Production Operator

Production C Operator

Johns Manville is a leading manufacturer and marketer of premium-quality insulation and commercial roofing, along with glass fibers and nonwovens for commercial, industrial and residential applications. Our products are used in a wide variety of industries including building products, aerospace, automotive and transportation, filtration, commercial interiors, waterproofing and wind energy.

A proud member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies, we serve customers in more than 80 countries around the globe. We are committed to delivering positive and powerful experiences, because we are successful only when our employees and customers thrive. We are passionate, we care about people, we perform at a superior level, and we protect others and our environments.

The base hourly rate for this position is $26.08.

Shift are 12 hour shifts 7:00 - 7:00

4 days on/4 days off

4 rotations days/4 rotations nights

A Production C Operator assists the team as needed in the safe and efficient operation of the spunbond lines. Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the lift trucks, doffing the winders, wrapping the material, transporting the finished rolls to lag area, and keeping a clean and orderly work area at all times to meet and exceed production goals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities : Includes the following and other duties as assigned.

• Observe all departmental safety rules, safe job practices, work rules, company policies and quality procedures.
• Inform oncoming "C" Operator of job conditions at shift change.
• Refuel the lift truck, inspect the truck, fill out the "Lift Truck Inspection Sheet", drive the lift trucks safely, take proper care of the lift trucks, and inform the team leader if any problems arise in the area.
• Doff the winders and wrap the rolls.
• Transport and load all materials produced in Spunbond.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area and to carry out assigned housekeeping duties according to work instructions.
• Cut production tubes.
• Make spaghetti boxes.
• Make, monitor, and change edge trim bags.
• Restage supplies
• Remove spaghetti waste from mezzanine
• Dispose of spaghetti and web waste.
• Blow down needle room.
• Handle cake waste.
• Lace up spin positions on start-ups or merge changes.
• Lock out equipment.
• Refuel lift trucks.
• Inspect lift trucks.
• Remove and install lift truck attachments.
• Clean mezzanine during pack life.
• Perform inventory control system functions.
• Perform housekeeping and TPM activities as assigned.
• Share any other additional duties assigned through the team.
• Supports and promotes safe practices and environmental commitments in alignment with company commitments, policies, and compliance requirements

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Basic computer skills. Interface with computers including controls systems, MES, and SAP.
• Forklift license preferred.

Other Skills and Abilities:

• Physical Skills:
• The employee must occasionally lift and or 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.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear; and taste or smell.
• Competencies:
• Safety: Observes safety and security procedures. Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines. Reports potential unsafe conditions. Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Passion for Results: Displays passion and optimism. Displays respect and trust. Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles. Performs tasks to ensure quality of work and product. Pride and enthusiasm in own results and those of team. Meets commitments.
• Integrity: Treats people with respect. Utilizes time efficiently. Upholds organizational values and procedures.
• Teamwork: Balances team and individual responsibility. Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views. Gives and welcomes feedback. Contributes to building a positive team spirit. Puts success of teams above own interests. Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives. Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Leadership: Supports organization's goals and values. Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth. Exhibits confidence in self and others. Inspires and motivates others to perform well. Effectively influences actions and opinions of others. Ability to hold team members accountable for actions. Prioritizes, organizes and schedules other people and their tasks. Follows instructions, responds to management direction.
• Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of employees of organization.
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet or humid conditions; work in high, precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals; outdoor weather conditions; extreme cold and heat; risk or electrical shock; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Please Keep in Mind

If you do not meet 100% of these requirements, we at JM still want to hear from you. So, if you are interested in the role, we encourage you to apply so we can learn how your skills and talents can contribute to our team.

Benefits

Johns Manville (JM) offers a wide range of benefits to employees. Some are subsidized by the company and others are fully employee-paid. Health benefits include a choice of comprehensive medical plans, a dental plan, vision plan, wellness program and critical illness insurance. JM sponsors a 401(k) plan which includes a sizeable company match. JM offers paid vacation and also provides paid sick and parental leave for eligible employees.

Additionally, Johns Manville provides basic life Insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, an employee assistance program, and business travel accident coverage. Supplemental life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance are available as well. The company also offers a variety of tax saving accounts; health spending account, traditional flexible spending account, and a dependent care spending account. JM also offers a tuition reimbursement program for undergraduate and certain graduate programs.

Diversity & Inclusion

Johns Manville believes diversity and inclusion in our workplace is critical for the long-term success of our company. We are committed to retaining, developing and attracting a diverse workforce that fosters an inclusive work environment in which all employees are treated with dignity and respect. This is the right thing to do for our employees, our company and our communities.

Incumbent must be physically able to perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.