Plant Technician

Saint-Gobain North America; Moundsville (WV); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint-Gobain North America is seeking Plant Technicians at the Moundsville CertainTeed Gypsum Plant. This entry-level position offers training in production roles, emphasizing teamwork and communication, with a focus on safety and equipment maintenance. Employees can expect a supportive environment with potential for growth.

Benefits

Annual bonus potential

Excellent healthcare options

401(k) plan

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible benefit options

Pet insurance options

Qualifications

• Entry-level technicians with responsibility in various production tasks.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members.
• Proficient in maintaining safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Assist with plant operations and maintain equipment.
• Ensure safety and cleanliness standards are upheld.
• Communicate changes or updates efficiently to coworkers.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

At Saint-Gobain, our employees have pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, & Collaboration. Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms while our products make the world a more beautiful, safer, and sustainable home.

IS THIS JOB FOR YOU?

The Plant Technicians are entry level technicians hired into the Company. Incumbents in the role are subject to a 90-day probationary period. In this role, the Plant technician will gain experience in various production positions where responsibilities will include:

• Ability to assist with the Take-Off Driver with Dunnage and the Stacker with Dunnage positions.
• Support and assist plant operations team by completing various tasks assigned by the Shift Leader.
• Learns equipment operations for assigned positions including all aspects of AM and PM Maintenance.

TO MAKE SURE NOTHING IS FORGOTTEN

Other Duties & Responsibilities:

• Establishes and maintains the highest degree of housekeeping and 5S (Sorting, Straightening, Shining, Standardizing, Sustaining) in all areas.
• Makes suggestions or recommendations for improvement to plant equipment, processes, safety, quality and teamwork on a routine basis using established Safety/WCM tool.
• Completion of AM duties per the daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual PMARs including inspections and basic cleaning, tightening, and lubrication of assigned equipment. Performs all required verifications and tests. Inspects and completes notifications of equipment deficiencies to maintain basic conditions.
• Performs other related duties and trainings that contribute to the success of the operation as assigned by Shift Leader.
• Communicating via radio, in person or phone to ensure co-workers are aware of key board characteristics and any necessary changes needed in the process.

Working Conditions:

Able to work in non-temperature-controlled building with concrete floors and occasional opportunity to sit. Occasional lifting of 50# bags of additives to waist height. 12-hour rotating shift and overtime as indicated on assigned schedule along with additional overtime as business needs dictate. Personal Protective Equipment required (hard hat, safety glasses, stee-toed shoes, safety vest, ear plugs and any other required task specific PPE).

A LITTLE MORE ABOUT US

Through the responsible development of innovative and sustainable building products, CertainTeed, headquartered in Malvern, Pennsylvania, has helped shape the building products industry for more than 110 years. Founded in 1904 as General Roofing Manufacturing Company, the firm's slogan "Quality Made Certain, Satisfaction Guaranteed," inspired the name CertainTeed. Today, CertainTeed is a leading North American brand of exterior and interior building products, including roofing, siding, fence, decking, railing, trim, insulation, drywall, and ceilings.

A subsidiary of Saint-Gobain, one of the world’s largest and oldest building products companies, CertainTeed has more than 6,300 employees and more than sixty manufacturing facilities throughout the United States and Canada. www.certainteed.com. At Saint-Gobain we design, manufacture, and distribute materials which are key ingredients in the wellbeing of each of us and the future of all. Join our innovative, passionate, and entrepreneurial community to improve the world of tomorrow with us.

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.

This position is subject to export controls under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Qualified applicants for the position must meet the ITAR definition of “U.S. Person” at 22 C.F.R. 120.15 as a: U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, or otherwise a protected individual (including for example refugees and asylees).

BENEFITS IN JOINING US

Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees’ well being and help improve daily life for themselves and their families. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual bonus. The targeted bonus amount is 10% of base salary based on company and individual performance measures. Bonus payments are part of variable compensation and by nature can vary based on company and individual performance and is not a guarantee.

Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs. Our menu of flexible options includes, but is not limited to:

• Excellent healthcare options: Medical, vision, prescription & dental
• Family Focus & Balance: Paid time-off and Employee Assistance Program
• Financial Security: Competitive 401(k), Company-funded Retirement Accumulation Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program (PEG)
• Pet Insurance options: Insurance plan & prescription discount program for your furry friends
• Employee Recognition Programs
• LiveWell: Rewarding you for living a healthy lifestyle

A TEAM READY TO WELCOME YOU

This position is located at the Moundsville CertainTeed Gypsum Plant in Proctor, West Virginia. Located in the Mid-Ohio Valley, this part of West Virginia is a mix of charming towns and riverfront cities. You can explore the area by foot, ferryboat, four-wheeler or hop on you bike for a ride through the woods on an old B&O rail line. #wildandwonderful, #almostheaven, #comehometowv