Production Associate- Manufacturing
About The Position
The Production Associate works in a manufacturing facility in Knoxville, Tennessee, moving and handling glass and other materials to support the production process. The position involves transporting products between locations, reading and attaching labels, inspecting product quality, using equipment, and rotating among different production functions. Associates are expected to maintain a safe and clean work area, attend work regularly, and follow safety policies and procedures. The role requires independently lifting up to 75 pounds and moving glass for eight or more hours per day. First-shift hours depend on the department and are typically 6:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. or 7:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. Pay is $18 per hour. The employer states that benefits begin on day one and offers quarterly bonus opportunities and monthly performance bonus incentives based on branch and individual performance.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Must be able to independently lift 75 pounds.
- Ability to read, understand, and communicate paperwork and labels.
- Ability to read and interpret basic mathematical measurements and use a tape measure effectively.
- Flexible work availability; work is typically Monday through Friday, with occasional weekends.
- One year of previous work experience in a warehouse, manufacturing, or production facility is highly preferred.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Forklift experience is a plus.
- Overhead crane experience is a plus.
- One year of previous work experience in a warehouse, manufacturing, or production facility is highly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Move glass from tables, furnaces, rolling racks, delivery trucks, and wood crates for eight or more hours per day.
- Transport materials, including glass, between positions and locations to expedite production.
- Read and attach appropriate labels and tags to products.
- Perform quality inspections and operate equipment or manually maneuver equipment.
- Understand the facility layout to ensure proper product flow.
- Perform different job functions on a rotating basis and be available to work in all areas of production.
- Inspect products for abnormalities and immediately notify a supervisor of issues, such as fabrication problems or logo placement.
- Use a tape measure to ensure products meet specifications.
- Maintain a safe and clean work area.
- Maintain regular and predictable attendance and follow safety policies and procedures.
Benefits
- Health insurance beginning on day one.
- Dental insurance beginning on day one.
- Vision insurance beginning on day one.
- Life insurance beginning on day one.
- Short- and long-term disability coverage.
- Quarterly bonus opportunities.
- Monthly performance bonus incentives based on branch and individual performance.
- Wellness initiative, including access to a financial training program.
- 401(k) employer match, 100% vested after one year.
- Health Savings Account employer match, immediately 100% vested, for participating employees.
- Employer covers most of the cost of benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
