FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What do we do at Cardinal IG Hudson?

Cardinal IG is North America’s leading manufacturer of glass products for the residential window & door industry. We strive to establish Cardinal IG Hudson as the employer of choice in the Hudson community. We take exceptional care of our team members and go above and beyond to make their experience at Cardinal a positive, life-changing, and life-lasting one.

Does Cardinal IG Hudson offer growth opportunities?

Absolutely! Our leadership development program provides multiple growth opportunities to our employees. Quality leadership invariably makes or breaks a company. And this is why we strive to develop leaders from within the Cardinal community. We also have a tuition re-imbursement program for our employees that would like to expand their knowledge with an institution of their choice.

Do you offer equal employment opportunities?

Cardinal Glass Industries, Inc. provides equal opportunities to all its employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, origin, religion, gender, age, disability, or anything else.

How much does this job pay?

Depending on the shift, employees begin between $19.50/hr. – $22.50/hr. plus a monthly bonus that is 20% – 52% of your base pay. The monthly bonus is based on our plantwide KPI’s (key performance indicators) as well as individual efficiency. Effectively, that means an extra.
Plus, we have scheduled and training increases throughout your 1st year.

What are the shift timings?

When starting at Cardinal IG Hudson, we offer an 8hr. or a 10hr. shift. You will also have the opportunity to work overtime.

1st Shift (early): 4:00am to 12:00pm
1st Shift: 6:00am to 2:30pm
2nd Shift (early): 12:00pm to 8:30pm
2nd Shift: 2:15pm to 10:45pm
3rd Shift: 10:00pm to 6:00am
Wednesday – Saturday: 4:00am – 2:30pm
Saturday – Tuesday: 4:00am – 2:30pm

What are the qualifications required for a production position?

Qualifications/Physical Requirements For All Openings:

  • Must be 18 years of age
  • A high school diploma or GED required
  • Basic maths, computer, and tape measuring skills
  • Must be able to meet production standards
  • Ability to work in a team
  • Must be able to stand, walk, grasp, push, pull, bend, and lift up to 75 pounds

What is the Bonus?

The Bonus is an opportunity for all our teammates to make more money. And if we meet our quality and production goals, we all make money. You can earn up to 52% of your base pay each month!

Is HDDC a safe environment?

Safety is our #1 priority.
NOTHING that we do is worth getting injured. –Jeff Haney, Plant Manager.
At Cardinal IG-Hudson, we take safety to a whole new level. We strive to ensure our teammates reach home every day just as they arrived, if not better. Our Industrial Athlete Program was developed to ensure everyone is physically ready for each shift.