General Operator

Johns Manville; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive shift premium

Overtime differential

Annual incentive plan

Paid vacation

12 paid holidays

Benefits package

401(k) plan with company match

Education reimbursement program

Gym reimbursement program

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Johns Manville is seeking a General Operator at its Richmond, IN insulation facility to operate the bagger equipment, ensuring safety and quality while maximizing production output. The role involves following established procedures and working under supervision on 8-hour shifts.

Starting pay is $20.73 per hour with an additional $0.50–$0.75 per hour shift differential for hours between 3 pm and 7 am; comprehensive benefits, paid vacation and holidays, and retirement plans are provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be able to read and understand written instructions, policies and procedures.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to change.
• Pays attention to details and communicates well.

Responsibilities

• Advocates and follows safe work practices; reports hazards and wears protective clothing.
• Cleans work areas and equipment; keeps the area neat and orderly.
• Monitors equipment and takes corrective action when problems are detected.
• Assists with outage work and downtime maintenance activities.
• Trains less experienced personnel as needed.
• Performs janitorial duties and general facility cleanup.

Skills

Safety awareness

Mechanical aptitude

Reading comprehension

Team cooperation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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 and parental 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.

Diversity & Inclusion

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.

Incumbent must be physically able to perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

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