Production Associate

As a Production Associate at PPG, you will help support manufacturing operations by safely processing, inspecting, handling, and preparing products throughout the production cycle. You will operate production equipment, loading and unloading parts, performing quality inspections, and ensuring finished products meet PPG's quality and safety standards.

You will be reporting to the Production and Shipping Supervisor.

Key Responsibilities

• Load and unload racks of parts throughout the production process.

• Mask and unmask parts according to production specifications and customer requirements.

• Inspect parts and products as they move through production lines to ensure quality standards are met.

• Identify, document, and process rejected or non-conforming materials.

• Perform touch-up and rework activities on products.

• Move, pack, sort, and organize raw materials and finished goods.

• Operate and maintain manufacturing and production equipment.

• Troubleshoot basic equipment or process issues and escalate concerns.

• Monitor product quality and identify defective materials or finished products.

• Support production processes including machining, assembly, processing, packaging, and material handling activities.

• Operate hoists and other material-handling equipment where required.

• Maintain accurate production and quality records.

• Follow all safety procedures, operational standards, and work instructions.

• Maintain a clean and organized work environment following 5S and housekeeping standards.

• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet production goals and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

• Previous experience in a manufacturing, production, warehouse, or industrial environment.

• Ability to read and follow work instructions, standard operating procedures, and safety guidelines.

• Ability to safely operate manufacturing equipment and tools, to lift, carry, push, and pull materials up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Shift

Morning shift 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM from Monday to Friday and weekend if possible.

Hourly rate starting at $23.60/hour.

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This is a backfill position.

About us:

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD™

Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPG on X.

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

If you need an adjustment due to a disability, please email [email protected].

About us: 

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD® 

Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPG on X. 

The PPG Way 2030  

We are customer champions 

Proactive. Bold. Trustworthy. Everything we do starts with our customers. We listen, move fast and don’t stop until we solve their biggest challenges. When our customers win, we all grow. 

We act with purpose and speed 

Agile. Data-driven. Empowered. We take smart risks to stay ahead of the competition. We work proactively with agility, using quality data to develop solutions that create value.  

We are excellent operators 

Productive. Collaborative. Accountable. No matter our role, we identify problems, take ownership and always bring solutions. We are both proactive and responsive to drive continuous improvement and deliver results. We support our frontline, the faces of PPG to our customers.   

We compete to win 

Future-focused. Driven. Ambitious. We are passionate about growing our business and winning with our customers. We deliver results, embrace new technologies and leverage agility and speed as strengths. 

We are PPG proud 

Strong. United. Passionate. We work safely, act with integrity and value our diverse perspectives. We celebrate achievements and take pride in the positive impact we create together to protect and beautify the world. 

At PPG we use AI in the hiring process to make the process more efficient. AI tools do not make hiring decisions. You can learn more by going to  https://careers.ppg.com/us/en/candidate-resources.  

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.  

If you need an adjustment due to a disability, please email [email protected]. 

PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.  
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.  Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process. 

PPG values your feedback on our recruiting process. We encourage you to visit Glassdoor.com and provide feedback on the process, so that we can do better today than yesterday.