Production Operator EG SM

James Hardie; Peru (IL); On-site; USD 33,062 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with match

Paid holidays

Vacation pay

Wellness Pay program

Jury Duty Leave

Funeral Leave

Boot allowance

Uniform rental

Safety glasses program

Free lunch Thursdays

Job summary

James Hardie is seeking a Generalist Operator to join our manufacturing team. This role operates industrial machinery to convert raw materials into finished fiber cement products, working with a team on 12-hour shifts (days 7am–7pm and nights 7pm–7am).

A starting wage of $24.56 per hour plus $1 night-shift differential plus a structured sign-on bonus program applies. The position emphasizes safety, quality, and continuous improvement, with opportunities for internal certification and advancement

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year manufacturing experience or working with large machinery and equipment.
• Commitment to safety and Zero Harm culture.
• Ability to stand, walk or sit for shifts.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lb occasionally and up to 10 lb frequently.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain industrial equipment and machinery.
• Learn to manufacture James Hardie products.
• Communicate safety, quality, and mechanical issues to leads.
• Assist in down day cleaning, wash-ups, housekeeping and continuous improvement efforts.
• Perform product adherence checks to maintain quality standards.
• Operate forklifts and load/unload, stage product.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Safety mindset

Flexibility

Team collaboration

Tools

Industrial machinery

Forklifts

Job description

James Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions, with a portfolio that includes fiber cement, fiber gypsum, composite and PVC decking and railing products. Our family of trusted brands includes Hardie®, TimberTech®, AZEK® Exteriors, Versatex®, fermacell®, and StruXure®.

With over 8,000 employees and our U.S. operating entities headquartered in Chicago, we boast 31 operating sites, 6 recycling facilities, and 6 research and development centers globally. Powered by a dynamic workforce, we’re united by our purpose of Building a Better Future for All™ through sustainable innovation, a Zero Harm culture, and a commitment to empowering our people and communities.

For more information, visit www.jameshardie.com.

Summary

Generalist Operator - Sign‑On Bonus!

This position is eligible for a $2250.00 sign‑on bonus! $500.00 after 90 days $750.00 after 6 months $1000.00 after 1 year of employment Hours: 12 hour shifts Day Shift – 7am to 7pm Night Shift – 7pm to 7am Starting Wage $24.56 plus $1.00 for night shift differential

Make your dream career a reality. If you have a background in operating machinery, or a desire to learn to become a General Operator, we want to speak with you!

The Generalist Operator is an integral member of the James Hardie manufacturing team. You will be responsible for operating industrial scale machinery to convert raw materials into a finished product, while working with other team members to produce high‑quality fiber cement building products.

Here at James Hardie, we believe that our continued growth and innovation are yours too, that’s why we have a progressive internal certification program that enables you to keep learning and growing throughout your journey with us.

What You’ll Do:

• Operate and maintain industrial equipment and machinery
• Learn how to make and manufacture our wide variety of innovative products
• Communicate all pertinent information regarding safety, quality, and mechanical issues to designated leads.
• Assist in the efforts of down day machine cleaning, wash‑ups, housekeeping, and continuous improvement efforts.li>
• Perform product adherence checks to maintain our quality standards
• Operate forklifts, loading and unloading of product, staging of product

What You’ll Bring:

• Ideally a minimum of 1‑year experience in manufacturing, or working with large machinery and equipment
• Ability to demonstrate past success related to manufacturing, or a business support crew environment
• Understanding of safety policies to drive a best in class Zero Harm Culture
• Solid work history of learning, job growth and achievements
• Ability to continuously stand, walk or sit
• Ability to lift up to 10lbs frequently, and 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to bend, climb ladder & stairs
• Flexibility of schedules

What You’ll Receive:

• Comprehensive low‑cost co‑pay Health Insurance; medical, dental, prescription, and vision insurance benefits for every 30+ hour full‑time employee. *Medical Insurance starts on day one!
• 401(k) Retirement plan that will match 100% of employees saved dollars up to the first 6% of your salary.
• Paid holidays, Vacation pay, a Wellness Pay Program for perfect attendance, along with Jury Duty Leave and Funeral Leave paid time off.
• Boot allowance, uniform rental, safety glasses program
• Free Lunch Thursday every Thursday for Day and Night Shift crew members
• And more!

James Hardie Building Products Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, veteran's status, marital status, pregnancy, disability, or any other basis protected by law.

James Hardie will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, in accordance with its plans and policies.

The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.