Cross-Train Production Operator – 1st/2nd Shift

Saint-Gobain Group; Benning (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint-Gobain/CertainTeed is seeking a Production Operator to support the full manufacturing process safely and efficiently in a dynamic environment. You will handle raw materials, operate panel line systems, finishing equipment, and packaging while maintaining high quality and compliance with safety standards.

The role offers rotation through multiple production areas to build versatility, with emphasis on efficiency, teamwork, and proactive maintenance to minimize downtime and optimize product

Qualifications

• Dependable, trainable, and committed to safety and quality.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to perform basic troubleshooting and maintenance.
• Ability to operate forklifts, aerial lifts, and other production equipment safely.
• Experienced in using hand and power tools.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and effectively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Upload, organize, and store raw materials.
• Operate forklifts to transport raw materials, paper rolls and finishing goods.
• Ensure shredders, bale pickers, and related equipment remain loaded and operate efficiently.
• Change shredder blades and perform routine equipment maintenance.
• Feed chipper systems and manage material flow throughout the production process.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas.
• Operate and monitor blending, forming, and press line systems.
• Utilize HMI systems to adjust controls and optimize production.
• Load and empty heated wax tanks as required.
• Operate aerial lifts to clean plugged chutes and perform production tasks.
• Troubleshoot minor mechanical and process issues to minimize downtime.
• Safely perform duties in confined spaces when required.
• Operate saw line equipment to cut and process work-in progress and finished products.
• Perform quality inspections to verify dimensional accuracy and surface quality.
• Inspect, grade, stack, package, and prepare finished products for shipment.
• Operate and maintain paint booth equipment and monitor coating application quality.
• Perform routine cleaning, maintenance, and adjustments to finishing equipment.
• Complete production reporting and shift documentation accurately.
• Follow all company safety, environmental, and operational policies and procedures.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Safety conscious

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Tools

Forklifts

Aerial lifts

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Saint-Gobain/CertainTeed is seeking a Production Operator to support the full manufacturing process safely and efficiently in a dynamic environment. You will handle raw materials, operate panel line systems, finishing equipment, and packaging while maintaining high quality and compliance with safety standards.

The role offers rotation through multiple production areas to build versatility, with emphasis on efficiency, teamwork, and proactive maintenance to minimize downtime and optimize product