Production Worker

Job Title: Production Worker

Duration: 12 months, possibility of extension

Location: Vandergrift, PA

Shift: Mon-Thurs, 6am - 4:30pm

PPE: Workers must wear steel-toed shoes. Client will provide other PPE.

Job Description:

• To support operations within a manufacturing or pilot production environment.
• This role is responsible for performing a variety of production, assembly, material handling, inspection, and equipment support tasks in accordance with established work instructions, safety requirements, and quality standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee Hegla Galactic fully automated glass cutting equipment to cut glass lites to required sizes for production in IGUs and windows
• Perform manual glass separation of discrete glass sheets from mother sheets
• Load glass carts and stage materials for production sequencing
• Inspect incoming glass and completed IGUs for defects
• Operate lift-assist equipment to move IGUs (up to 50 lbs.) from the production line onto stationary A-frames or carts
• Work closely with Operations Supervisors and Engineering teams to identify glass defects, equipment issues, or process challenges
• Build crates for IGU storage and shipping; stage completed parts for freight pickup

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED required; Technology AAS degree preferred
• 2–3 years of experience in manufacturing, production, assembly, warehouse, or other industrial environments
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment

Tool Usage and Lifting Requirements:

• Basic knowledge of hand tools required for occasional equipment adjustments or modifications
• Use of suction cup tools for handling and moving large flat glass pieces
• Some tasks may require a two-person lift
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally, though not in high volume or repetitive frequency required