Production Operator 1 in Phenix City, Alabama at Johns Manville Corp - Berkshire Hathaway

Production Operator 1
Phenix City AL
R26_1912
Full time
The base hourly rate for this position is $17.47.

This is a production position working at the end of the production line. Working with plant management team at all levels within the organization to support the four Johns Manville core values: People, Passion, Perform, and Protect. The essential duties and responsibilities include the following:

• Supports and promotes safe practices and environmental commitments in alignment with company commitments, policies, and compliance requirements
• Always use safe work practices, follow all safety rules and procedures, immediately report any hazardous conditions, and fully participate in all safety programs (LTCT Lock Tag Clear Try), etc.
• Wear all personal protective equipment as required by policy, including but not limited to all or some of the following: protective shoes, glasses, ear plugs, bump cap or hard hat, gloves, and dusk mask
• Perform safety observations and complete training assignments, both in person and computer based
• Ability to read, comprehend and execute standard operating procedures, written instructions and equipment screens
• Ability to maintain written operations records as required
  • Setup, monitor, and troubleshooting labeler/applicator machines to ensure all packages have labels applied correctly (information and location). Manually apply labels as required
  • Make sure all packages are shrink wrapped to specification
  • Inspect, identify and disposition packages for damages
  • Verify (Line Lead or Supervisor) the correct packaging specification is used when line is changed over
• Load, monitor, operate, and troubleshoot the semi-automatic package unitizer machine
• Reload stretch wrappers with film and restart. Includes threading film and starting equipment from HMI.
• Monitor edge trim and correct upset conditions
• Manually move product onto or off production lines as required
• Operate forklift – Operate the forklift to off-load packages from the line and transport to the correct inventory location as per specifications and provided documentation
• Utilize mobile equipment to deliver raw materials to line locations as needed to ensure no interruptions in production
• Monitor and report upset conditions (Equipment malfunctions, production issues, etc) for all equipment to line lead or supervisor leadership
• Inspect (continuously) products for quality, proper labeling and proper package count
• Perform housekeeping tasks throughout shift as needed/directed (fiber, pallets, plastic, broken wood, etc.)
• Perform turnaround duties during plant maintenance downtime to include basic housekeeping as well as deeper cleaning and operator maintenance tasks. Completion of these tasks will require the use of a variety of tools to include shovels, air wands, brooms, scrapers, chipping hammers, etc.
• Performs other duties as directed.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Education and/or Experience and Skills

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
• undefined Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Forklift Certified Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and communicate accurately with coworkers. The employee will frequently engage in repetitive motions. The employee must frequently lift, push or pull 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with assistance. Visual acuity is required to work around and with machinery including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment This job is in an industrial, manufacturing environment. The job requires working frequently around and with heavy machinery with moving mechanical parts, industrial ovens, and mobile equipment. The environment is not climate controlled, and employees must be able to work in environments that may be extremely hot and humid or cold depending upon the operation and the season. Walking surfaces can be wet, dusty, and uneven. Areas of the building where work must be done have high noise levels, vibration, and/or fumes. Some working areas contain the presence of airborne particles which can irritate the skin or eyes. Employees are required to wear personal protective equipment which includes steel-toed shoes, ear protection, eye protection and in certain areas may be required to where dust masks, gloves, respirators, or head protection.

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.

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