planner/scheduler

maintenance technician

AGC Automotive Americas

This place is a consistent failure of management and poor decisions, it has swapped plant managers so many times at this point and nobody knows what goes on with management,

HR is near impossible to contact and will frequently not respond after promising something, To get hired on alone was a massive nightmare after being a temp for a while.  But with the current awful temp service in place firing all our best workers constantly and leaving us on drained skeleton crews. it just isn't a place to work.

You will not move up or be promoted beyond simply working as a production associate, Most roles you can strive for get removed and tossed away or will be occupied indirectly by someone who isn't even there to fulfill that role for months straight.

All the good temps we've had get fired because the staffing service doesn't like them, All the bad temps disappear into the bathrooms or smoke shacks. you're gonna be working on a thin crew especially on nightshift.

Often times you will either be cut short an amount of days or given more days than you're needed, You will frequently be asked to come in on days where you genuinely have no work and nobody knows what to do other than to send you to another line, That's good or bad for some, it depends on who you are and what your wanting in terms of overtime.

You'll meet really good people there on the working level, but you'll also quickly realize management is nearly non-existent and will very rarely come out of their office. If you have an issue or a concern or are trying to get hired on or promoted, you'd be better off getting a job elsewhere.

This is not a good place for long term work. Maybe for a quick burst of cash, but don't expect it to last long.

What is the best part of working at the company?
Easy as there is no new business coming in.

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Leadership does not care about the state of the business, and the company is financially unstable. The leadership team is made up of legacy AGC employees with little to no outside automotive knowledge. ERP systems are being developed and little to no tracking of supplier information.

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
The culture is very old with many employees existing from the start of the company 30+ years ago. There are a lot of politics, and if a new person comes in with good ideas, they either get let go, or pushed out.

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Doing my job to the best of my ability, and trying to find things to work on as the company is being desourced from customers, and no new business coming in. Most of the day is working with finance and purchasing to get suppliers paid due to struggling company financials.

The jobs provided at AGC are not difficult, but the employees are never praised for their work.  You will be required to work unreasonable amounts of overtime due to the short staffing. If you are one of the ‘company favorites’ then you can get away with anything. 
The 10 point system doesn’t matter due to short staffing unless they are actively trying to fire someone (there is currently multiple employees with over 12 points).
The new plant manager is doing what he can to cut costs, including getting rid of the pallets of water used to hydrate the employees in 110+ degree temperatures, getting rid of the company cookout, and most promotional positions that open up are not able to be filled because the positions are being taken away. 

There is little to no communication between management and the production floor, unless it is to ridicule everyone for downtime. 


Typical week is processing payroll, processing cash entries, expense entries, weekly reports, system changes on both time and attendance and payroll and all weekly maintenance.

Management team works closely together to streamline processes and make working environment steady.

Co workers are willing to assist in areas as needed and also knowledgable of job duties.

Hardest part of job is having the ability to shift gears and work on multiple projects at the same time and also obtain the ability to meet deadlines.  This in turn becomes the most enjoyable part of the job.  Will never have a dull moment and always motivated to complete tasks.

I genuinely love my job at the windshield factory. There’s something satisfying about being part of a process that turns raw materials into something essential and reliable. Every day, I get to work with my hands, focus on precision, and contribute to a product that keeps people safe on the road. I take pride in knowing that the windshields we help build are protecting drivers and passengers from the elements and accidents. The rhythm of the factory floor, the teamwork, and the attention to detail make each shift feel purposeful. I enjoy the structure of the work and the camaraderie with my coworkers—there’s a real sense of pride in what we do. It’s rewarding to be part of something bigger, knowing that every windshield that rolls off the line is a result of our hard work, skill, and commitment to quality. I wouldn’t trade it for anything.

I come in, check my furnace equipment, discuss any issues or problems with the previous shift operator, start my Quality and Furnaces checks and documentation. I then put Safety clothing on take hot glass off my furnace to measure for correctness. I then adjust the furnace and or report if needed. I have learned to adjust the furnace for some issues, and have worked in several departments as a Team leader and Staff so I have a variety of experiences. I don't see anybody in management except my Team leader unless needed.  Not a bad place to work in the winter. There is a lot furnaces and a lack of Air conditioning. The manufacture of glass has cut and burn hazards.

In this manufacturing environment, there's a concerning lack of consideration for work-life balance, with relentless mandatory overtime and management prioritizing cost-cutting over expertise. Consequently, production suffers from frequent changeovers and high scrap rates, perpetually behind schedule.

Sales disregards manufacturing capacity, leading to unsustainable demands and perpetual seven-day workweeks for employees. Unsurprisingly, retention is a persistent issue.

Compensation is dismal compared to unionized counterparts, making it only viable for temporary employment, especially for those like myself balancing work with college. Long-term prospects here are bleak.

Location is dirty with no resources. Job description is not realistic for one person due to volume . My last day was 12/23 but hr management made a mistake on my last check and decided to pay me the balance until the next billing cycle. I am still waiting on the check . Its not about the money it’s about the principle and what is right . People are suppose to get there last check on the last day but maybe the rules in the south are different. I can’t imagine the CEO is aware of how things are handle in the USA.

This company had done a complete 360 since new mangament and HR has took over ! After 5years I was ready to run out of the door ! Management is concerned about no one other than themselves . I have seen ALOT of long time , good , hardworking employees get terminated or either walk out of the door due to unfair treatment and incompetence of management . This place is nothing but a rehab center full of drug addicts and alcoholics and needs to be raided . Please don't waste your time with this company . Stand CLEAR .

What is the best part of working at the company?
Sucks! Don’t go there! They are lie! No raises! No bonus. You get NOTHING! Office does nothing for its employees. PAY SUCKS 

What is the most stressful part about working at the company?
Everything! Company does nothing for its employees! Employees do everything, All the work 

What is the work environment and culture like at the company?
Managers suck! Office does nothing! They do nothing for the employees!!! NO RAISES!! NO BONUSES 

What is a typical day like for you at the company?
Company can’t run without the employees. Management can’t understand that. They treat employees like very badly!

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