Night Shift Pultrusion Operator — Quality & Process Improvement

Marvin Composites, LLC.; Salem, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Paid parental leave

401(k) retirement match

Wellbeing account

Better Living Day

Profit sharing

Volunteer opportunities

Brighter Days Fund

Job summary

Marvin Composites in Salem, VA is seeking a Night Shift Beginning Pultrusion Operator to set up, run, and troubleshoot pultrusion equipment while ensuring output meets strict quality specs. The role emphasizes safety, attention to detail, teamwork, and a willingness to learn in a manufacturing setting.

The position operates on a 6:30 PM–6:45 AM schedule, 7 of 14 days, with night and weekend premiums; compensation includes base pay and shift premiums in a dynamic factory environment.

Qualifications

• Must follow detailed processes and maintain product quality.
• Mechanical aptitude to troubleshoot pultrusion equipment.
• Comfort performing hands-on, 12-hour night shifts.
• Commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• 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 and assisting as a Pultrusion Inspector when needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment, including managing hazardous waste streams.

Skills

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Safety mindset

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Marvin Composites in Salem, VA is seeking a Night Shift Beginning Pultrusion Operator to set up, run, and troubleshoot pultrusion equipment while ensuring output meets strict quality specs. The role emphasizes safety, attention to detail, teamwork, and a willingness to learn in a manufacturing setting.

The position operates on a 6:30 PM–6:45 AM schedule, 7 of 14 days, with night and weekend premiums; compensation includes base pay and shift premiums in a dynamic factory environment.