Production Operator 1

Who We Are

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.

Compensation

The base hourly rate for this position is $22.41.

Position Overview: 

This position is responsible for communicating and supporting JM core values and delivering the JM experience.

The entry level position supports the core team by conducting the following activities: hands stacking product, cutting feet material, sampling product, move materials by hand, use a forklift, empty trash carts, conduct clean-up activities, complete preventative maintenance tasks, assist with start-ups, monitor production line and begin to learn other key positions (i.e., Level 2-4), understand finished product specifications. All roles in the plant are cross functional and are part of the pay for skills program. This position is for first shift and applicant must be able to work 12 hour shifts.

Responsibilities: 

• Follow the Job Safety Analysis, use safe work practices, and always report hazardous conditions.
• Wear protective clothing and equipment as required.
• Always keep equipment and work area clean and orderly.
• Perform Housekeeping activities within work area.
• Operate a Forklift and be Forklift certified.
• Check-off on Daily Fork-lift Check Sheet.
• Knowledgeable on Lock-Out/Tag-Out (LOTO) Oven and Pallet Conveyor.
• Apply proper product label to the pallets. Follow standard labeling procedures.
• Ability to identify the different Products produced.
• Ability to read and identify the different Tapes for all the Products.
• Know the warehouse location for product storage.
• Full understanding of the JSA’s that apply to the job task being assigned to.
• Full understanding of the Operating Procedures that apply to the job task being assigned to.
• Unload and move material in a safe manner throughout the plant. Follow safe lifting practices.
• Follow and complete all safety requirements (Pure Safety/Monthly Safety Actions).
• Take an active part in the Daily Safety Huddles.
• Accurately and consistently swipe at scheduled times (timekeeping).

Leadership Responsibilities:

• There are no supervisory responsibilities for direct reports for this position. 

Requirements: (education, skills, and abilities)

• At least one year working in a warehouse/production environment.
• Must be able to accurately read a tape measure, work instruction, finished product specifications.
• Have general math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions and percentages).
• Beginner to intermediate computer skills (Microsoft office).
• Solid Communication Skills (written/verbal).
• Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Understand Root Cause Corrective Action Process
• Strong decision-making skills.
• Exceptional team player.
• Able to drive a forklift.

Physical Requirements:

The physical requirements of this position are: (these requirements are typical for most of our manufacturing roles)                                                                           

• The ability to stand for extended periods
• The ability to manually lift, push or pull at least 50 pounds safely and with proper body mechanics, sometimes while in awkward positions.                                                                                   
• Use of hands (repetitive motion, grabbing, feeling, sensing, pulling)                                  
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