Machine Operator

***$1,000 SIGN-ON BONUS to be paid out at 30 days, 90 days and 6 months of employment***

PRIMARY OBJECTIVE:

The Production employee is responsible for producing a quality product for our customers that supports our slogan of quality made “Certain” satisfaction guaran “Teed”. Adherence to all company safety policies and precautions while performing productions tasks and at all times when on the premises.

Work Location: CertainTeed - Peachtree City, GA

Rate: Starting pay $19.65/hr plus night shift differential for the first 90 days, most new hire rates increase to $21.64/hr within first 4 months.

Nice Pay Premiums:

12hr workdays

Daily Overtime (4hrs of pay at 1.5x)

Saturdays are Overtime Pay*

Sundays are Double Pay*

Every Thursday is Pay Day!

*Must work scheduled hours that week

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Utilize proper lifting techniques.
• Ability to manually move bundles of product and clear jams using proper techniques to avoid injury.
• Operate shingle producing equipment for efficient operation.
• Utilize computer and manual controls to make adjustments to process.
• Clear equipment jams efficiently.
• Understand how to safely clear jams utilizing controls and manual methods.
• Operate product testing equipment.
• Utilize current testing methods and equipment to verify quality of product being produced.
• Perform operational and pre-shift start tasks/checks daily.
• Assist with start-up and backend
• Perform fire response responsibilities.
• Follow all safety precautions while performing tasks at all times.
• All areas are to be clean and clear of any debris before/after each shift, maintenance days and holidays.
• Report all EH&S incidents – Injuries/Recordables, Near Misses, First Aid, Environmental and Property/Equipment Damage.
• Ensure adherence to Waste Management and Recycling responsibilities.
• Participate in Incident & Near Miss Investigations to determine root cause and corrective actions.
• Participate in the development, understanding and review of all position JSA’s

NATURE & SCOPE OF POSITION:

• Support a zero-defect system through process control, to minimize non-quality related costs, and to improve customer satisfaction. Responsible for the quality and workmanship of department. This requires defect-free work and understanding of the requirements of the company’s quality system as it pertains to job duties and responsibilities. Must be able to check work to ensure conformance to process control instructions, specifications, and quality standards. Identify, segregate, and report to supervision any non-conforming product. Identify the need for and assist in initiating and implementing corrective and preventive actions when appropriate.
• Positive working attitude toward other employees; be a team player. Work with others constructively and abide by company policies and procedures. Working together as a team for continuous improvement is vital to ensure the future of CertainTeed and its employees. Teamwork will be required to be effective in daily production assignments as well as special improvement and continuous improvement projects.

KNOWLEDGE & COMPETENCIES (SKILLS & ABILITIES): In addition must complete associated training programs. Interfacing with a computerized process monitoring system requires knowledge and skills in areas of computer navigation. Must have a valid forklift license and complete associated training requirements for safe operations and maintenance of forklift. Must have a valid State issued Driver’s License. Must be able to work 12 hour shift on days and nights. 2-4+ years manufacturing experience desired.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to work an average of 40 hours per week, speak clearly so others understand, vision acuity for this position include close vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. Acceptance of criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high stress situations, sensitivity to other’s needs, positive demeanor, and model change management for the business. Ability to lift 65 pounds on a continual basis and regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds without assistance. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit and talk and hear.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: Manufacturing plant is not temperature controlled; dust, fumes, and high noise areas are present inside plant areas. Manufacturing processes involve granules, sand, fiberglass, asphalt coating, crushed rock, and polypropylene. Noise levels exceed 80 dB in some areas of the site. Moving equipment such as fork lifts, buggies, genie booms and industrial sweepers travel throughout the facility, sometimes in congested areas.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $19.65 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Are you able to commit to a 12hr, rotating schedule?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Overnight Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Required)
• Day Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person