Production Associate

Come be an Employee-Owner of one of the nation's largest producers of metal roofing and siding! We sell, manufacture, build, and distribute metal building components and packages. Since 1988 we've grown to over 15 locations nationwide. We make raving fans of our customers with our "right, on time, every time" commitment.

So, who are we looking for?

People who "Own It"- Commitment to the customer, the company, and each other:

• You are customer-focused with an eye for detail.
• You are reliable.

People who "Can Do" - Our Attitude:

• You are an innovative thinker pursuing continuous improvement.
• You embrace teamwork.
• You want to positively make an impact and open to change.

People who "Act in Love"- Treats others with humility, respect, kindness, honesty, patience, and self-control.

• You enjoy giving back to your community. We take great pride in the communities we live in, so we give back with our time and talents. Each year you can take paid time off to support a cause close to your heart.

And what will you do?

Summary:

The Production Associate assists with manufacturing, production tasks and quality control. This role will have knowledge of standard practices and safety procedures. Provides "Right. On Time. Every Time." products and customer service, both to external and internal customers, within company standards.

Core Functions:

• Follows all plant safety procedures and uses all applicable personal protective equipment (PPE). Holds other team members accountable for following all safety procedures, environmental control, process control and quality control practices.
• Follows all setup procedures and work instructions as documented in the Operations System.
• Reports all machinery issues to Maintenance promptly.
• Cleans and resets the assigned equipment and designated parking area at the end of each shift, including but not limited to washing, dusting, vacuuming the unit, sweeping the floor, placing items in the proper storage area, stacking pallets, restocking packaging, and dumping trash.
• Accurately updates all records and visual tracking, whether written or electronic.
• Cross-trains as directed and is willing to work at any production position in the plant, on a as needed basis.
• Completes work as directed by plant management.
• Performs a variety of production tasks utilizing low complexity process equipment, hand tools and power tools common to the fabrication industry.
• Coates or touch up finished goods utilizing brushes, rollers and/or spray guns.
• Marks or tag material with proper job number, piece marks, and other identifying marks.
• Assist different production processes by loading, offloading, and moving materials and finished products, manually or with hoists or cranes.

Performs other duties and activities related to the department as necessary to support overall operations and responsibilities, even if not specifically listed above.

Key Measures of Success:

• Ability to operate assigned task and cross-train in similar jobs or jobs one level up on complexity.
• Demonstrates good/excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Customer and detailed oriented.
• Exhibits a continuous improvement mindset with ability to verbalize ideas for process and workflow improvements.
• Ability to use/read common measuring tools in the manufacturing and fabrication industry, do basic mathematical calculations, and use a calculator.
• Ability to learn production operations.
• Consistently exhibits and displays the company's values of "Own It. Can Do. Act in Love."
• Own It- Commitment to customer, company, and each other.
• Can Do- Team Player, Open to Change, & Pursuing continuous improvement.
• Act in Love- Treating others with humility, respectfulness, kindness, honesty, patience, and self-control.

Education & Experience:

Minimum Required:

• High School diploma or equivalent

Physical Demands & Work Environment:

This role involves working in environments that may be loud, non-temperature-controlled, and exposed to outdoor weather conditions. Employees frequently interact with machinery, moving objects, and vehicles.

Key Physical Requirements:

• Regular activities: standing, walking, talking, hearing, and performing tasks requiring fine motor skills (e.g., reaching, pushing, pulling, grasping, kneeling, crouching, twisting, and bending).
• Occasional activities: sitting, climbing, crawling, and lifting items weighing up to 35-55 lbs.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform core functions.

Travel:

Ability to work at other facilities, weekends, other shifts and to be on call.

Benefits Offered:

At Central States, we are an ESOP. That means each one of our employees is an owner of the company and receives an allocation of stock every year. This allows all of our employees to share in the wealth and success of the company. We also offer:

• 401K Match
• Education assistance available- Up to $5,250 each year
• Profit-Sharing bonus or own it bonus
• Medical- 100% employer-paid coverage available
• Dental
• Vision
• Holiday pay
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program providing Confidential Emotional Support, Work and Lifestyle Support, Legal Guidance, Financial Resources and Digital Support
• Care Guides to help employees navigate the complex healthcare system
• Life insurance- 1.5x annual salary- 100% employer paid
• Wellness Program - earn up to $1,200 annually when enrolling in a medical plan!
• Health Savings Accounts
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability- 100% employer paid
• Performance based merit increases
• SHINE program- Employee Financial Assistance and Dependent Scholarships!

Central States Manufacturing, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.