Manufacturing/Production Associate - Auto Glass

NSG Glass North America Inc.; Shelbyville (IN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Match Program

Employee Assistance Plan at no cost

Educational Assistance

Work Shoe/Boot Program

Prescription Safety Glasses Program

Company Paid Holidays – Nine Holidays

Workdays between Christmas Eve Day and

Shift Differential for evening shift

Paid Vacation

Life Insurance at no cost

Pilkington Employee Discount

Annual Increase

Job summary

NSG Group is hiring a Manufacturing/Production Associate for its Shelbyville, IN facility. The role requires full-time, on-site work on a 24/7 operation with varied shifts and weekend coverage on the production floor.

Candidate will follow SOPs, maintain continuous production flow, participate in changeovers, and uphold IATF quality standards while prioritizing safety and teamwork on the line.

Qualifications

• Safety and goal oriented.
• Self-motivated with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledgeable in position specific SOPs and IATF requirements.
• Ability to work in temperatures of extreme hot or cold based on weather conditions.
• Physical ability to sit, walk, stand, push, pull, carry, lift, squat, kneel and/or twist.
• Must be able to do repetitive work.

Responsibilities

• Must follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the position.
• Maintain a constant flow of product for the area line.
• Assist with the development of new packing specifications.
• Ensure product quality meets specifications; perform quality inspections as required.
• Pack the windows onto racks using proper glass handling techniques.
• Use extra safety precautions when placing into cullet bins or testing for quality measures.
• Ensure the Packing Specifications are being followed for each part being packed.
• Support the team during all changeovers as needed.
• Assist in trouble shooting operation failures.
• Perform 5S and housekeeping duties to maintain high standard of facility cleanliness.
• Communicate concerns, improvements and general information to others on the line.
• Assist with problem solving of manufacturing problems within the teams operations and other groups as necessary, to achieve production goals.
• Fulfill assignments/ tasks given by coordinators and team leaders.
• Train and encourage others in order to achieve team goals.
• Support safety, health, and environmental rules and lead by example.
• All other duties as assigned.

Job description

Manufacturing/Production Associate - Auto Glass

Job Category: Direct

Requisition Number: PRODU004579

• Posted : September 9, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

Showing 1 location

Shelbyville
Shelbyville, IN 46176, USA

• Travel Required : No

Description

At NSG Group, collaboration sits at the heart of how we work. We strive for excellence in everything we do, empowering our colleagues to deliver quality and innovation while being given the support to find balance. From sharing expertise with our global colleagues to celebrating team successes, we create an environment where everyone can succeed. This strong, supportive culture drives progress and reinforces our position as a global leader in glass.

This position is based full-time at the Shelbyville, IN manufacturing facility, with regular presence required on the production floor across all shifts, including periodic off-shift, weekend, and holiday coverage to support a 24/7 operation. The plant environment includes exposure to manufacturing conditions typical of automotive glass processing, including heat (tempering/furnace areas), noise, glass handling, forklift and overhead crane traffic, and use of personal protective equipment (safety glasses, hearing protection, cut-resistant gloves, steel-toed footwear) in designated areas. The role requires the physical ability to walk, stand, and move throughout the facility for extended periods, climb stairs/platforms, and occasionally lift up to 25 lbs. Office time is spent in a standard plant administration setting.

Our Culture:

At NSG Group, collaboration sits at the heart of how we work. We strive for excellence in everything we do, empowering our colleagues to deliver quality and innovation while being given the support to find balance. From sharing expertise with our global colleagues to celebrating team successes, we create an environment where everyone can succeed. This strong, supportive culture drives progress and reinforces our position as a global leader in glass.

Primary Duties:

• Must follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the position
• Maintain a constant flow of product for the area line
• Assist with the development of new packing specifications
• Ensure product quality meets specifications; perform quality inspections as required
• Pack the windows onto racks using proper glass handling techniques
• If handling raw glass; place hands on top & side, while wearing cut safe gloves, capes & aprons
• Use extra safety precautions when placing into cullet bins or testing for quality measures
• Ensure the Packing Specifications are being followed for each part being packed
• Support the team during all changeovers as needed
• Assist in trouble shooting operation failures
• Perform 5S and housekeeping duties to maintain high standard of facility cleanliness
• Communicate concerns, improvements and general information to others on the line
• Assist with problem solving of manufacturing problems within the teams operations and other groups as necessary, to achieve production goals
• Fulfill assignments/ tasks given by coordinators and team leaders
• Train and encourage others in order to achieve team goals
• Support safety, health, and environmental rules and lead by example
• All other duties as assigned

Qualifications Desired:

• Safety and goal oriented
• Self-motivated with excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Qualifications Required:

• Knowledgeable in position specific SOPs and IATF requirements
• Ability to work in temperatures of extreme hot or cold based on weather conditions
• Physical ability to sit, walk, stand, push, pull, carry, lift, squat, kneel and/or twist

Primary Duties:

• Installing add-on hardware, rubber filler, metal/spacers, child security labels and other specific items to the finished glass product
• Retrieving & packing product on or off of racks
• Fulfill assignments/ tasks given by supervisors and team leader
• Responsible for producing various products in accordance with all work instructions, quality, safety and environmental policies
• Assist with problem solving of manufacturing problems by communicating with specialist, lead, supervisor or otherwise; to achieve production goals
• Authority to initiate solutions as a result of issues discussed
• Ensure product quality meets IATF specifications based on the position specific SOPs (standard operating procedures)
• Perform 5S and housekeeping duties to maintain high standard of facility cleanliness
• Assist with the development of new packing specifications
• SPC (statistical process control) data collection as required
• Train and encourage others in order to achieve team goals
• Support safety, health, and environmental rules and lead by example
• All other duties as assigned

Qualifications Desired:

• Safety and goal oriented
• Self-motivated with excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Qualifications Required:

• Physical ability to sit, walk, stand, push, pull, carry, lift, squat, kneel and/or twist
• Must be able to do repetitive work
• Ability to work in temperatures of extreme hot or cold based on weather conditions
• Knowledgeable in position specific SOPs and IATF requirements
• 401(k) Match Program
• Employee Assistance Plan at no additional cost
• Educational Assistance
• Work Shoe/Boot Program
• Prescription Safety Glasses Program
• Company Paid Holidays – Nine (9) Holidays
• Workdays between Christmas Eve Day through New Years Day
• Shift Differential for evening shift
• Paid Vacation
• Life Insurance at no cost
• Pilkington Employee Advantage Discounts
• Annual Increase

Rotating Day/Evening Shifts - 2/2/3 - we will provide a schedule upon hire

Core Hours: Choice of 6:45am-7pm or 645pm-7pm - Only work 6 months per year

Work Every Other Weekend

Hourly Pay: $21.60 - OT will be at least 12 hours per week, but will level off in the coming months

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We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package, which includes 401k, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, company paid holidays, paid vacations, and education assistance

The Salary Range posted represents Pilkington North America’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of the posting. Individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, etc.

NSG Group/Pilkington is an equal opportunity employer; M/F/D/V encouraged to apply. Qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, or national origin. Applicants have the option to confidentially self-identify or not self-identify when applying.

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Travel Required

No .

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