WHY DO WE NEED YOU?

We are looking to train energetic, dedicated team members. In addition to a friendly and engaging learning environment, we offer a comprehensive training and development program to jump-start or even enhance your interests in a twenty-first-century manufacturing career. They will also support and participate in process improvement initiatives by identifying improvement opportunities and key challenges daily to improve yield and rate.

Job Location: Quakertown, PA
Shifts: 6am-6pm, 2/2/3 Schedule
Compensation: $21.84/hour

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Technical Operator will be responsible for successfully operating equipment, evaluating samples, and compiling information and reports. The list of duties includes, but is not limited to:

SAFETY

• Always support a safe working environment in all areas of the plant and with all employee interactions.
• Immediately, correct or report unsafe acts or conditions through appropriate channels of resolution.

SUPPORT PLANT OPERATIONS

• Daily operations include, but aren’t limited to, safety, quality, housekeeping, operations, maintenance, material handling, and inventory management.
• Motivation: Have a passion to cross-functionally learn and advance as a CertainTeed employee
• Communication: you will continuously interact with peers and managers about daily interactions, potential issues, and needs; it is critical that you remain approachable and engaged with the team - we look out for one another, and communication is the key.
• Flexibility: you must be flexible to work in multiple areas, adapt to production schedule changes, environmental changes, and potential work schedule changes.
• Data recording when necessary for the assigned shift.
• Follow all environmental and housekeeping requirements, properly dispose of trash, regularly sweep keeping material, oil, and water off floors, and keep contaminated material from entering the process water system.
• Performs preventative maintenance and inspections on equipment - training will be provided.
• Ensures that quality is maintained by following current operating procedures and process controls.
• Perform all other duties and assignments as and when requested by the Shift Supervisor.

CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT: Promote and support an atmosphere of continuous improvement toward safety, quality, customer service, and productivity process improvements through the engagement of your team.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS: Manufacturing environment - exposure to the electrical/mechanical/power manufacturing equipment, with consistent heat and noise exposure, and exposure to dust.

IS THIS JOB FOR YOU?

• Minimum of a High School Diploma or GED
• Previous work experience in Lean Principles or WCM is a plus, but not required.
• Essential and marginal functions require maintaining good physical condition necessary for standing and walking for prolonged periods of time.
• Incumbent will exert an average force of 50 pounds to lift, carry, push, pull, and/or transfer equipment and materials; this role requires considerable walking, reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching.
• May lift and stack heavy objects not to exceed 50 pounds and carry these items up to 50 feet of distance.
• Must be able to climb stairs, ladders, and walkways associated with industrial manufacturing environments.

A LITTLE MORE ABOUT US

At Saint-Gobain/CertainTeed, 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 .

Being a worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction, Saint-Gobain/CertainTeed designs, manufactures, and distributes materials and services for the construction and industrial markets. Its integrated solutions for the renovation of public and private buildings, light construction, and the decarbonization of construction and industry are developed through a continuous innovation process and provide sustainability and performance. The Group’s commitment is guided by its purpose, “Making the World a Better Home."

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.

BENEFITS IN JOINING US

We provide unique options to fit your unique lives! Our Total Rewards Program is customizable to accommodate your needs. Our menu of flexible options includes, but is not limited to:

• Excellent healthcare options: Medical, vision, prescription & dental
• Family Focus & Balance: Parental leave, paid time-off, and Employee Assistance Program
• Financial Security: Competitive 401(k), Company-funded Retirement Accumulation Plan, and Employee Stock Purchase Program (PEG)
• Tuition Reimbursement: Continuing education for every season of your career
• Pet Insurance options: Insurance plan & prescription discount program for your furry friends
• Employee Recognition Program s
• PerkSpot: Our exclusive one-stop online discount marketplace
• LiveWell: Rewarding you for living a healthy lifestyle

Saint-Gobain is an industry leader with thousands of talented team members who are dedicated to one unified purpose: We bring well being to people by creating great living spaces and improving daily life. You’ll find us wherever people live, work, play, move and heal. Driven by people with unique ideas and a passion for excellence, our businesses manufacture world-class products for a broad range of engaging industries.