Machine Operator I: Safe, Efficient Production & Quality

Saint-Gobain; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint-Gobain/CertainTeed in Louisiana seeks a maintenance-focused production team member to ensure safe, efficient operation of equipment and adherence to 5-S standards. You will support production supervisors and assist in housekeeping, preventive maintenance, and process adjustments.

The role emphasizes quality, safety, and collaboration across departments, with responsibilities including changeovers, problem-solving, and participation in continuous improvement activities.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, comprehend, and verbally communicate simple instructions in English.
• Ability to perform operations within quality and time standards.
• Ability to present information in small group settings to employees at all levels.
• Ability to recognize quality and reproduce it consistently.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily routine cleaning of areas.
• Conduct preventive maintenance on process lines and resolve production problems.
• Adjust machines, manage changeovers, start-ups, and shutdowns.
• Maintain quality service by following organizational standards.
• Uphold 5-S standards and plant housekeeping.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects and teams.
• Follow safety training and site safety documents.

Skills

English communication

Multi-tasking

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Saint-Gobain/CertainTeed in Louisiana seeks a maintenance-focused production team member to ensure safe, efficient operation of equipment and adherence to 5-S standards. You will support production supervisors and assist in housekeeping, preventive maintenance, and process adjustments.

The role emphasizes quality, safety, and collaboration across departments, with responsibilities including changeovers, problem-solving, and participation in continuous improvement activities.