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This is a 1st shift position working Monday - Friday from 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM, working at our Chicago, IL facility.
Ready to help build a better future for generations to come?
In an ever-changing, fast paced world, we owe it to ourselves and our future generations to live life responsibly. At ROCKWOOL, we work relentlessly to enrich modern living through our innovative stone wool solutions.
Join us and make a difference!
What we offer:
- Competitive Salary
- Generous Benefits - Effective your first day!
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision coverage
- Educational Assistance
- 401K Match - up to 6%
- No cost Life and Disability Programs
- Company provided Personal Protective Equipment
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Fitness reimbursement
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 12 Paid Holidays per year
- Paid Parental Leave
What you bring:
- At least 3-5 years of experience in a factory setting, operating machinery.
- Self-motivated team player with a positive attitude and ability to communicate with all levels of employees and suppliers.
- Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to stand for 8 hours, able to lift 50 lbs, and availability to work overtime when necessary.
- Strong work ethic
- Ability to utilize computer and electronic measuring devices to check and log the quality of the product.
- Run Product Efficiently and meet all safety and quality standards.
- Complete 5S tasks throughout the plant
- Eager to learn and driven to gain additional knowledge on the operation of machines.
- Self-motivated with high energy
- Team player who can work well with others.
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Understanding of Health & Safety requirements and ability to work in a safe manner.
- Prior experience in machine set-up and computers
- Good understanding of how equipment operates to clear equipment safely.
- Forklift experience/certification
- Good understanding of how equipment operates to clear equipment safe.
- Ability to read, understand and follow written instructions/processes.
- Positive attitude
Essential Functions:
- Maintaining a clean, safe and efficient workplace
- Reporting quantity of deficiencies and the cause
- Reporting all irregularities related to the work of subordinate devices.
- Partner with Maintenance to ensure proper functioning of equipment and safe removal of failures and/or machine problems.
- Inform supervisor and relevant shifts of any problems or tasks in need of attention.
- Plan efficient product changes.
- Communicate unusual conditions, equipment issues, or reasons for change of production volume to cross shift operator.
- Completing shutdown tasks and procedures
What you will be doing:
You will be responsible for communication with incoming/outgoing shifts to ensure they are aware of any issues and ensure there is enough raw material available. You will monitor the machines to ensure they are running properly and do quality checks throughout the day to ensure they are meeting specifications of the product. You will utilize your computer skills for troubleshooting.
Work Environment & Conditions:
We are proud of our global manufacturing facilities, which are equipped with cutting-edge technology, advanced machinery, and innovative processes that drive efficiency and precision. We continuously invest in upgrading our equipment to stay at the forefront of manufacturing excellence. In our manufacturing facilities, safety and cleanliness are top priorities. We have implemented robust safety protocols, comprehensive training programs and maintain rigorous cleanliness standards to provide a safe, healthy and pleasant work environment.
Who we are:
We are the world leader in stone wool solutions. Founded in 1937 in Denmark, we transform volcanic rock into safe, sustainable products that help people and communities thrive. We are a global company with more than 12,000 employees, located in 40+ countries with 51 manufacturing facilities… all focused on one common purpose - to release the natural power of stone to enrich modern living.
Diverse and Inclusive Culture:
We want all our people to feel valued, respected, included and heard. We employ 79 different nationalities worldwide and are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees, promote diversity, and work against all forms of discrimination among ROCKWOOL employees.
At ROCKWOOL, you will experience a friendly team environment. Our culture is very important to us. In fact, we refer to our culture as "The ROCKWOOL Way". This is the foundation in which we operate and is based upon our values of ambition, responsibility, integrity and efficiency.
ROCKWOOL is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified candidates without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.
