Product Development Associate Jobs in Springfield, MO

Primary location: Marshfield, Missouri
Relocation offered:
Employment status: Full-Time
Travel:
Non-compete: ((req_noncompete))
The estimated base salary range for this role is "x to X" per year.
Individual pay is based upon location, skills and expertise, experience and other relevant factors
What does it mean to work at Architectural Components Group, Inc. (ACGI), a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries?
It means being immersed in a supportive culture that recognizes you as a key player in Armstrong's future. We are a large company with a local feel, where you will get to know and collaborate with leadership and your colleagues across the company.
By joining us, you'll have the opportunity to make the most of your potential. Alongside a competitive remuneration package, you will receive:
A benefits package including: medical, dental, prescription drug, life insurance, 401k match, long-term disability coverage, vacation and sick time, and many more.
Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests.
A working culture that balances individual achievement with teamwork and collaboration. We draw on each other's strengths and allow for different work styles to build engagement and satisfaction to deliver results.
Process Job Description
Job Title: Production - Finish
Location: Marshfield MO
Function: Production/Operations
FLSA Status: Hourly - Non-exempt
Shift: 1st shift - 5am to 3:30pm
Schedule: Monday to Thursday 4/10, possible overtime on Friday/Saturday
Benefits: Prorated 80 hours of vacation and prorated 24 hours sick time, 10 paid holidays, 1 paid personal wellness day, STD, LTD, 401k match, medical/RX, dental, vison, life insurance and more.
Sign-on Bonus: $1,000 Total = $500 @ 3 months AND $500 @ 9 months of service.
Job Output:
We are seeking a wood finisher to join our team. The ideal candidate will have the desire to prepare and finish wood surfaces to meet high-quality standards. Responsibilities include sanding, staining, sealing and topcoating wood products. Must be detail-oriented and able to work independently or as part of a team.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Production needs include but are not limited to customer orders, inventory, product samples, and product development prototypes.
• Responsible for the safety and well-being of self as well as all associates within the facility.
• High attention to detail, accuracy, and quality of work.
• Responsible for sanding, staining, sealing and topcoating wood products, ensuring safe work practices as well as keeping the work area a safe work environment for all that work or enter the area.
• Ability to communicate with a team to ensure safety, quality and delivery expectations are met.
• Responsible for machine start-up, shut-down and Preventative Maintenance.
• Responsible for the accuracy and completeness of all paperwork coming into and leaving from the spray line.
• Communicate all key information to your Production Supervisor, 1st shift Team Lead and 2nd shift Team Lead in a timely manner.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None
Travel: 0%
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.
Required

• Dependable, punctual, good attendance.
• Must be detail oriented.
• Ability to interact well with others and work independently or as a team in the common pursuit of working safely while producing material that meets all quality attributes and standards.
• Ability to read, understand and follow Standard Work Sheets, Manufacturing Drawings, Routers and Travelers.
• Must be able to start up, shut down and make machine adjustments though a computer touch-screen.
• Must be able to distinguish between different color shades and utilize measuring devices to determine sheen and mil coating thicknesses.

Overtime
Must be able to read & understand Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
Desired

• Some knowledge of wood products and finishing preferred.
• 1-3 years of past manufacturing experience preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED

Physical Demands
The physical requirements 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.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Plant Environment - This position operates in a manufacturing setting and can be subject to occasional hot/cold temperatures; uneven walking surfaces with cords, tools and other obstacles; intermittent loud noises; and dusty or dirty conditions. Required PPE at this time: safety glasses, hearing protection, steel toe shoes and other department PPE. Other PPE available upon request.
This position is not exposed to adverse environmental conditions. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. PPE as required.
Education and/or Experience
No minimum education and/or experience required
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Prefer: OSHA 10 hour training
Competencies
Individual Contributor 1-6
Other Skills and Abilities
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Why should you join ACGI, a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries?
Armstrong World Industries (AWI) is a leader in the design and manufacture of innovative commercial and residential ceiling, wall and suspension system solutions in the Americas. With approximately $1.3B in revenue, AWI has about 3,600 employees and a manufacturing network of twenty-one facilities in North America.
At home, at work, in healthcare facilities, classrooms, stores, or restaurants, we offer interior solutions that help to enhance comfort, save time, improve building efficiency and overall performance, and create beautiful spaces.
For more than 160 years, we have built our business on trust and integrity. It set us apart then, and it sets us apart now, along with our ability to collaborate with and innovate for the people we're here to serve - our customers, our shareholders, our communities and our employees.
We are committed to developing new and sustainable ceiling solutions, with design and performance possibilities that make a positive difference in spaces where we live, work, learn, heal and play. It's an exciting, rewarding business to be in, and we're committed to continue to grow and prosper for the benefit of all of our stakeholders. We hope you join us.
Our Sustainability Ambition
"Bringing our Purpose to Life" - lead a transformation in the design and building of spaces fit for today and tomorrow.
We are committed to:

• Engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce;
• Transforming buildings from structures that shelter into structures that serve and preserve the health and well-being of people and planet;
• Pursuing sustainable, innovative solutions for spaces where we live, work, learn heal and play;
• Being a catalyst for change with all of our stakeholders; and
• Making a positive difference in the environments and communities we impact.

About the location (Marshfield MO)
Architectural Components Group, Inc. (ACGI), a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries, Inc. (AWI), is one of twenty AWI plants in North America. Our Marshfield plant in south western Missouri is conveniently located within 3 hours to large cities such as Tulsa, Kansas City, and St. Louis as well as within 30 minutes to the smaller city of Springfield. However, it's rural attributes serve to also attract outdoorsmen and nature enthusiasts. Eight large lakes are within an hour's drive, two smaller lakes are within 30 minutes. All offer an array of outdoor opportunities including fishing, boating, skiing, and sailing. Hiking, biking, wildlife areas, streams, and other river opportunities are within a short drive including the Niangua and Compton Hollow Conservation Areas just outside of Marshfield's city limits.
ACGI, a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries, is committed to engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce. As part of our dedication to diversity, AWI is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard for race, sex, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at by email at AWI talent acquisition and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.
Come and build your future with us and apply today!