By: Keaira Herron

Began as the Guardian Glass Company in 1932 Today, Guardian Industries Corp. is a diversified global manufacturing company headquartered in Auburn Hills, Michigan, with leading positions in float glass, fabricated glass products, fiberglass insulation and other building materials for commercial, residential and automotive markets. Headquartered in Auburn Hills, Michigan, the privately held Guardian group of companies employs 18,000 people worldwide (that’s 25 countries (on 5 continents)

Qualifications Previous HR experience Knowledge of HR laws and practices a plus Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Able to handle multiple tasks Strong accountability Hands-on leadership style Ability to communicate with all levels of management and departments Comfortable on a production floor

Guardian recognizes that what an employee needs in Corsicana, Texas may differ from what an employee needs in Valencia, Spain or Buenos Aires, Argentina. That's why each Guardian facility, in large part, ultimately chooses the best benefits package for its local employee base. Guardian also provides its employees with access to a unique wellness program called HealthGuard. Launched in 1983, HealthGuard is designed to encourage healthy living for employees.

Range: $26,556-$51,238 True compensation is really about more than just a competitive wage or salary. It’s about being given the opportunity to contribute, participate and make a difference at your workplace.

Where is Guardian located? Around the corner and around the world Locations on five continents, in more than 20 countries. That is a lot of ways to say, “how can we help you?” Wherever you are in the world, chances are Guardian is nearby Guardian Global Locations Africa (2) Asia (7) Europe (20) Latin America (6) North America (54) The Middle East (2) There is a local Guardian in Mineral Wells, MS (approximately 20 minutes for the Memphis Airport)

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SunGuard Advanced Archectical Glass – reducing heating and cooling cost. TheClima Guard Series – Block UV rays to protect home furnishing from fading. Fiberglass Insulation – reduce air filtration and provide excellent sound control. Automotive infared reflective glass (SilverGuard IRR) – reduces the amount of sunlight and heat that penetrates a vehicle’s windshield by 23%. EcoGuard Glass – superior performance for solar energy systems.