 30-years ago, with the Marvin Composites name officially being introduced in 2022. 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 Marvin's portfolio of products, which includes Infinity Replacement Windows, and TruStile Doors.

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 CareerSupport@marvin.com.

Compensation
$21.55 to $24.10

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