Utility Operator

Gentek Building Products; Ennis (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Associated Materials Innovations (AMI) is hiring for a Utility Operator to join our manufacturing team. You will produce, package, and label products to meet quality specs, while safely operating equipment and maintaining accurate documentation.

The role requires reading production orders, following SOPs, and supporting engineering or technicians as needed. The position demands stamina to work in hot, humid production areas, adherence to safety procedures, and the ability to work overtime or

Qualifications

• Safety-focused and compliant with PPE and safety procedures.
• HS diploma or GED required.
• Manufacturing experience preferred; plastics or extrusion a plus.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement a plus.
• Basic math skills and ability to read procedures and specs.

Responsibilities

• Produce, package, label all products to meet quality specs and documents.
• Operate manufacturing equipment safely and notify supervisor if issues arise.
• Meet or exceed due dates for shop orders.
• Ensure products manufactured meet quality and documentation standards.
• Read and complete documents accurately; assist engineering or technicians with validation.
• Follow gowning, cleanliness, and safety SOPs; maintain tidy workstation.
• Follow directions from Cell Lead and other SOPs.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.

Skills

Safety first

HS diploma or GED

Manufacturing experience

Lean manufacturing

Basic math

Read work instructions

Attention to detail

Hand saw operation

Team player

Ability to work overtime

PPE compliance

Fast-paced environment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Join the Associated Materials Innovations team at Associated Materials, LLC, and be AMazing with us!

Who We Are

At Associated Materials Innovations, we combine our rich history in innovation with an unwavering commitment to continuous improvement of the customer experience. For decades, we have provided vinyl windows, siding, and metal building products that have helped build homes and communities across North America.

As a leading manufacturer of exterior building products and preferred product manufacturer for Alside, you'll have the opportunity to contribute ideas in a welcoming and supportive work environment driven by safety and our core values. Join the AMI team where you can be AMazing as we shape our future together.

Responsibilities for Utility Operator

• Produce/package/label all products to meet or exceed all quality specifications per production order, QCIC’s and all other required documents provided.
• Operates various manufacturing and measurement equipment in a safe and orderly manner and notifies Lead/Supervisor when operating problems occur or standards cannot be met.
• Meet or exceed all due dates assigned to the manufacturing shop order.
• Responsible for all products manufactured.
• Understanding of documentation system including reading comprehension, writing and how to complete documents accurately.
• May assist engineering or manufacturing technicians with validation of processes, product, and tooling.
• Understand and follow gowning processes and procedures while maintaining a clean and presentable workstation.
• Follows Cell Lead directions verbally and written for daily assigned tasks while following all standard operating procedures and all other documents required such as shop orders, MPs, GMPs, drawing, QCIC’s, etc.
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.

Required Education, Experience & Skills

• Strong commitment to safety and safe work practices.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Manufacturing experience preferred; plastics or extrusion manufacturing experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement is a plus.
• Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and fractions.
• Ability to read work instructions, production paperwork, and product specifications.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality products.
• Ability to safely operate a hand saw as part of normal production duties.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with frequent production demands.
• Ability to work in hot, humid, and wet manufacturing conditions, including water tables and production equipment.
• Ability to stand and walk for the entire shift.
• Ability to frequently bend, twist, reach, stoop, kneel, and perform repetitive motions.
• Ability to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and different shifts as required.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Working Conditions

• Fast-paced manufacturing environment with continuous production demands.
• Exposure to hot temperatures, humidity, noise, and moving machinery.
• Frequent exposure to water, wet floors, and water-table operations.
• Required to wear all assigned PPE throughout the shift.
• Frequent use of a hand saw and other basic hand tools while following all safety procedures.

About Us

When you join AMI, you are part of a leading North American manufacturing business of vinyl windows, cladding, metal siding, trim and other essential exterior building products for residential, light commercial and multifamily projects. In 2022, we introduced our composite cladding system, a first-of-its-kind solution featuring exclusive (GP) 2 technology. Headquartered in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, AMI is part of Associated Materials, LLC, which owns and operates 10 manufacturing facilities in North America including a distribution center.

Associated Materials Innovations ... Building Products Better

Associated Materials, LLC. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance. We also make reasonable accommodations for disabled employees and applicants, as required by law.

Additional Information

The actual wage offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal pay parity. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.