Production Associate Extrusion Line Operator, 1st Shift

PPG; Thomasville (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

PPG in Thomasville, NC is hiring a Production Associate, Extrusion Line Operator. Starting pay is $18.50 per hour for the 1st shift (7:00am–3:30pm, Monday–Friday). You will ensure quality products are produced and meet safety standards while supporting line start-ups and shutdowns.

The role requires English literacy, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and willingness to work overtime as needed. Prior manufacturing experience is helpful and adaptability is expected.

Qualifications

• Must read, write and speak English for training and safety.
• Experience in a plant or manufacturing environment preferred.
• Willing to take on new assignments as needed.

Responsibilities

• Stack material from line onto pallet.
• Maintain start-up, operation, changeover, shutdown and preventative maintenance.
• Operate extrusion line equipment and tools/dies.
• Perform visual quality checks and purge defects while stacking.
• Obtain can samples for Quality Control testing.
• Assist with start-ups and shutdowns on the extrusion line.
• Assist where needed and perform additional duties.

Skills

Positive attitude

Limited supervision

Continuous improvement

Plant/manufacturing experience

English proficiency

Shift work

Overtime availability

Adaptability

Job description

Immediately Hiring!

Production Associate Extrusion Line Operator, Thomasville, NC

Starting Pay: $18.50

Available Shift: 1st Shift, 7:00am – 3:30pm, Monday - Friday

As a Production Associate, Extrusion Line Operator, you will be a crucial part of our operations, ensuring that a quality product is available to our customers when they need them. Your work will directly affect people's lives!

Primary Responsibilities

• Stack material from line onto pallet
• Maintaining production equipment elements like start-up, operation, changeover, shutdown and preventative maintenance.
• Equipment may include but is not limited to extrusion line equipment, tools and/or dies.
• Perform visual quality checks of materials and purge imperfections while stacking
• Obtain can samples (can/sheet) and present to Quality Control lab for testing
• Assist with start-ups and shutdowns on the extrusion line
• Assist wherever is needed and perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Positive attitude
• Ability to work with limited supervision
• Willingness to contribute to a continuous improvement environment
• Experience in a plant/manufacturing environment, preferred
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English for training/safety purposes
• Ability to work an 8-hour shift and overtime as needed
• Must be willing to take on new assignments/job tasks as needed
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

About Us

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD®

Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPG on X.

The PPG Way 2030

We are customer champions

Proactive. Bold. Trustworthy. Everything we do starts with our customers. We listen, move fast and don’t stop until we solve their biggest challenges. When our customers win, we all grow.

We act with purpose and speed

Agile. Data-driven. Empowered. We take smart risks to stay ahead of the competition. We work proactively with agility, using quality data to develop solutions that create value.

We are excellent operators

Productive. Collaborative. Accountable. No matter our role, we identify problems, take ownership and always bring solutions. We are both proactive and responsive to drive continuous improvement and deliver results. We support our frontline, the faces of PPG to our customers.

We compete to win

Future-focused. Driven. Ambitious. We are passionate about growing our business and winning with our customers. We deliver results, embrace new technologies and leverage agility and speed as strengths.

We are PPG proud

Strong. United. Passionate. We work safely, act with integrity and value our diverse perspectives. We celebrate achievements and take pride in the positive impact we create together to protect and beautify the world.

At PPG we use AI in the hiring process to make the process more efficient. AI tools do not make hiring decisions. You can learn more by going to https://careers.ppg.com/us/en/candidate-resources.

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

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PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.

Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents. Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.

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