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Production Associate - 1st Shift

Associated Materials Innovations, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States


Production Associate - Cedar Rapids
Join the Associated Materials Innovations team at Associated Materials, LLC, and be AMazing with us!

Who We Are
At Associated Materials Innovations, we combine our rich history in innovation with an unwavering commitment to continuous improvement of the customer experience. For decades, we have provided vinyl windows, siding, and metal building products that have helped build homes and communities across North America. As a leading manufacturer of exterior building products and preferred product manufacturer for Alside, you'll have the opportunity to contribute ideas in a welcoming and supportive work environment driven by safety and our core values. Join the AMI team where you can be AMazing as we shape our future together.

What To Expect

Operate equipment or machinery and assemble window components using a tape measure and other hand tools.

Inspect product throughout the process, looking for defects using a strong attention to detail and an eye for quality.

Engage in various aspects of the manufacturing process, including loading machines, packing finished products, pulling items, and preparing labels/stickers.

Maintain a safe and clean work environment within assigned and surrounding workspace while ensuring to meet all safety standards and practices.

Commit to cross‑training, learning multiple positions, and developing your skill set further.

What We're Looking For

High school diploma or GED, or equivalent work experience. 1‑2 years of manufacturing experience preferred but not required. If you have the drive to learn, we will train you.

Proficiency in spoken and written English sufficient to read and understand safety procedures, hazard warnings, and equipment operating instructions.

Accurately complete production records, quality checklists, and incident reports in English.

Communicate effectively with supervisors, maintenance personnel, and team members to ensure safe and efficient operations.

Ability to adapt in a fast‑paced environment and motivation to become well‑versed within multiple areas of operations.

Strong attention to detail and willingness to work independently or as part of a team, contributing to all areas of operations.

Understand how to collaborate with a variety of different people and roles.

Commit to cross‑training, learning, and developing your skill set further.

A valued member of a diverse team, taking pride in building a team together.

Physical Requirements

Work in a manufacturing plant environment with moving machinery that produces noise; temperature can range from extreme cold to extreme heat.

Physical demands include standing, walking, sitting, lifting, carrying, climbing, pushing/pulling, forward bending, reaching, kneeling, crouching, squatting, crawling, postural balancing, manipulating, trunk rotation, handling, gripping, and talking (hearing).

Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs without assistance; in certain positions, 80‑100 lbs with assistance.

Employees must wear personal protective equipment issued for that location.

Benefits Of Working With Associated Materials

Competitive wage

Opportunity for growth

Long standing business model in a changing market

Premier company culture

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

401(k) matching

Paid time off, holiday pay

Discount programs

About Us
When you join AMI, you are part of a leading North American manufacturing business of vinyl windows, cladding, metal siding, trim, and other essential exterior building products for residential, light commercial, and multifamily projects. In 2022, we introduced our composite cladding system, a first‑of‑its‑kind solution featuring exclusive (GP)2 technology. Headquartered in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, AMI is part of Associated Materials, LLC, which owns and operates 10 manufacturing facilities in North America including a distribution center.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Associated Materials, LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local law, regulation, or ordinance. We also make reasonable accommodations for disabled employees and applicants, as required by law.

Additional Information
The actual wage offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job‑related knowledge, skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal pay parity. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate. Click to learn more about benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled

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