Production Associate – General Labor

eTeam; West Salem (OH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

eTeam is seeking a Production Associate for the West Salem, OH facility. The role involves operating equipment, processing window components, and maintaining a clean, safe work environment on 12-hour shifts.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, with 1–2 years in manufacturing preferred. Strong English skills are required for safety procedures, records, and team communication. Overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, or equivalent work experience.
• Preferred 1–2 years in a manufacturing/production environment.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English to read and understand safety procedures.
• Able to adapt in fast-paced environment and cross-train across multiple areas.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment and follow standard work practices.
• Cut, process, and assemble window components using various tools.
• Handle materials, pack finished goods, and maintain labeling and records in English.
• Inspect windows and equipment for quality and safety compliance.
• Load machines, prepare labels, and support production projects; communicate with team.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Drill/driver

Hack saw

Reciprocating saw

Powered pallet jack/Lowboy

Tugger

Job description

Title: Production Associate - General Labor
Location: West Salem, OH 44287
Timings: 7pm to 7am, Shifts are 12 hour shifts They rotate 3-2-2-3 Must be okay with overtime

Position Summary

Operate all equipment as assigned while following standard work practices.
Use various tools to cut, process, and assemble all window components.
Routine usage of material handling equipment and packing/labeling finished goods.
Have strong attention to detail to inspect windows and equipment for quality and any defects.
Maintain a safe and clean work environment within assigned and surrounding workspace while ensuring to meet all safety standards and practices.
Load machines, pack product, pull items, prepare labels, and support projects as required.
Actively contribute and effectively communicate to the team.
Other duties as assigned, including housekeeping and cross-training to become proficient across multiple positions and production lines.

What We’re Looking For

High school diploma or GED, or equivalent work experience. Preferred experience of 1-2 years in a manufacturing / production environment

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.
English proficiency is required for these tasks to comply with OSHA workplace safety standards and regulatory documentation requirements.
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.

The workers would be required to use the following tools

• Hand Tools
  • Drill/driver
  • Hack saw
  • Reciprocating saw
• PIT
  • Powered pallet jack/Lowboy
  • Tugger (smaller than pallet jack)