Operator - 3rd Shift (Mon - Fri, 11p - 7a)

Pittsburgh Glass Works•Elkin, NC

2d•$23•Onsite

About The Position

Vitro of Elkin is looking for a qualified Line Operator to join our team on NIGHTS. Apply today! Vitro Automotive Glass produces advanced glass products for the world’s most well-known automotive manufacturers. We work collaboratively with our customers to ensure that our glass provides the safety, comfort, efficiency required for today’s modern vehicles. Vitro Automotive Glass operates glass manufacturing plants, fabrication facilities and distribution centers worldwide that are solely focused on the production of automotive glass. This scale allows us to provide the quality and technology required for large volume OEM production, while bringing that same attention to detail and quality to our automotive replacement glass (ARG) operations. As the needs of the automotive industry rapidly evolve, Vitro stays ahead of the curve to help automakers, distributors and installers meet the ever-changing standards for safety, efficiency and sustainability. It’s not enough just to meet specifications. We are committed to working collaboratively to deliver whatever comes next.

Requirements

Requires a high degree of mechanical aptitude.
Must attain passing score on Select Assessment for Manufacturing test per Production Operator profile.
Must be able to safely operate a fork truck and maintain the required license.
Must have adequate PC skills to be able to work with computerized systems.
Must be motivated, self-driven, and organized.
Must be willing to assist in other roles as called upon or needed.
High School Diploma / GED, required
Ability to work Holidays, Weekends and Overtime
Understanding of basic math, reading, and writing skills
Ability to effectively communicate, both written and oral
Ability to pass the Pre-employment background check & drug screen test
Must be highly motivated and able to work independently
Must demonstrate strong interpersonal and self-management skills
Required: Must have a High School Diploma or GED
Required: Must be 18 years of age or older

Nice To Haves

A basic understanding of the general principles of automation, automated equipment, and robotics plus knowledge of the use of this equipment as it applies to line operation is preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for efficient utilization of all equipment and personnel used in producing cut, edged, and drilled glass that is ready to bend per customer requirements.
Make mechanical changes and adjustments to line equipment and operate all automation equipment including programmable controllers and robots as they apply to properly functioning line equipment.
As production demands, the operator is required to make complete changes of tooling used to produce various automotive patterns and make the necessary programming and equipment set-up changes to both programmable controllers and robots.
Plan and address daily production needs.
Make size checks of cut-not-tempered glass to ensure a quality production to meet customer specifications.
Make SPC checks, maintain all control charts, and complete all process checks as required.
Maintain line cleanliness, including proper storage of tools, emptying trash and getting full trash hoppers dumped.
Accurate and timely report/enter/log daily production information on cutting, edging, downtime, miscellaneous glass rejects and all other related information into the appropriate forms and/or databases.
Perform routine TPM activities, report maintenance needs and assist general maintenance mechanics when necessary.
Assign and direct personnel on pattern changes and short periods of downtime.
Provide relief for the line personnel in emergency situations.
Train new operators as necessary
Report all unsafe equipment and/or conditions.
Maintain operations at the highest standards set forth by Vitro’s customers, production, and quality departments.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package to include medical, dental, vision, STD, life insurance, and 401k with company match
Direct Deposit / Paid Weekly on Friday's - Starting wage $22.50 per hour
$1.00 Shift differential pay for any hours worked from 7pm - 7am
Required PPE including shoes will be provided
Paid Holidays and Vacation
Safety Recognition Program
Employee of the Month recognition
Perfect Attendance Bonus
Regular performance reviews with opportunities for growth and movement within company
Paid lunch breaks