Production Associate - Interiors

Special-Lite; Decatur (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Bonuses

Job summary

Special-Lite in Michigan is seeking a Production Associate - Omega to assemble custom doors and entryways, following blueprints and safety guidelines.

You will operate CNC equipment and hand tools, measure with precision, troubleshoot issues with teammates, and contribute to continuous improvement.

Ideal candidates have basic tool experience, ability to lift up to 70 pounds with assistance, and a collaborative mindset.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read, comprehend and carry out written or diagrammed instructions.
• Ability to measure and perform basic math including fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.
• Lift up to 70 pounds with assistance.
• Ability to work as part of a team and train in other departments as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assemble custom doors and entryways following templates and instructions.
• Operate upstream equipment and processes to facilitate product flow.
• Work with CNC equipment, hand tools, and measurement devices.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities and contribute to problem solving.

Skills

Tool safety and operation

Mechanical comprehension

Read and follow instructions

Measure and math skills

Lift up to 70 lbs with assistance

Teamwork

Read tape measure to 1/32 inch

Troubleshooting

Cross-department training

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

As a Production Associate - Omega, you will perform a variety of duties related to production of our custom doors and entryways. Your Blueprint for Success: Safety First - Ensuring all work is done following our safety guidelines. Assemble with Care - Use your mechanical talents to assemble custom made doors following templates and instructions. Work with your team to trouble shoot issues and produce the highest quality product possible. Team Support - Operate upstream equipment and processes to facilitate product flow and feed downstream activities. Work with CNC equipment, hand tools and various measurement devices. Continually Improve - Participate in various continuous improvement activities, lending your voice to the creative problem-solving process.

Position Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Knowledge of safe operation of basic hand and power tools.
• Intermediate mechanical comprehension and abilities
• Ability to read, comprehend and carry-out instructions in written, oral, and/or diagram form.
• Skills to measure and perform mathematical computations, including fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions.
• Lift 70lbs with assistance.
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to read a tape measure down to a 1/32"
• Train and work in other departments as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing, assembly, or construction experience.
• Blueprint or template reading a plus

Our Story

Special-Lite manufactures engineered architectural products, which includes commercial entrance systems, interior aluminum (Type II) framing with swing or sliding aluminum framed doors, and FRP restroom partitions. Our interior and exterior complete entrance system products are fiberglass or aluminum flush doors with many door face texture options including wood grain, aluminum monumental (stile & rail) doors, fiberglass and aluminum framing. Our engineered, made to order architectural products are used in new construction and renovation projects for educational, commercial, institutional, industrial and municipal applications. The company was founded in 1971 and pioneered the use of fiberglass reinforced polyester (FRP) material for door skins in the early 1980's, and today is the largest volume producer of commercial FRP doors in the United States.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate office equipment, and reach with hands and arms.
• Frequently required to talk and hear.
• Required to stand and walk.
• Required to lift, push, pull and/or move up to 70 pounds with assistance.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Special-Lite will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

• Safety glasses are always required on the production floor.
• Hearing protection is required in designated areas.

Benefits at Special-Lite

A competitive salary and opportunities to advance in your career are just the beginning. Special-Lite offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family, including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Performance and Holiday Bonuses
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Tuition Reimbursement/Educational Assistance and Professional Development Support
• Parental Leave
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays

About Special-Lite

We manufacture custom door, frame, and interior solutions for new construction and retrofit projects across educational, commercial, institutional, industrial, and municipal applications - combining hands-on craftsmanship with advanced technology to deliver exceptional quality, performance, and reliability. Built to last in high usage and challenging environments, our high-quality and made-to-order solutions are unique in the industry. The products we build welcome, protect, and enhance spaces across the U.S. and beyond. You would probably recognize more than a few of our famous customers. As one of the largest volume producers of commercial FRP doors, you may have even already walked through one of our solutions. For more than 55 years, we have been driven to grow through relationships as strong as our products. We are committed to the success of our employees, our customers, and our communities. We stand behind our products with passion and excellent customer service. People. Passion. Performance. Visit special-lite.com to learn more.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, disability, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, sexual orientation, age, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic.