Production Associate - all shifts

associatedmaterialsall; West Salem (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Associated Materials Innovations is seeking a Production Associate - Extrusion to support our vinyl extrusion process in the AMI plant. You will help deliver high-quality windows and siding while upholding safety, accuracy, and efficiency in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Join a team that values reliability, teamwork, and continuous improvement as we build homes across North America with our exterior building products and innovative technologies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in an assembly-line or manufacturing environment preferred but not required.
• Read and understand English.
• Able to use hand tools (snips, chisel) and read a tape measure.
• Dependable and on-time attendance.
• Willing to learn and cross-train.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Team-oriented and collaborative.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment in the vinyl extrusion process.
• Use material handling equipment safely.
• Pack, label, and prepare finished goods.
• Inspect extruded product and equipment; report issues.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Follow all safety standards and procedures.
• Cross-train to work across multiple lines.

Skills

Reading English

Hand tools

Tape measure

Dependable

Teamwork

Cross-training

Lifting 50 lbs

Punctuality

Fast-paced

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Snips

Chisel

Tape measure

Job description

Who We Are

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

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.

Production Associate - Extrusion

Working in our manufacturing plant, the Production Associate plays a critical role in delivering high-quality products to our customers. In this hands-on position, you will support the vinyl extrusion process used in the production of windows and siding while ensuring quality, safety, and efficiency at every step. At Associated Materials, we believe excellent results begin with you.

Key Accountabilities:

• Operate equipment and tools used in the vinyl extrusion process.
• Use material handling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Pack, label, and prepare finished goods for shipment.
• Inspect extruded product and equipment; promptly communicate quality or equipment issues.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and well-maintained work area; perform required housekeeping.
• Follow and uphold all safety standards and procedures.
• Perform other duties assigned, including cross-training to become proficient across multiple positions and production lines.

Required Education, Skills & Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience in an assembly-line or manufacturing environment preferred but not required.
• Perform tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to read and comprehend English language.
• Ability to use hand tools such as snips or chisel.
• Must be able to use, understand, and thoroughly read a tape measure.
• Be dependable and on-time with attendance.
• Be flexible and willing to learn, including cross-training and developing in other areas in the plant
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Work well with others on the team

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 multiple 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.

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