Machine Operator (Sublimation - Nights) Job

Armstrong group; Johnstown (OH); On-site; USD 37,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401k match

Paid vacation and sick time

Job summary

Armstrong World Industries seeks a Night Shift Sublimation Operator to manage the sublimation oven and vacuum system, ensuring quality products and efficient operation in Johnstown, OH.

You will follow standard work, maintain records, and collaborate with the fabrication team while upholding safety policies and continuous improvement efforts.

Qualifications

• Basic computer skills including Excel and web-based applications.
• Experience in manufacturing, assembly, material movement, or powder coating operations preferred.
• Ability to learn PLC operating screens.
• Understand internal customer base and cross-functional collaboration.
• Direct knowledge of Johnstown plant products and processes preferred.
• Knowledge of metal manufacturing materials and machinery.
• Be flexible and adapt to changing demands and conditions.
• Effective communication with multiple plant areas.

Responsibilities

• Operate sublimation oven and vacuum system with proper settings.
• Maintain quality and monitor oven/vacuum performance.
• Keep accurate records of production and quality checks.
• Follow company safety policies and procedures.
• Support cost-reduction initiatives and reduce waste.
• Troubleshoot issues within your control and escalate when needed.

Skills

Excel & web-based apps

PLC operation

Communication

Team-oriented

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Machine Operator (Sublimation - Nights) Job

LOCATION: Johnstown, Ohio, United States, 43031

Company: Armstrong World Industries

Primary location: Johnstown, Ohio
Employment status: Full-Time

What does it mean to work at Steel Ceilings, a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries?

It means being immersed in a supportive culture that recognizes you as a key player in Armstrong's future. We are a large company with a local feel, where you will get to know and collaborate with leadership and your colleagues across the company.

By joining us, you'll have the opportunity to make the most of your potential. Alongside a competitive remuneration package, you will receive:

• A benefits package including: medical, dental, prescription drug, life insurance, 401k match, long-term disability coverage, vacation and sick time, and many more.
• Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests.
• A working culture that balances individual achievement with teamwork and collaboration. We draw on each other's strengths and allow for different work styles to build engagement and satisfaction to deliver results.

Under the supervision of the Production Supervisor, the Sublimation Operator is responsible for the proper use and care of the sublimation oven and vacuum system, ensuring appropriate settings for the oven and vacuum system, and maintaining a quality product.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities includes the following. Other duties may be assigned.

General Duties

• Commit to and follow the facility Mission, Vision and Values that support the AWI Operating Principles as an individual and team.
• Attend and participate in all required company training programs.

Sublimation Duties

• Operate all sublimation equipment including the oven, vacuum system, and bagging areas.
• Operate machinery or stationsas instructed by the Team Leader to meet scheduled demands.
• Support the development of standard recipes for various parts or films.
• Ensure standard recipes are working as intended and verify that the settings do not need adjustments to improve the quality of the product or efficiency of the operation.
• Reduce film waste by learning the details on how the equipment functions and affects the product.
• Learn the effect of the vacuum on the products and determine the need for inserts to prevent the vacuum from distorting the parts.
• Help the fabrication team design and develop new inserts as needed.
• Make appropriate running decisions to prevent excessive defects and/or downtime.
• Develop a knowledge of powder coating and how it can affect the sublimated product.
• Keep accurate records of production, waste, quality checks undertaken.
• Follow all Company, OSHA Safety, and EPA Environmental Policies.
• Always ensures personal safe behavior and encourages safe behavior in others.
• Participates in safety related events/trainings/processes.
• Conform to all company policies and procedures.
• Maintain clean and organized work area.
• Proper cleaning and maintenance of equipment.
• Report any safety/environmental incidents.

