Production Associate - 1st Shift

Prospiant; Athens (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous 401(k) plan

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

The D.S. Brown Company, a Gibraltar Industries Company, is hiring a Production Associate for 1st shift in Athens, TX. Schedule: Monday through Friday, 6:30 AM - 2:30 PM. Read work orders, operate mills and presses, and verify dimensions and quality to support our engineered products for the bridge and infrastructure markets.

You will work on-site, lift up to 100 lbs, operate forklifts and cranes, and uphold safety and 6S standards in a team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Must be able to stand, bend, kneel, push & pull materials weighing up to 100 lbs.
• Able to work in extreme temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Read and follow production work orders.
• Operate mills, presses, cutters, wheelabrator blaster, dip line process, and other manual machines.
• Perform dimension, weight, and quality checks.
• Safely lift and move materials up to 50‑100 lbs.
• Operate sit-down and walk-behind forklifts and overhead cranes.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment and follow plant safety protocols.
• Follow 6S principles; support general warehouse duties.

Skills

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift experience

Job description

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Production Associate - 1st Shift

• Posted on October 6, 2026

Locations

Showing 1 location

D.S. Brown
518 Progress Way
Athens, TX 75751, USA

• On-site
• OPERATIONS
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: PRODU003510

Description

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 6:30 AM - 2:30 PM

The Opportunity

Founded in 1890, The D.S. Brown Company, a Gibraltar Industries Company, is a world-wide leader and supplier of engineered products to the bridge and highway industry. Headquartered in North Baltimore, Ohio, the Company actively sells to bridge and pavement contractors, specialty subcontractors, and construction product distributors. The D.S. Brown Company prides itself on its quality workforce and its reputable products. Check us out at www.dsbrown.com and become part of our awesome team!

We are looking for a Production Associate for First Shift at our Athens, TX location.

Who we're looking for

All your life, you've been a thinker - a practical innovator with rolled-up sleeves, a strong sense of purpose and healthy dose of optimist in you. A maker who gets things done. If you dream of using technology to make a difference in the world, we want you with us.

At Gibraltar, we're solving big problems and pushing the boundaries of what's possible, changing lives with smarter products and services in infrastructure, ag tech, renewable energy, and residential products that will shape a better future for people and the planet. So we're looking for more than great talent, we're looking for good people with a unique point of view - creators ready to tackle our most important challenges.

If you thrive in a collaborative and inclusive culture, working side by side with talented teammates or hand in hand with customers and communities to solve real-world technology problems, we want to hear from you.

What you'll do

• Read and follow production work orders
• Operate mills, presses, cutters, wheelabrator blaster, dip line process, & other manual machines
• Perform dimension, weight checks, profile checks, & quality verifications
• Safely lift and handle materials weighing up to 50lbs
• Operate sit-down forklifts, walk behind forklifts, and overhead cranes to move materials & load/unload trucks
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment in accordance with safety practices
• Assist others in operations and follow all plant safety protocols
• General warehouse duties including but not limited to: wrapping, banding, cleaning, and organizing
• Follow & contribute to 6S principles
• Other duties not listed assigned by management

What we need

• High School Diploma or GED
• Forklift Experience preferred
• Manufacturing Experience preferred
• Strong attention to detail
• Must be able to stand, bend, kneel, push & pull materials weighing up to 100 lbs consistently throughout the day
• Ability to work in extreme temperature conditions
• Able to work any shift and overtime as needed
• Good math skills and ability to measure parts with calipers and/or tape measure

What we offer

Health & Welfare

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans for employees and dependents
• Free Life and AD&D coverage with supplemental coverage options
• Employee assistance programs focused on mental health

Financial Wellbeing

• Competitive compensation
• Bonus opportunities
• Generous 401(k) plan

Flexibility & Time Off

• Paid time off, including vacation, bereavement, jury duty, sick leave, disability, holidays.
• Hybrid & remote work opportunities available

Community & Personal Development

• Donation matching and time off to volunteer
• Educational reimbursement

About Us

Gibraltar is a leading manufacturer and supplier of products and services for North American agtech, renewable energy, residential, and infrastructure markets. By building solutions that make life better for people and the planet, Gibraltar advances the art and science of engineering, science and technology to shape the future of comfortable living, sustainable power, and productive growing. Guided by an inclusive, values-driven culture that celebrates and rewards different perspectives, we work together to create lasting positive impact on everyone our business touches. To learn more about what makes us #GibraltarProud, visit our website: www.gibraltar1.com

Gibraltar is an Equal Opportunity Employer; and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. In addition, Gibraltar will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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