Manufacturing Associate - Day Shift (Inspector)
About The Position
Marvin Composites in Salem, Virginia, is hiring a Manufacturing Associate to support production of pultruded fiberglass composite materials. The role is identified as a Pultrusion Inspector and involves inspecting finished goods as they come off the manufacturing line, preparing shipping labels, and packing products. The position also operates fabrication equipment, monitors product quality against customer specifications, and prepares equipment and materials for production runs. Once trained, associates provide mentoring and training to new associates. The role is scheduled for a 12-hour rotating day shift from 6:30 a.m. to 6:45 p.m. The schedule alternates between 36 hours in week one (Sunday, Wednesday, and Thursday) and 48 hours in week two (Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday), working seven of every 14 days. The stated pay range is $20.00–$21.55 per hour, depending on experience. Potential pay including weekend premium and overtime is listed as $22.86–$24.48 per hour. Marvin describes its facilities as state-of-the-art and air-conditioned and offers cross-training through a skill advancement program. The company highlights benefits including health insurance, paid holidays, paid parental leave, a 401(k) retirement savings match, an annual wellbeing account, a paid Better Living Day, annual profit sharing, organized volunteer opportunities, and financial support through the Brighter Days Fund.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Outstanding attendance.
- Ability to think and learn on the job.
- Effective communication skills and basic computer skills.
- Basic math skills.
- Ability to stand, walk, and reach during 12-hour shifts.
- Ability to pass a basic skills assessment.
- Proficiency in reading and interpreting specifications.
- Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull objects weighing 10 to 50 pounds.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Experience operating and running PLC-controlled manufacturing equipment, or willingness and ability to learn.
Responsibilities
- Inspect finished goods as they come off the manufacturing line.
- Prepare shipping labels and pack products.
- Operate fabrication equipment.
- Monitor product quality to ensure customer specifications are met.
- Prepare equipment and materials for production runs.
- After training, mentor and train new associates.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Paid holidays
- Paid parental leave
- 401(k) retirement savings match
- $300 annual wellbeing account
- Paid Better Living Day
- Annual profit sharing
- Organized volunteer opportunities through Giving at Marvin
- Brighter Days Fund financial support during personal hardships
- Cross-training opportunities through the skill advancement program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
