Production Associate

PPG Industries • Sylmar, MD

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Production Associate supports manufacturing operations by setting up, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting production equipment used for machining, processing, assembly, or packaging. The role helps ensure products are available to customers and that equipment operates safely, reliably, and to quality standards.

The position is based in Sylmar, California, pays $26.12, and has an eight-hour Monday–Friday shift. Applicants must have access to information subject to ITAR and must be a U.S. citizen, green card holder, political asylee, or refugee. Applicants are required to provide one of the specified forms of identification with their application.

PPG describes its workplace as focused on customer service, purposeful and fast action, operational excellence, competition, safety, integrity, and valuing diverse perspectives. The company states that it provides equal opportunity and opportunities for career growth and continuous learning. Benefits vary by location and are discussed during the hiring process.

Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds consistently throughout the day.
• Mechanical inclination and ability to use hand tools.
• Must be a U.S. citizen, green card holder, political asylee, or refugee, and have use of or access to information subject to ITAR.
• Must provide one of the specified forms of identification as part of the application: passport, birth certificate, certificate of naturalization (USCIS Form N-550 or N-570), or permanent resident card (USCIS Form I-551).

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up production equipment and supplies before carrying out job orders.
• Operate production equipment safely and effectively.
• Maintain equipment in good and safe working condition.
• Inspect equipment for replacement needs, malfunctions, and repairs.
• Perform regular equipment maintenance to support production capacity and quality.
• Help junior operators with their assigned responsibilities.
• Repair and clean equipment when needed.
• Evaluate equipment performance and recommend improvements.
• Operate trucks and other industrial vehicles to transfer production equipment between the warehouse and work area.
• Follow safety procedures and company policies when operating equipment.

Benefits

• PPG offers employee benefit programs intended to support employee health and well-being; specific benefits and coverage depend on location and applicable plan terms and are discussed during the hiring process.
• PPG describes opportunities for career growth and continuous learning.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed