Remote Control Room Operator - Glass Manufacturing

Guardian Glass; DeWitt (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Guardian Glass is hiring a Control Room Operator in DeWitt, IA for a 12-hour shift supporting a 24/7 operation. Starting pay is $28/hour, with overtime as needed. Training begins on day shift, then rotates to day/night shifts. The role emphasizes safety, equipment upkeep, quality checks, and responding to alarms.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and at least one year in manufacturing, plus comfort with computer use. Physical work includes lifting up to 50 lbs and exposure to heat.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One (1) or more years of experience working in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Experience using a computer and familiarity with technology.

Responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and control process operation along with troubleshooting from a remote-control room up to 6 hours daily.
• Respond to alarms including some emergency responses.
• Maintain the equipment in your area.
• Perform quality checks of the glass being produced.
• Maintain a safe work environment by wearing PPE, performing safe work behaviors, and communicating safety concerns to supervisor.
• Perform tasks such as lifting/pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds, walking, climbing, stooping, and standing up to 12 hours/day in a non-climate-controlled environment.
• Must be able to work in and around heat for periods of time.

Job description

Guardian Glass is hiring a Control Room Operator in DeWitt, IA for a 12-hour shift supporting a 24/7 operation. Starting pay is $28/hour, with overtime as needed. Training begins on day shift, then rotates to day/night shifts. The role emphasizes safety, equipment upkeep, quality checks, and responding to alarms.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and at least one year in manufacturing, plus comfort with computer use. Physical work includes lifting up to 50 lbs and exposure to heat.