Lab Specialist Lv 3

The Level III Specialist for the PGTI iLab Glass is responsible for coordinating setup for all lines in iLab glass production including Cutting/Edging/Lamination/IG and shipping. The Level III specialist will be responsible for mentoring and developing the Level I, and Level II specialist. They will be capable of running all machines an all iLab glass production areas, and help with general maintenance when needed. They will be capable of backfill in any process through iLab production.

What You'll Do

Primary:

• Assist team leader in coordinating production set up in all iLab production areas including Cutting, edging, lamination, IG and shipping.
• Operate and setup CNC / automated equipment
• Maintains a safe working environment
• Run production in line with the build report
• Operate cutters, edger, Burkel oven, IG line
• Ensure products conform to design intent and meets defined quality standards
• Assist in establishing and refining Quality Standards
• Ensure equipment is clean, safe, and can perform general maintenance/adjustments when required.
• Follows and establishes operator care procedures
• Assist with development of Level I, and Level II Specialists
  
  

Secondary-

• Perform all processes to make correct transactions for glass tracking
• Help develop enhanced flow processes for iLab glass production
• Train TMs in primary areas
• Participates in inventory management
• Participates in safety projects- 1 project each quarter
• Train Level II specialists to track glass from build reports through shipping processes
• Understand process improvement opportunities from a safety, quality, and efficiency standpoint
• Participate in equipment installations and runoffs
• Provide input to establish safe, efficient processes, with a focus on quality
• Perform Op Cares on all equipment in IGA8, Glass line cutter, CMS, Burkle
  
  

Other-

• Will establish best practices, and assist in training when the time comes to move the product to another facility for full time production
• Collaborate with engineering to learn new processes for new designs
• Understand process improvement opportunities from a safety, quality, and efficiency standpoint
  
  

Who You Are

• BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES:
• Maintain good attendance, and plans time off
• Always wear correct PPE
• Maintain a positive attitude towards work requirements
• Stay focused on safety, quality, and job tasks.
• Support fellow team members.
• Communicate ideas, or concerns with supervisor
  

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Hands-on mechanical skills required - working knowledge of tools such as CNC, glass cutter, burkle oven, IG Auto, and Manual lines, etc. required
• Experience with CNC setup, programing, and optimizing
• Ability to handle multiple products/assemblies on the same line
• Experience driving a Forklift preferred
• Understands how to read tape measure
• Understand how to use a micrometer
• Drawing interpretation
• Experience in glass production
• Expert in glass makeups. Label, and rack report reading
• Knowledge of ERP systems preferred- Pref, Frontier, PMC preferred
  
  

LANGUAGE / COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Excellent verbal skills

Mathematical Skills

Strong mathematical skills

REASONING ABILITY

• Ability to recognize equipment/fabrication anomalies, and trouble shoot.
• Ability to work in run order from a production schedule/ build report
  
  

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Must receive Lock Out / Tag Out certification red
• Has experience with driving a Forklift, and can pass PGT Forklift certification
  
  

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to stand for long hours
• Ability to wear PPE- Glass jackets, safety glasses, glass gloves, chaps, steal toe shoes etc.
• Frequent use of eye, hand, and finger coordination enabling the use of manufacturing equipment
• Oral and auditory capacity enabling interpersonal communication as well as communication through automated devices such as the telephone
• Lifting on manufacturing floor of glass
• Manufacturing floor performing cutting, lamination, and assembly of glass and equipment upkeep
  
  

Who We Are

On March 28, 2024, PGT Innovations was successfully acquired by MITER Brands and incorporated into the organization’s portfolio. MITER Brands is a family of leading window and door brands united by a passion for quality and relentless pursuit of 100% .

WHY WE’RE DIFFERENT

We have one purpose: Build the most valued window and door brand in America. But, like all great things, that journey starts by bringing together a team of the most passionate, experienced and dedicated window experts in the industry. From our team to our customers and our communities, we strive to inspire deeper engagements and new possibilities for all. Because we believe that business is always personal.

PEOPLE FIRST ISN'T JUST A CATCHPHRASE.

It's a value we live every day. We make investments for the long-haul, to ensure the success of all. Because when our people win, we all win.

DOING THE RIGHT THING IS IN OUR DNA.

Through best practices, strategic investments and our relentless Pursuit of 100%, we strive for higher quality, greater precision and more efficiency in everything we do.

WE SERVE OUR CUSTOMERS AT A DEPTH THAT OTHERS CANNOT.

We find every opportunity to deliver seamless engagements and the extraordinary experiences that lead to valued, long-lasting relationships.