Manufacturing Operator - 1st shift

Saint-Gobain Group; Stephenville (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Paid Time Off

401(k) with Company Match

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Saint-Gobain Abrasives is seeking a production operator to support machine operation, data entry, reporting, and routine maintenance. You will follow work orders and safety protocols, aiming to minimize waste while ensuring product quality.

The role requires reading orders, SPC awareness, and strong teamwork within a crew environment. The position emphasizes accurate reporting, adherence to safety checks, and the ability to stand, bend, and lift up to 25 pounds within a 7:00 AM–3:30 PM shift,

Qualifications

• Read, interpret, and perform production functions according to work orders and specifications presented on computer screen and/or in hard copy.
• Possess a working knowledge of math concepts including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals, and percentages.
• Possess a working knowledge of statistical process control analysis.
• Possess basic computer data entry skills.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders and perform reporting functions.
• Ability to demonstrate oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability and willingness to work in a team-oriented work group.
• Possess a working knowledge of basic mechanical functions including preventative maintenance, machine adjustments, etc.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment during start-up, production run, and shutdown as part of a crew.
• Perform computer operations to obtain order information and changes.
• Maintain accurate and timely reporting functions.
• Conduct minor maintenance to keep continuous operations.
• Aim for high quality with minimum waste and follow safety guidelines.
• Read and follow work orders and specifications; ensure supplies are available.
• Collaborate effectively with team to meet quality, production, safety, and waste reduction goals.
• Perform safety checks and maintain a safe workspace for all crew members.

Skills

Reading work orders

Statistical process control

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Basic math

Data entry

Job description

Responsible for machine operation, computer entry, reporting, maintenance, and quality functions to attain quality, safety, production, and waste reduction goals.

Is this job for you ?

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Perform equipment-operating functions including start-up, set-up, production run, shutdown, and housekeeping functions as a crew.
• Perform computer operations, obtain order information, order changes, etc. as required.
• Perform accurate reporting functions.
• Maintain continuous operations by performing minor maintenance functions on equipment.
• Maintain close attention to detail with the goal of producing a quality product with a minimum waste.
• Perform Back to Basics inspection.
• Read, interpret, and perform production functions according to work orders and specifications presented on computer screen and/or in hard copy. Ensure that adequate supplies and materials are available as required.
• Interact effectively within a team-oriented work group and with others to attain or surpass quality, production, safety, and waste reduction goals.
• Follow all safety rules and guidelines and perform required safety checks. Performs operations in a manner that ensures a safe working environment for all members of the crew.
• Analyze statistical process control charts and take appropriate action as required.
• All other duties as assigned.
• Ability to stand or bend continuously during a defined shift.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds on a repetitive basis.
• Ability to work 40 hours during a defined shift, plus overtime as required.
• Able to work 7 am - 3:30 pm pm Monday through Friday and overtime as required

A little more about us

Saint-Gobain Abrasives is the world’s leading manufacturer of abrasives, offering powerful, precise and user friendly solutions enabling customers to shape and surface finish all types of material even the most complex and challenging applications across a diverse range of markets. Every team member is encouraged to develop and leverage their unique expertise and strengths to make the greatest impact on the company and our end users.

To make sure nothing is forgotten

• Ability to stand or bend continuously during defined shift.
• Possess a working knowledge of math concepts including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, decimals, and percentages.
• Possess a working knowledge of statistical process control analysis.
• Possess basic computer data entry skills.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders and perform reporting functions.
• Ability to demonstrate oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability and willingness to work in a team-oriented work group.
• Possess a working knowledge of basic mechanical functions including preventative maintenance, machine adjustments, etc.

Legal Statement

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.

Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at [emailprotected] .

Benefits in joining us

Health and Wellbeing - Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.

• Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options
• LiveWell Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave

Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.

• 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP) Cash Balance Pension Plan
• Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness and

Additional Benefits - Helping shape the experience and impact you want