Production Associate - Night Shift

Apogee•Owatonna, MN

5h•Onsite

About The Position

Viracon LLC is hiring entry-level Production Associates for its manufacturing team in Owatonna, Minnesota. The role involves preparing workstations and materials, loading and unloading materials, cutting and assembling glass products, inspecting products for quality, and following safety and production procedures. Associates work as part of a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. No prior manufacturing experience is required, and training is provided, with opportunities for advancement and a long-term manufacturing career. The posting identifies the position as a night-shift role, with a listed schedule of 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM. It also states availability for a 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM shift among the candidate requirements. Starting pay is $20.55 per hour plus a night-shift premium. Direct-hire candidates must meet at least one of the listed hiring criteria. Candidates must pass a pre-employment drug screening, including marijuana, and be able to regularly lift 50 to 60 pounds safely. Benefits for eligible employees include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage; incentive plans; a 401(k) with employer contribution and match; an employee stock purchase plan with employer match; paid time off; paid holidays; tuition reimbursement; an employee assistance program; a wellness program; and training and career progression.

Requirements

Be dependable and reliable.
Be available to work the stated shift schedule; the posting lists 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM and also specifies availability for 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Be able to follow instructions and safety procedures.
Be comfortable standing for extended periods.
Be able to safely lift 50 to 60 pounds regularly.
Be comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Pass a pre-employment drug screening, including marijuana.
For direct hire, meet at least one of the following: six months of continuous employment with one employer within the past three years; at least six months of college, technical, or vocational education completed within the past 12 months; military service within the past five years with an honorable discharge; or a high school diploma or equivalent obtained within the past 12 months.

Nice To Haves

One year of continuous employment with one employer is preferred.
Manufacturing experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Set up workstations and prepare materials.
Load and unload materials.
Cut and assemble glass products.
Inspect products for quality.
Follow safety and production procedures.
Work as part of a team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package for employees and their dependents, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage.
Incentive plans.
401(k) with employer contribution and match.
Employee stock purchase plan with employer match.
Paid time off (vacation and sick time).
Paid holidays.
Tuition reimbursement program.
Employee assistance program (EAP).
Wellness program.
Training and career progression.