About This Role…
The Production Assistant plays a critical role in supporting manufacturing operations by assisting machine operators in the production, packaging, labeling, and inspection of finished goods. This position helps ensure production schedules are met while maintaining high standards for quality, safety, and efficiency. By supporting day-to-day manufacturing activities, the Production Assistant contributes directly to customer satisfaction and Gibraltar's operational success. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy hands-on work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
What You'll Do
- Assist machine operators by catching and organizing products as they are produced.
- Assemble cardboard boxes and packaging materials to support production requirements.
- Package finished products using appropriate taping, gluing, banding, and labeling methods.
- Verify product quantities, labels, and packaging specifications before shipment.
- Stack and organize finished goods onto pallets according to established standards.
- Monitor products for defects and escalate quality concerns as needed.
- Support 5S and housekeeping initiatives to maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Promote a strong safety culture by following safety procedures and wearing required PPE.
- Maintain reliable attendance and support overtime requirements when necessary.
- Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
What Success Looks Like
In your first year, you will:
- Consistently support production schedules by maintaining productivity and efficiency.
- Demonstrate a commitment to workplace safety and quality standards.
- Accurately package, label, and prepare finished products for shipment.
- Build strong working relationships with machine operators and production team members.
- Contribute to a clean, organized, and efficient manufacturing environment through 5S initiatives.
- Maintain dependable attendance and flexibility to support business needs.
What You'll Bring
Must-Haves
- Less than a high school education, high school diploma/GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- One to three months of manufacturing, warehouse, production, or related work experience preferred.
- Ability to read, write, and communicate basic English.
- Basic math skills, including the ability to add, subtract, count, and work with simple measurements.
- Ability to follow safety rules, operating instructions, and standard work procedures.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, and lift up to 50 pounds throughout the workday.
- Ability to work in varying temperatures, noise levels, and industrial manufacturing environments.
- Authorization to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.
Nice-to-Haves
- Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
- Experience working with packaging, labeling, palletizing, or shipping processes.
- Knowledge of 5S, Lean Manufacturing, or continuous improvement principles.
- Forklift or material handling experience.
Location, Travel and Compensation
- On-site role located in Myrtle Beach, SC.
- Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM.
- Overtime may be required, including occasional evenings and weekends.
- The estimated salary range for this role is $16-20/hr.
Who We Are
Gibraltar is a leading manufacturer of products and services for the residential, agtech and infrastructure markets. We are driven by a simple but powerful purpose: to build solutions that make life better – for the people and the planet. Across our businesses, we empower our people to make a real impact – whether that is improving processes, building stronger teams, or delivering innovative solutions.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Gibraltar is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and gives all applicants for employment equal consideration regardless of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, arrest record, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, transgender status, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, Gibraltar will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities who need an accommodation to fully participate in the application process.