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MSA Safety

Global producer of industrial safety equipment

Hat Assembler Packer Accessories

Full-TimePosted on 10/22/2026Deadline 10/22/27
$25.02/hr+ $1.00 shift differential
Junior
Murrysville, PA, USA
In Person2nd shift, 3:00 pm–11:30 pm Monday through Friday.
Manufacturing & Production OperationsProduct Assembly

About the job

Requirements
  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • At least 3 months of previous manufacturing or related experience is required.
  • Ability to read and understand drawings, work instructions, and test procedures.
  • Ability to understand standard units of measure.
  • Ability to set up measuring devices and interpret their results.
  • Ability to sometimes lift, carry, push, and pull up to 30 pounds without assistance.
  • Ability to operate simple machines, power and hand tools, and a pallet jack.
  • Ability to wear ANSI Z87-approved safety glasses and other required personal protective equipment.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both in writing and verbally, with various levels within the organization.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to prioritize and organize work.
Responsibilities
  • Assemble accessories on hard hats according to work instructions.
  • Set up and use machines, torque wrenches, and various power or hand tools.
  • Visually inspect products to requirements, troubleshoot, and perform minor repairs and rework.
  • Pull materials for jobs and make labels and packaging materials for shipment.
  • Move completed materials to appropriate work areas.
  • Complete and maintain relevant paperwork, including productivity sheets and reports.
  • Train new associates and temporary workers.

About the company

MSA Safety Inc. is a global provider of safety products that protect people and facility infrastructures. It develops, manufactures, and sells items such as gas detection systems, head protection gear, and fall protection devices, serving industrial, military, and construction customers. How its products work: gas detectors monitor air for hazardous gases and trigger alarms; helmets and protective headgear shield the skull; fall-protection gear like harnesses and anchors prevents falls during work at heights. The company differentiates itself through a long history (founded 1914), a wide product range, and a global, trusted reputation that combines equipment with related services and contracts. Its goal is to keep workers safe and protect facilities by providing reliable safety solutions and meeting stringent safety standards.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania

Founded

1914

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What believers are saying

  • Q2 2026 sales rose 6% to $503 million, with adjusted EPS up 24%.
  • Industrial PPE grew 16% organically, helped by helmets, fall protection, and data-center activity.
  • Fire-service replacement demand should inflect more meaningfully in 2027 under updated NFPA standards.

What critics are saying

  • PFAS litigation still spans 1,275 Globe cases, keeping legacy liabilities alive through 2026.
  • Middle East conflict reduced detection revenue and delayed shipments in first-half 2026.
  • Autronica integration and 1.8x leverage pressure capital allocation if fire orders soften in 2027.

What makes MSA Safety unique

  • Autronica's July 2026 acquisition expands MSA's fire-and-gas portfolio beyond core detectors.
  • ALTAIR io 6 and MSA Grid deepen sticky connected-work workflows in 2026.
  • G1 City Edition SCBA ties FireGrid, beaconing, and NFPA 1970 compliance together.

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Benefits

  • Hybrid Work Options
  • Remote Work Options

Growth & Insights and Company News

6 month growth

8%

1 year growth

8%

2 year growth

8%
PR Newswire
Oct 22nd, 2026
MSA Safety wins its largest ALTAIR io 6 gas detector contract, worth up to $10.6M

MSA Safety has won its largest contract to date for the ALTAIR io 6 Multigas Detector, from one of the biggest utility providers in the northeastern US. The five-year purchase agreement is worth up to $10.6 million, with about $6.7 million in initial contract value. MSA expects to start shipping the initial order in December 2026. Deployment is scheduled to begin in January 2027. The ALTAIR io 6 is MSA's first cellular-connected gas detector with an integrated pump. It gives real-time visibility into worksite conditions and works with MSA Grid, a cloud-based platform that tracks device location, gas alarms, and worker status. "Connected technology is changing the way organizations approach safety," said Stephanie Sciullo, president of MSA Americas.

PR Newswire
Sep 23rd, 2026
MSA Safety launches G1 City Edition SCBA with integrated beacon technology to locate firefighters faster

MSA Safety has launched the G1 City Edition SCBA, a self-contained breathing apparatus designed to improve firefighter search and rescue operations. The device integrates LUNAR Beacon Technology into the SCBA power module, enabling connected devices to locate firefighters in distress more quickly during emergencies. The new model features several enhancements based on firefighter feedback. It weighs up to half a pound less than the previous G1 model through a redesigned cylinder retention system and low-profile lumbar pad. Additional improvements include thicker controls for easier glove operation, redesigned shoulder pads, and longer pull straps. The system connects to MSA's FireGrid ecosystem, providing real-time visibility of firefighter location and air-pressure information during operations. The G1 City Edition SCBA meets NFPA 1970 standards for structural and proximity firefighting. MSA Safety, headquartered in Pennsylvania, reported revenues of $1.9 billion in 2025.

PR Newswire
Sep 14th, 2026
MSA Safety unveils connected gas detection and fall protection solutions at NSC 2026

MSA Safety will showcase its worker safety solutions at the 2026 National Safety Congress & Expo in Indianapolis. The company will display its ALTAIR io connected gas detectors, including the ALTAIR io 6 Multigas Detector and ALTAIR io 4 Gas Detection Wearable, both integrated through the MSA Connected Work Platform. The exhibition will feature MSA's V-SERIES fall protection equipment, including harnesses, self-retracting lifelines, and personal fall limiters. MSA will also present its head protection portfolio, highlighting the new V-Gard H2 Full Brim Safety Helmet, which meets ANSI Type II requirements for protection against top and lateral impacts. MSA Safety, headquartered in Pennsylvania, reported 2025 revenues of $1.9 billion and employs over 5,300 people across 40 international locations.

PR Newswire
Sep 9th, 2026
MSA Safety unveils A1X vacuum anchor for aircraft maintenance: 35% lighter, broader compatibility

MSA Safety has launched the A1X, a next-generation WinGrip vacuum anchor for aircraft maintenance. The device creates secure, non-invasive anchor points on aircraft surfaces using vacuum suction technology, enabling technicians to work safely on wings and fuselages. The A1X weighs 7kg, 35% lighter than its predecessor, with a reduced diameter of 350mm. Its smaller size expands compatibility to include business jets and private aircraft previously outside WinGrip's scope. The anchor is approved by major manufacturers including Airbus and Boeing. Designed without electronics, the A1X operates safely in fuel vapour environments. Its pneumatic system doubles anchor repositions per cylinder compared to earlier versions. The device is optimised for A and B check operations, where a single technician can deploy and reposition anchor points independently. The A1X will be displayed at MRO Europe in October 2026.

PR Newswire
Aug 12th, 2026
MSA Safety reports record safety performance and $1.9B revenue in 2025 impact report

MSA Safety Incorporated released its 2025 Impact Report, highlighting progress across its strategic pillars of Products & Solutions, People and Planet. The Pittsburgh-based company reported record safety performance and 2025 revenues of $1.9 billion. The global leader in advanced industrial safety technology continues investing in innovation to meet evolving customer needs and industry demands. MSA employs approximately 5,300 people across more than 40 international locations. "This year's Impact Report reflects our strongest safety performance on record," said Steve Blanco, president and CEO. The company remains focused on delivering innovative solutions whilst operating responsibly. MSA has been protecting workers and facility infrastructure since 1914.