Production Technician

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJob Title: Production TechnicianLocation: Nashville, TNSalary: $20.91/hrEmployment Type: Direct Hire (On-Site, Union Production Facility)Shifts Available: 1st: 6AM-2PM | 2nd: 2PM-10PM | 3rd: 10PM-6AMJob SummaryJoin a growing automotive glass manufacturer as a Production Technician in Nashville, TN! This plant is adding more than 100 new positions through 2026, which means real stability and long-term career potential.As a Production Technician, you’ll keep the line running safely and turning out quality product every shift. You’ll monitor and fine-tune processes to improve yields, reduce waste, lower cycle times, and cut operating costs, and you’ll be a go-to resource for operators on the floor. If you take pride in safety, quality, and showing up for your team, this is a great place to grow.Required Skills & Qualifications● High School diploma or GED● 1-2 years previous manufacturing facility experience● Reliable, good attendance to report for all scheduled shifts on time and complete shifts.● Must be able to work flexible hours and potentially on call 24/7.● Work activities on the production floor, exposure to plant equipment and safety hazards.● Steel toe shoes, safety glasses, hearing protection and dress code are required.Preferred Skills & Qualifications● Results Oriented: Strong work ethic, self-motivated with initiative and drive to complete work on time and deliver excellent work product/service. Dedication and commitment to complete all assignments/tasks, even when faced with resistance and setbacks.● Team Relations: Team player, cooperative, with the demonstrated ability to quickly find common ground and resolve problems for cohesiveness and harmony among co-workers and the company.● Detail Focus: Measure and monitor processes, progress and results. Must be able to multi-task in effort to achieve goals. Demonstrate ability to troubleshoot process flow continuity.● Adhere to key practices and procedures.Day-to-Day Responsibilities● Monitor processes and make adjustments as needed to improve yields, reduce waste, lower cycle times, and reduce overall operational costs.● Investigate causes of defects.● Develop operating procedure as necessary.● Review procedures and processes and make adjustments as needed to improve operations.● Train operations employees in the manufacturing process, oversee work defects, and perform operator certification.● Evaluate processing equipment for proper functioning. Make adjustments and repairs as needed to adjust or fix equipment. Teach operators to run controls and fix equipment.● Set-up processes during prototype development.● Regular attendance, report to work on time for all scheduled shifts, and complete all shifts.● Work overtime and flexible shifts as required.● Work cooperatively with others.● Work with internal and external customers on quality issues.● Work with suppliers on cost and quality issues as needed.● Generate and maintain appropriate records as required.● Stand on concrete for 12 hours.● Perform other reasonable tasks as required by Supervisor or Team Lead.● Participate and embrace continuous improvement actions.● Work in team environment and participate in team meetings.● Other duties as assigned.Physical and Environment RequirementsPhysical expectations and working conditions associated with the job may include: standing, walking, or sitting for extended periods, lifting up to 25–50 lbs depending on role & other work that may be performed in a manufacturing, warehouse, or office environment.Company Benefits & Culture● Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package● Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits● Stable, team-oriented manufacturing environment● Professional growth and advancement opportunities● Strong focus on safety, accountability, and operational excellenceINDQSS3