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Skilled Machine Operator

Carlex Glass America, LLC
Auburn, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 7/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/17/2026

If you have 2 years of experience as a Skilled Machine Operator and can work our 12-hour 3-2-2-3 schedule, consider Carlex.

KEY TASKS

  • Understand and follow work instructions and control plans.
  • Communicate with other operators to assure a steady product flow.
  • Operate multiple machines along with other key tasks such as changeovers
  • Perform regular checks such as part quality, gaging, sag mapping, xenon light distortion check, etc.
  • Perform production reporting through GMAPS.
  • Maintain an organized clean work environment. 5S
  • Perform other departmental job duties when directed by supervision
  • Perform required PPE, location and purpose of all lock outs and E-stops
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment keeping the process running
  • Handle all types of glass safely

KEY COMPETENCIES

  • Strong and consistent attendance record
  • Strong willingness to learn new skill sets and have a teachable attitude.
  • Ability to keep calm while balancing numerous responsibilities.
  • Ability to take initiative in communicating with upstream process in a self-motivated approach to assume responsibility of the process.
  • Lead by a strong work ethic and pro-active in completing diverse tasks.
  • Excellent trouble shooting and problem-solving skills.
  • Understands required PPE, and purpose of all lockouts and e-stops

REQUIREMENTS

Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Years of Experience: Minimum of 2 years' operator experience.

Other Requirements:

  • Ability to learn and follow procedures while working safely in a manufacturing environment.
  • Work a 12-hour shift on a rotating 3-2-2-3 schedule and work overtime as needed.
  • Able to lift 45-50 lbs regularly and/or occasionally able to walk 5-10 feet while carrying a 45-50 lb. windshield.
  • Able to raise objects from a lower to higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position.
  • Repetitive movements of wrists, hands and/or fingers
  • Repetitive twisting and bending of upper & lower body.
  • Work in extreme heat and humidity.
  • Regular and predictable attendance required.
  • Cooperate within teams to carry out tasks and responsibilities.
  • Overtime may be required as workload or projects dictate, including weekends and holidays.
  • Able to stand on concrete for extended periods of time.
  • Some type of computer knowledge.

Pay: $18.03 - $26.54 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • On-the-job training
  • Paid time off
  • Prescription drug insurance
  • Referral program
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Benefits:

Health Insurance, 401K Plan, Vacation & Paid Time Off

Salary : $18 - $27

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