Quality

• Maintain a high level of customer focus in producing quality products and services that do not sacrifice the safety of others, oneself, nor the environment.
• Ensure that the standards for quality, output, safety etc. are adhered to and improved upon.
• Troubleshoot issues that are within your knowledge and control. Decide quickly to contact more resources for issues outside of your knowledge and control.
• Check product quality using visual standards and any quality devices as needed.
• Monitor aspects of the oven/vacuum that could affect the product quality using devices, standard work, and knowledge of the process.
• Understand when a film or powder coated panel is of standard quality or of good quality vs when there is an issue that needs to be addressed.
• Create and/or improve upon standard work processes including but not limited to:

Start Up

Shut Down

While Running

Change Overs

Troubleshooting

Downday

Cost

• Looks for projects or methods to reduce cost without sacrificing the quality of the parts .
• Drive s waste out of operation .

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Travel

Minimal; less than 5%

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Basic computer skills including Excel, & web-based applications to enter data regularly and accurately.
• Prior manufacturing, assembly, material movement, or powder coating operations experience preferred.
• Ability to learn and understand the PLC operating screen and data output screens.
• Understand your internal customer base (Assembly, and Crating). Be customer oriented; possess the ability to react to the customers’ needs while following company procedures.
• Direct knowledge and demonstrated understanding of Johnstown plant products and processes is preferred.
• Knowledge of metal manufacturing materials, fabrication processes, and machinery preferred.
• Must be flexible and be able to respond with a positive attitude to changing demands and conditions.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with many areas of the plant/company during meetings, presentations, and various conversations on and off the floor.
• Attention to detail and understand/adjusting to minor detail changes.
• Ability to learn how to operate a forklift and other company vehicles.

Physical and Mental Demands

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and/or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Plant Environment – This position operates in a manufacturing setting and can be subject to extreme cold and hot temperatures; uneven walking surfaces with cords, tools and other obstacles; intermittent loud noises; and dusty or dirty conditions. Basic PPE required: safety glasses, earplugs, and steel toe/composite boots. Specific PPE & training will be provided for activities requiring additional accommodation.

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or GED required.

Why should you join Steel Ceilings, a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries?

Armstrong World Industries (AWI) is anAmericas leader in the design and manufacture of innovative interior and exterior architectural applications including ceilings, specialty walls and exterior metal solutions. With approximately $1.4 billion in revenue, AWI has about 3,700 employees and a manufacturing network of 21 facilities in North America.

At home, at work, in healthcare facilities, classrooms, stores, or restaurants, we offer interior solutions that help to enhance comfort, save time, improve building efficiency and overall performance, and create beautiful spaces.

For more than 160 years, we have built our business on trust and integrity. It set us apart then, and it sets us apart now, along with our ability to collaborate with and innovate for the people we're here to serve - our customers, our shareholders, our communities and our employees.

We are committed to developing new and sustainable architectural solutions, with design and performance possibilities that make a positive difference in spaces where we live, work, learn, heal and play. It's an exciting, rewarding business to be in, and we're committed to continue to grow and prosper for the benefit of all of our stakeholders. We hope you join us.

Our Sustainability Ambition

"Bringing our Purpose to Life" - lead a transformation in the design and building of spaces fit for today and tomorrow.

• We are committed to: Engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce;
• Transforming buildings from structures that shelter into structures that serve and preserve the health and well-being of people and planet;
• Pursuing sustainable, innovative solutions for spaces where we live, work, learn heal and play;
• Being a catalyst for change with all of our stakeholders; and
• Making a positive difference in the environments and communities we impact.

About the location (Johnstown OH)

Steel Ceilings, Inc.,a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries, Inc. (AWI), is one of fifteen AWI plants in North America. Our Johnstown plant in Central Ohio is located a mere 30 minutes from the capital of Ohio, Columbus, a majormetropolitan area. Known for its quaint "small-town America" vibe, its proximity to Columbus, the 15th largest city in the US, provides the best of both worlds. In addition to the numerous golfing opportunities that Johnstown can boast about. There are car cruise-ins, concerts, bike path trails, theatrical performances, street festivals, and antique fairs hosted in the area year-round.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Steel Ceilings, a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries,is committed to engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce. As part of our dedication to diversity, AWI is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard for race, sex, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at by email at AWI talent acquisition and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

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