Production Operator - Saint-Gobain : Job Details

JOB DESCRIPTION

Responsible for ensuring quality and packaging of CertainTeed Corner products in a safe and efficient manner, while maintaining high productivity and a low scrap rate. Maintain a positive team environment and a focus on quality assurance and continuous improvement. Qualified in Operator and Tail-Off position to a limited product set as defined below.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Working Safe. Follows procedures, checklists, and safety protocols.
• Qualified to Tail-Off a production line producing: NoCoat O/S 90, NoCoat 325, Levelline O/S 90, Levelline Flex,
• Qualified to Operate a production line producing: NoCoat O/S 90, NoCoat 325, Levelline O/S 90, Levelline Flex
• Inspect products for flaws and defects, immediately alert the team of any problems or defects immediately, and package each product correctly.
• Keep lines and production floor clean and free of debris and stocked for incoming shifts.
• Complete all necessary paperwork (i.e. work orders), read and understand specifications for all products.
• Keep supervisors, operators, and other teammates informed of all problems or relative production concerns.
• Build boxes, clean and maintain printers, keep track of tools and equipment, and ensure all needed supplies are available.
• Work closely with team members to be more efficient, troubleshooting problems and helping find new or better solutions.
• Participate in and promote continuous improvement ideas.
• Set up and have the ability to start up a production line from idle to a run state.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• LOTO trained (Lock Out/Tag Out).
• Knowledge and ability to use appropriate quality inspection tools to ensure quality and reproducibility.
• Able to perform warehouse checks.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must be capable of wearing Personal Protective Equipment necessary to comply with government and company safety standards, whenever engineered methods of reducing hazards or physical requirements cannot be reasonably accommodated. Job includes tasks that require bending, lifting materials weighing up to 50lbs twisting, gripping, reaching, and fine manipulation. May require long periods of standing.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Long hours are sometimes necessary to meet deadlines. Night shift work is required for some candidates. The working environment will include extended periods of standing and seasonal temperature extremes occur during peak summer months. These environments may include exposure to industrial solvents, above-average noise levels, and hazardous materials, all of which must be mitigated with Personal Protective Equipment.

Required Qualifications

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED

• A high school diploma or GED is required.
• Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills required.
• Manual dexterity is required for operating machinery and computers.
• Manufacturing-related experience preferred.
• Minimum English language competency to adequately perform duties and responsibilities (written & verbal).

Additional Description

NICE TO HAVE

• Familiar with safety programs in a manufacturing environment.
• Above average time management skills.
• Engagement towards facility safety and continuous learning.
• Excellent attendance.
• Experience following protocols and procedures.
• Ability to communicate within a team environment.
• Ability to retain and retrieve technical information in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working within a Lean culture (5s, Kaizen, Process improvement contributions).
• Innovative approach to problem solving.

Legal Statement

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.