Multi-Department Production Associate

About Susquehanna Glass Company Susquehanna Glass Company has been a world-leading glass decorating company since 1910. Headquartered in Columbia, Pennsylvania, we are a third-generation, family-owned business built on a tradition of artisanship and we are dedicated to crafting high-quality, personalized gifts that celebrate and strengthen relationships. We partner with global brands like Zulily, Wayfair, Amazon and Williams-Sonoma to create and distribute memorable tabletop gifts. We are growing! We have several production associate positions - both full-time and part-time - available today. We are looking for highly motivated individuals who take pride in doing quality work and are looking to be a part of a family-owned business that prioritizes a collaborative environment. We prioritize training and enrichment and there are many opportunities for advancement, skill-building, and training. Multi-Department Production Associate Susquehanna Glass Company is seeking a reliable and versatile Multi-Department Production Associate to join our growing team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and is willing to learn multiple processes across various departments. The right candidate will play a key role in maintaining product quality, meeting production goals, and supporting overall operations. The ideal applicant must be energetic and upbeat and have a strong initiative to complete tasks on their own. Applicants should also be willing to be cross trained and should be flexible with switching between various tasks throughout the day. In this role, you will be responsible for some of our core production processes, including masking a glass, packing glassware for shipment, running the dishwasher, operating a sand blaster, performing quality control and using a computer to ship products. In this role, you may be cross-trained across several different departments including deep-etching, ornament decorating, laser engraving, and shipping and receiving.

Job requirements:

All employees must complete SGC's training program Meet daily production quota (as specified by your team Lead) Come to work every day with a great attitude and strong work ethic Be adaptable and open to being trained to work in multiple departments Read and follow work orders to fulfill customer specifications Perform quality control by making sure each piece meets our high quality standards Rotate between various production departments as needed Operate machinery and equipment safely and efficiently Inspect products for quality and consistency Package finished goods according to company standards Maintain a clean and organized work area

Qualifications:

Previous manufacturing or production experience preferred, but not required Ability to learn multiple processes and adapt quickly Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality Dependable with a strong work ethic Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50lbs Ability to read and write English Team-oriented mindset with good communication skills Job Positions by

Department Note:

All job positions require employees to be able to read and understand a work order. Deep Etch Department Masker A masker is responsible for pulling glassware from inventory and applying a blue sticker-like material to each piece of glass. It is important that each sticker is straight, applied at the correct height, and adhered to the glass properly. Taper A taper is required to apply masking tape around the edges of each sticker once applied to the glassware, ensuring that the registration lines are completely covered and the engravable image is not affected. Sand Blaster A sand blaster is responsible for operating a sand blasting machine which uses high pressure air and sand to etch an image into glassware. As a sandblaster, you must ensure that each piece of glass is blasted evenly and deeply, without breaking the product. Washer The washer received the etched products from the sand blaster and uses a commercial hot water dish washing machine to clean the glassware and then removes all sticker and tape material. This is one of the most important roles in the assembly line, as the washer is also responsible for quality assurance. Packer Packers must be sure each order is complete and everything matches the work order before packing the product. They are also responsible for making sure each order is packed in the correct box, with the correct packaging material and inserts. Laser Department Laser Operator A laser operator in our laser department uses a variety of different types of lasers; UV Galvo lasers, CO2 galvo lasers, and a gantry style laser. While this equipment is not hard to operate, a basic knowledge of Windows, navigating file systems, and graphic software (Adobe Illustrator) is preferred. A laser operator will choose the correct file setups for each specific product, load the customized artwork, and start the laser equipment. At times we repeat the same logo on the same product hundreds of times. Each product generally takes 30 seconds - 2 mins to laser, during which time the operator will focus on unboxing the next product, or cleaning off the latest one to be lasered. A laser operator is also responsible for checking the quality of each product. Shipping & Receiving S&R Associate As a Shipping and Receiving Associate, you will be responsible for unloading delivery trucks using a pallet jack, forklift, or other warehouse equipment, reviewing inbound shipments and verifying items and quantities before taking delivery, signing Bill of Ladings and receiving documentation. You will be in charge of keeping stock items organized and moving materials in and out of work areas and storage as required. Shipping and Receiving Associates are also responsible ensuring daily pick-ups are prepared in a timely manner, and loading them onto mail service trucks such as UPS, FedEx, and Mail Innovations. Customer service assistance may also be necessary for customer pick-ups and deliveries. Must have a valid PA driver's license and forklift experience. Shipper Shippers are required to process the shipment of each order by scanning the barcode on the work order, selecting the correct box size, and weighing the product. It is important to make sure all of the information on the work order matches the information on the ship station computer before processing the label. The shipping labels get applied to each box and the boxes are then sorted by delivery service. This shipper must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Additional role details:

You may need to stand for up to 8 hours. There are two paid 15-minute breaks and one unpaid 30 minute lunch break. Work may be repetitive at times. In general, work hours are from Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:30PM. Occasional Saturday work may be required. Pay begins at $14 per hour, with many opportunities for advancement

Susquehanna Glass Company Values:

We've been in business for more than one hundred years and we believe our longstanding success is founded on our values: We value authenticity and our heritage of artisanship We value our core identity as a family company We value our community and vow to be a force for good in Columbia, Pennsylvania We value moments of celebration, delight, joy, and playfulness, both in our company culture and in what we make We value fairness, integrity, honesty and trust We value strong relationships Susquehanna Glass Company is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Pay:

From $14.00 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible schedule Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred) Shift availability: Day Shift (Preferred) Ability to

Commute:

Columbia, PA 17512 (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person