Plant Operator

Position Description

Job Summary

Are you looking to join a well-established company where you can have a long and successful career? With over 350 years of history as a Company, Saint-Gobain has been awarded the TOP GLOBAL EMPLOYER certification for the 8th consecutive year. We offer comprehensive benefits such as:

• Competitive pay starting at $21.20 per hour.  Paid weekly.
• Annual Bonus up to 10% of earnings
• Medical, Dental, Pharmacy & Vision benefits – beginning on day one!
• Retirement benefits, including up to 4.5% company match with 401K, as well as a Retirement Accumulation Pension Plan
• PTO Programs: Paid Sick Leave, Vacation, Paid Holidays, Floating Holiday, 100% Paid Parental Leave, Paid Employee Volunteer Program
• Additional Benefits, including: Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Group Legal, Pet Insurance, etc.
• Discount Programs: CertainTeed product rebates, Computer discounts (Dell, Lenovo, Fujitsu), Cell Phone Service discounts (AT&T, Verizon, Sprint), Automotive discounts (Chrysler, Ford, General Motors, Mercedes Benz), Moving Assistance discounts, and more.
• Career development opportunities, including Tuition Reimbursement and training programs.

We are looking for motivated Plant Operators to join our team in our Amherst, NY location. Operators are responsible for the productive & efficient operations of diversified equipment for the manufacture of product in an assigned department within production. The priority is to ensure the service and quality of products on the production floor, which covers a wide range of activities including manufacturing, inspection, and packaging.

Areas may include (but not limited to): wet mixing area & dryers, acid treat room, jet mill, continuous ball mill, kilns (nitride and stabilizing kilns), vacuum hot press, furnace room, roll crusher, coatings, and powder processing.

Required Qualifications

This position requires flexibility to work a variety of shifts, including 12-hour rotating shifts. Candidates must be available for both days and nights, as well as weekends. At times, overtime is required.

• HS Diploma/Equivalent is required

• Basic computer skills required

• Good communication skills exhibiting teamwork & the ability to interact with others.

• Basic math, reading, writing, and mechanical skills required

• Previous forklift truck certification preferred

• Previous experience in a manufacturing work environment is preferred

Additional Description

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Physically able to stand, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, twist, lift, push, pull, climb, balance, crouch, handle and move items weighing up to 60 pounds (with or without accommodations)
• Ability to move throughout all areas of the plant floor, receiving, and outside perimeter of the facility including climbing stairs or working at heights
• Able to wear all necessary personal protective equipment to perform job functions 
• Stand and/or sit continuously and perform job functions for a full shift with meal break
• Visual acuity correctly to perform job functions

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS

• Ability to learn, and perform all duties required of the position
• Ability to accurately and efficiently read, understand and execute all work orders
• Ability to operate a fork truck
• Ability to work unsupervised, efficiently, and safety
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality standards, and techniques for optimal manufacture and/or distribution of product

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

• Must follow all safety policies and procedures

• Satisfactory attendance and performance required

• Demonstrated ability of cooperation, willingness to assist fellow employees in a team-based work environment

• Satisfactory completion of training programs

• Must work in a manner that is safe while continuously ensuring quality, production and performance expectations are met

• Must follow standard operating procedures

• Must demonstrate attention to detail

• Willingness to work overtime, at times on short notice

Company Summary

Saint-Gobain Ceramics Division regroups Saint-Gobain’s businesses specialized in ceramic-based solutions for industrial clients.  Our product range spans from advanced ceramic grains and powders, to specialty refractories and ceramic systems.  We offer “Material Solutions That Make a Difference”, in the sense that our ceramic products and services are mission-critical to our customers’ own applications.  At the heart of industry, we pride ourselves in serving segment-leading customers across the world, through long-term, trust-based relationships. At Saint-Gobain, our people are our most valuable asset so we provide competitive base salary and incentive compensation packages to reward and recognize employees for their contributions toward the company's success.

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.

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