Operator

Pittsburgh Glass Works; Elkin (NC); On-site; USD 66,125,000 - 71,635,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with match

Paid holidays

Vacation

Shift differential

Direct Deposit

Job summary

Vitro of Elkin is seeking a qualified Line Operator to join our production team in Elkin, NC. The role focuses on operating the glass production line, coordinating with automation systems and robots, and ensuring products meet customer specifications.

The position requires a High School Diploma or GED, the ability to work 12-hour night shifts from 7 PM to 7 AM, and a willingness to perform routine TPM and safety duties within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must pass Select Assessment for Manufacturing test per Production Operator profile.
• Must be able to safely operate a forklift and maintain the required license.
• Adequate PC skills to work with computerized systems.
• Motivated, self-driven, and organized.
• Willing to assist in other roles as needed.
• Basic understanding of automation, automated equipment, and robotics is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently utilize all equipment and personnel to produce glass meeting customer specs.
• Operate line equipment and automation including programmable controllers and robots.
• Change tooling and programming/equipment setup as needed for different patterns.
• Plan and address daily production needs.
• Perform size checks on cut-not-tempered glass to meet specs.
• Maintain SPC checks and control charts; complete process checks.
• Keep line clean and manage tool storage and waste.
• Log daily production data into forms/databases.
• Assist maintenance and report needs as necessary.
• Direct personnel during pattern changes and downtime.
• Provide relief for line staff during emergencies.
• Train new operators as required.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Forklift operation

PC skills

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Programmable controllers

Robotics

Job description

Vitro of Elkin is looking for a qualified Line Operator to join our team.

Company Bio

Vitro Automotive Glass produces advanced glass products for the world’s most well-known automotive manufacturers. We work collaboratively with our customers to ensure that our glass provides the safety, comfort, efficiency required for today’s modern vehicles.

Vitro Automotive Glass operates glass manufacturing plants, fabrication facilities and distribution centers worldwide that are solely focused on the production of automotive glass. This scale allows us to provide the quality and technology required for large volume OEM production, while bringing that same attention to detail and quality to our automotive replacement glass (ARG) operations.

As the needs of the automotive industry rapidly evolve, Vitro stays ahead of the curve to help automakers, distributors and installers meet the ever-changing standards for safety, efficiency and sustainability. It’s not enough just to meet specifications. We are committed to working collaboratively to deliver whatever comes next.

Shift

7PM - 7AM 12-hour shift (hourly non-exempt)

Rate

$23.24 per hour

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Responsible for efficient utilization of all equipment and personnel used in producing cut, edged, and drilled glass that is ready to bend per customer requirements.
• Make mechanical changes and adjustments to line equipment and operate all automation equipment including programmable controllers and robots as they apply to properly functioning line equipment.
• As production demands, the operator is required to make complete changes of tooling used to produce various automotive patterns and make the necessary programming and equipment set-up changes to both programmable controllers and robots.
• Plan and address daily production needs.
• Make size checks of cut-not-tempered glass to ensure a quality production to meet customer specifications.
• Make SPC checks, maintain all control charts, and complete all process checks as required.
• Maintain line cleanliness, including proper storage of tools, emptying trash and getting full trash hoppers dumped.
• Accurate and timely report/enter/log daily production information on cutting, edging, downtime, miscellaneous glass rejects and all other related information into the appropriate forms and/or databases.
• Perform routine TPM activities, report maintenance needs and assist general maintenance mechanics when necessary.
• Assign and direct personnel on pattern changes and short periods of downtime.
• Provide relief for the line personnel in emergency situations.
• Train new operators as necessary
• Report all unsafe equipment and/or conditions.
• Maintain operations at the highest standards set forth by Vitro’s customers, production, and quality departments.

Qualifications And Skills

• Requires a high degree of mechanical aptitude.
• Must attain passing score on Select Assessment for Manufacturing test per Production Operator profile.
• Must be able to safely operate a fork truck and maintain the required license.
• Must have adequate PC skills to be able to work with computerized systems.
• Must be motivated, self-driven, and organized.
• Must be willing to assist in other roles as called upon or needed.
• A basic understanding of the general principles of automation, automated equipment, and robotics plus knowledge of the use of this equipment as it applies to line operation is preferred.

Education / Experience

• High School Diploma / GED, required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS, SAFETY And WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Performs duties within normal manufacturing environmental conditions.
• Will work in warm and cold conditions.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to push/pull, grip to use hand tools, reach, see, hear, and speak.
• Must follow posted security procedures at all times while in the building.
• Must follow all PPE requirements.

What We Offer

• Competitive benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, STD, life insurance, and 401k with company match
• Direct Deposit / Paid Weekly on Friday's - Starting wage $23.24 per hour
• $1.00 Shift differential pay for any hours worked from 7pm - 7am
• Required PPE including shoes will be provided
• Paid Holidays and Vacation
• Safety Recognition Program
• Employee of the Month recognition
• Perfect Attendance Bonus
• Regular performance reviews with opportunities for growth and movement within company
• Paid lunch breaks

What We Need From You

• Ability to work Holidays, Weekends and Overtime
• Good attendance is important to our team Vitro. We are looking for candidates who demonstrate a history of good attendance and who welcome overtime
• Understanding of basic math, reading, and writing skills
• Ability to effectively communicate, both written and oral
• Ability to pass the Pre-employment background check & drug screen test
• Must be highly motivated and able to work independently
• Must demonstrate strong interpersonal and self-management skills
• Required: Must have a High School Diploma or GED
• Required: Must be 18 years of age or older

This job description does not imply that these are the only duties to be performed. Employees occupying this position will be required to follow any other-related instructions and to perform any other job related duties requested by their supervisor or management.

You understand that upon receiving an offer of employment with the Company, such offer is conditional on successful completion of all aspects of the application process (i.e. interview, alcohol/drug screening, background and reference checks, etc.). You agree to submit to any drug and/or alcohol screening test that may be required as a condition of employment or continued employment consistent with applicable law. You understand that your refusal to submit to such test during the application process, or having a positive test result, will result in the withdrawal of a job offer. You understand that your refusal to submit to alcohol/drug screen testing, or having a positive test result, during the course of your employment may result in disciplinary action, up to and including discharge. You hereby authorize the release to the Company of the results of a substance-screening test for use in determining eligibility for employment with the Company. You hereby release the Company and the facility that performs the substance screening test from any and all claims or actions, or potential claims or actions arising out of this testing process, including but not limited to, those related to rights of privacy and confidentiality.

You understand that, according to federal law, all individuals who are hired must produce, as a condition of employment, certain documentation to verify their identity and employment eligibility. As a consequence, You understand that any offer of employment is contingent upon your ability to produce documentation within the time period required by law to establish you have the unrestricted right to work in the United States.

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