Production Associate Weekend Shift

Carlex Glass America, LLC•Auburn, IN

About The Position

Carlex is hiring a Production Associate for a weekend swing schedule. The role involves general manufacturing and production work, including loading and unloading parts, assembly, machine operation, changeovers, and quality checks. Associates follow work instructions and control plans, enter information into quality systems and GMaPS when required, maintain a clean and organized work area, and handle glass safely. The position requires working a 12-hour weekend shift and overtime as needed. Starting pay is $19.75 per hour, with a weekly attendance bonus of $1–$2 per hour depending on position and an opportunity to earn a quarterly incentive bonus of up to $750.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Minimum of 1 year of manufacturing experience preferred.
Ability to work a 12-hour shift on the weekend swing schedule, with the schedule described as Thursday–Sunday and Friday–Sunday.
Ability to work required overtime, including weekends and holidays, as workload or projects dictate.
Ability to learn and follow procedures while working safely in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to lift 45–50 pounds regularly and/or occasionally walk 5–10 feet while carrying a 45–50-pound windshield.
Ability to raise objects from a lower to a higher position or move objects horizontally from position to position.
Ability to assemble components on glass, including picking, pinching, and fingering objects.
Ability to perform repetitive movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers, and repetitive twisting and bending of the upper and lower body.
Ability to work in extreme heat and humidity.
Ability to stand on concrete for extended periods.
Some computer knowledge.
Excellent attendance and attitude.
Hands-on approach to problem solving and analysis.
Ability and willingness to uphold Carlex values of Safety, Customer Focused, Teamwork, Excellence, and Trust.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 1 year of manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

Load and unload parts, assemble components, and perform other general production duties as assigned.
Understand and follow work instructions and control plans.
Operate machines and perform tasks such as changeovers.
Conduct quality checks and enter data into the quality system to keep the process nominal; enter GMaPS data when required.
Maintain an organized, clean work environment using 5S.
Perform other departmental duties when directed by supervision.
Understand required PPE and the location and purpose of lockouts and emergency stops.
Work in a fast-paced environment while keeping the process running.
Handle all types of glass safely.
Cooperate within teams to carry out tasks and responsibilities.
Attend work regularly and predictably.