Production Technician I

Central States Mfg,; Claysburg (PA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an established industry player as an Employee-Owner, where you will contribute to producing high-quality metal roofing and siding. This role emphasizes a commitment to customer satisfaction and teamwork, ensuring that products are delivered right on time, every time. You will operate various machinery, perform quality checks, and maintain a safe work environment. The company values its community involvement and offers a range of benefits, including 401K matching and education assistance. If you are a reliable and innovative thinker looking to make an impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

401K Match

Education assistance

Profit-Sharing bonus

100% employer-paid medical coverage

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Holiday pay

Vacation pay

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Current certification on crane and forklift is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate machinery safely and efficiently while following all procedures.
• Complete quality checks and ensure accurate, damage-free products.
• Participate in monthly inventory and maintain a clean work area.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Customer focus

Innovative thinking

Basic math skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Certification on Crane and Forklift

Tools

Forklifts

Benders

Roll formers

Wrappers

Slitters

Shears

Job description

Come be an Employee-Owner of one of the nation’s largest producers of metal roofing and siding! We sell, manufacture, build, and distribute metal building components and packages. Since 1988 we’ve grown to over 13 locations nationwide. We make raving fans of our customers with our “right, on time, every time” commitment.
So, who are we looking for?

People who “Own It” – Commitment to the customer, the company, and each other:

1. You are customer-focused with an eye for detail.
2. You are reliable.

People who “Can Do” – Our Attitude:

1. You are an innovative thinker pursuing continuous improvement.
2. You embrace teamwork.
3. You want to positively make an impact and are open to change.

People who “Act in Love” – Treats others with humility, respect, kindness, honesty, patience, and self-control.
You enjoy giving back to your community. We take great pride in the communities we live in, so we give back with our time and talents. Each year you can take paid time off to support a cause close to your heart.

And what will you do?

Shift: M-F 3:00 p.m. - 11:30 p.m. with overtime at end of shift.

Pay: $17.00 - $19.84/hr., $1.00 shift differential and $75 Weekly Own It Bonus

** Currently seeking applicant with Loading experience or interest **

Summary:

Provides “Right. On Time. Every Time.” products and customer service, both to external and internal customers, within company standards.

Core Functions:

1. Follows all plant safety procedures and uses all applicable personal protective equipment (PPE).
2. Holds other team members accountable to follow all safety procedures.
3. Operates all machinery required following safety guidelines; machinery can include benders, roll formers, wrappers, slitters, shears, forklifts, and other machines as assigned.
4. Follows all setup procedures and work instructions as documented in the Operations System.
5. Completes all quality checks as documented; makes adjustments and re-produces product as needed to provide accurate and damage-free product to the customer.
6. Completes all daily orders in assigned area.
7. Meets or exceeds area’s goals including safety, productivity, scrap, on-time delivery, and accuracy.
8. Performs daily operator preventive maintenance checks, as assigned.
9. Reports all machinery issues to Maintenance promptly.
10. Cleans and resets work area at the end of each shift, including but not limited to sweeping the floor, placing items in the proper storage area, stacking pallets, restocking packaging, and dumping trash.
11. Accurately updates all records and visual tracking, whether written or electronic (e.g., coil footage, cover sheets).
12. Cross-trains as directed and is willing to work at any production position in the plant, on an as needed basis.
13. Participates in monthly inventory.

Key Measures of Success:

1. Ability to operate assigned task and cross-train in at least two additional work tasks.
2. Demonstrates excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.
3. Customer and detail-oriented.
4. Exhibits a continuous improvement mindset with ability to verbalize ideas for process and work flow improvements.
5. Ability to read a tape measure, do basic mathematical calculations, and use a calculator.
6. Ability to learn production operations.
7. Consistently exhibits and displays the company’s values of “Own It. Can Do. Act in Love.”

Education & Experience:
Preferred:

1. High School diploma or equivalent
2. Current Certification on Crane and Forklift

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud and in a non-temperature-controlled environment and exposure to outside weather conditions. While performing the core function of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk, walk, hear, stand for long periods of time, and required to lift to 55 lbs. This position is primarily working around machinery with moving parts, working around moving objects or vehicles. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach/pull/push/grab with hands and arms, kneel, and crouch, twist, and bend. The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb, or crawl.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform core functions.

Travel:

No Travel expected.

Benefits Offered:

At Central States, we are an ESOP. That means each one of our employees is an owner of the company and receives an allocation of stock every year. This allows all our employees to share in the wealth and success of the company. We also offer:

1. 401K Match
2. Education assistance available – Up to $5,250 each year
3. Profit-Sharing bonus
4. Medical – 100% employer-paid coverage available
5. Dental
6. Vision
7. Holiday pay
8. Vacation pay
9. Employee Assistance Program providing Confidential Emotional Support, Work and Lifestyle Support, Legal Guidance, Financial Resources and Digital Support
10. Care Guides to help employees navigate the complex healthcare system
11. Life insurance – 1.5x annual salary – 100% employer paid
12. Wellness Program – earn up to $1,200 annually when enrolling in a medical plan!
13. Health Savings Accounts
14. Flexible Spending Accounts
15. Short-Term Disability
16. Long-Term Disability – 100% employer paid
17. Performance based merit increases
18. SHINE program – Employee Financial Assistance and Dependent Scholarships!

Central States Manufacturing, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.