General Operator

Johns Manville; Richmond (IN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a General Operator, where you will be part of a dynamic team dedicated to producing high-quality insulation products. This role involves overseeing machine operations, ensuring safety and quality standards, and maintaining a clean work environment. With a competitive hourly rate and numerous benefits, including paid vacations and a robust 401(k) plan, this position offers a pathway for career growth and development. If you are detail-oriented, adaptable, and eager to contribute to a collaborative team, this opportunity is perfect for you. Make your mark in a company that values its employees and fosters an inclusive workplace.

Benefits

Competitive Shift Premium

Overtime Differential

Continuous Incentive Plan

Paid Vacation

12 Paid Holidays

Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance

401(k) Plan with Company Contributions

Education Reimbursement Program

Gym Reimbursement Program

Career Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Ability to follow instructions and work independently is essential.

Responsibilities

• Monitor equipment operation and take corrective action as needed.
• Clean work areas and assist with maintenance tasks.
• Follow safety practices and report hazardous conditions.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Ability to Follow Instructions

Communication Skills

Ability to Work Independently

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Bagging Equipment

Push Sweeper

Job description

time left to apply End Date: July 31, 2025 (30+ days left to apply)

job requisition id R25_0725

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 $20.73.

Johns Manville's Insulation Systems facility located in Richmond, IN is hiring a General Operator who enjoys being part of a team environment. The General Operator works under the general supervision of the shift supervisor, overseeing the operation of the bagger machine to maximize productivity while maintaining safety and quality standards. The Richmond, IN plant produces high volumes of quality blown wool insulation for contractors and retail customers.

Role is working 8-hour shifts, 7 on 2 off/7 on 2 off/7 on 3 day weekend off with starting pay of $20.73/hr. + $.50-.75/hr. shift differential for any hours worked between 3 pm and 7am.

This position offers:

• Competitive Shift Premium
• Overtime Differential
• Continuous Incentive plan annual as a percentage of their total gross earnings based on plant performance
• Paid Vacation
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Benefits Package: medical, vision, dental and life insurance for employees and their dependents
• 401(k) plan that includes company contributions
• Education Reimbursement Program (after one years' service)
• Gym Reimbursement Program
• Career Growth Opportunities

Your Day to Day:

• Advocates and follows safe work practices; reports hazardous conditions immediately; maintains security procedures; and wears protective clothing as required.
• Cleans work areas and equipment, as needed. Keeps work area in a neat and orderly manner.
• Monitors and observes the equipment for proper operation and takes corrective action when problem is detected.
• Assists with outage work, including but not limited to cleaning of ducts, chains, fans, collection chamber, pit, equipment, etc. during and as downtimes occur.
• May utilize fork/clamp trucks, as needed. Filling a propane tank.
• Hand taping and stacking when stacker and sealer equipment is down.
• Maintains bag house by changing and dust bags as required.
• Performs painting duties, as directed by Shift Supervisor.
• Loads empty 55-gallon drums and/or scrap material into open top container.
• Operating of push sweeper.
• Cleaning out of side chambers on bagging equipment.
• Operating manual stretch wrapper equipment.
• Trains less experienced personnel, as needed.
• Performs janitorial duties and general facility cleanup.
• Relieves other employees for breaks and lunch periods, when needed.
• Performs blend/ reefed duties as directed.
• Performs recycling duties as required by the guidelines.
• Sorts and fills bags on the bagger unit.
• Assists and/or unplugs baggers when needed.
• Keeps units supplied with full boxes of bags.
• Performs other work as required or directed by Shift Supervisor.

What You Bring to the Team:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Follow instructions, policies and procedures
• Must be able to read and understand written instructions, policies and procedures.
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to learn and adjust to change
• Pays attention to details and communicates well
• Ability to get along well with others
• Proven ability to learn new technology and equipment operation
• Physically able to perform essential job functions
• Must be respirator ready

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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 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.

Why Johns Manville

Johns Manville is a proud member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies, serving customers in more than 80 countries, supplying innovative products to the construction, aerospace, automotive, filtration and energy industries. With a more than 160-year legacy, we understand that our story continues to grow only with the right people saying, thinking and doing the right things. Make your story our story.

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.

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.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.