Production Associate - 1st Shift

Associated Materials Innovations; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Growth opportunities

401K Matching

Paid Time Off

Medical/Dental/Vision

Job summary

Associated Materials Innovations in Cedar Rapids is seeking a Production Associate to operate equipment, assemble window components, and help maintain a safe, productive manufacturing line. You will inspect products, complete production records, and be encouraged to cross-train across different areas to grow your skills with a collaborative team.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, with 1–2 years in manufacturing preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; 1–2 years manufacturing experience preferred, but not required.
• Read and understand safety procedures and operating instructions.
• Accurately complete production records and incident reports in English.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment or machinery and assemble window components using a tape measure and hand tools.
• Inspect product throughout the process and identify defects with attention to detail.
• Handle loading machines, packing finished products, pulling items and preparing labels.
• Maintain a safe, clean work environment and follow safety standards.
• Cross-train and develop skills across multiple positions within operations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Production Associate- Cedar Rapids

Join the Associated Materials Innovations team at Associated Materials, LLC, and be AMazing with us!

Who We Are

At Associated Materials Innovations, we combine our rich history in innovation with an unwavering commitment to continuous improvement of the customer experience. For decades, we have provided vinyl windows, siding, and metal building products that have helped build homes and communities across North America.

As a leading manufacturer of exterior building products and preferred product manufacturer for Alside, you'll have the opportunity to contribute ideas in a welcoming and supportive work environment driven by safety and our core values. Join the AMI team where you can be AMazing as we shape our future together.

What To Expect

• Operate equipment or machinery & assemble window components using a tape measure and other hand tools.
• Inspect product throughout the process, looking for defects using a strong attention to detail and an eye for quality.
• Various aspects of the manufacturing process, which can include loading machines, packing finished products, pulling items, and prepare labels/stickers.
• Maintain a safe and clean work environment within assigned and surrounding workspace while ensuring to meet all safety standards and practices.
• Commit to cross-training, learning multiple positions and develop your skillset further.

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or GED, or equivalent work experience. 1-2 years of manufacturing experience preferred but not required. If you've got the drive to learn, we'll train you!
• Proficiency in spoken and written English sufficient to
• Read and understand safety procedures, hazard warnings, and equipment operating instructions.
• Accurately complete production records, quality checklists, and incident reports in English.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, maintenance personnel, and team members to ensure safe and efficient operations.
• Ability to adapt in fast-paced environment and motivated to become well-versed within multiple areas of operations.
• Strong attention detail and willingness to work independently or as part of a team and contribute to all areas of operations.
• Understand how to collaborate with a variety of different people and roles.
• Committed to cross-train, learn, and develop your skillset further.
• One who values diversity and takes pride in building a team together.

Physical Requirements

• The atmosphere is that of a manufacturing plant. The position will primarily work where moving machinery produces noise. Temperature can range from extreme cold to extreme heat.
• Physical demands to include movements, positioning, remaining stationary which include standing, walking, sitting, lifting, carrying, climbing, pushing/pulling, forward bending, reaching, kneeling, crouching, squatting, crawling, postural balancing, manipulating, trunk rotation, handling, gripping, and talking (hearing).
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs without assistance, based on position, 80lbs-100lb with assistance.
• Employees must wear Personal Protective Equipment that is issued for that location.

Benefits Of Working With Associated Materials

• Competitive Wage
• Opportunity for growth
• Long standing business model in a changing market
• Premier company culture
• Medical/Dental/Vision
• 401K Matching
• Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay
• Discount programs

About Us

When you join AMI, you are part of a leading North American manufacturing business of vinyl windows, cladding, metal siding, trim and other essential exterior building products for residential, light commercial and multifamily projects. In 2022, we introduced our composite cladding system, a first-of-its-kind solution featuring exclusive (GP)2 technology. Headquartered in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, AMI is part of Associated Materials, LLC, which owns and operates 10 manufacturing facilities in North America including a distribution center.

Associated Materials Innovations ... Building Products Better

Associated Materials, LLC. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance. We also make reasonable accommodations for disabled employees and applicants, as required by law.

Additional Information

The actual wage offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal pay parity.Compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate. Click to learn more about benefits.

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