Machine Operator (Sublimation - Nights) Job

Armstrong World Industries; Johnstown (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k match

Vacation and sick time

Long-term disability

Job summary

Armstrong World Industries’ Steel Ceilings plant in Johnstown, OH is hiring a Sublimation Operator. You will operate the sublimation oven and vacuum system, ensure correct settings, and maintain quality records. This role supports the fabrication team and follows safety policies in a LEAN manufacturing environment.

We value reliability, teamwork, and adherence to standard work. Recent high school graduates or experienced manufacturing workers are welcome to apply for full-time employment with

Qualifications

• Basic computer skills including Excel and web-based applications to enter data regularly and accurately.

Responsibilities

• Operate all sublimation equipment including the oven, vacuum system, and bagging areas.

Skills

Excel

PLC operation

Forklift operation

Basic computer skills

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

PLC software

Job description

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.

Sublimation Duties

• Operate all sublimation equipment including the oven, vacuum system, and bagging areas.

• Operate machinery or stations as 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.

Environmental, Health, & Safety

• 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 waste out of operation.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None

Travel

Minimal; less than 5%

Qualifications

• 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.

Work Environment

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.

• 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.

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‑line basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.