Production Operator

This position is eligible for a $2250.00 sign-on bonus!

$1000.00 after 1 year of employment

Hours: 4x4 rotation

• Day Shift- 6am to 6pm
• Night Shift- 6pm to 6am

James Hardie Building Products Inc. is the North American leader in fiber cement home siding and exterior design solutions. Hardie® products offer long-lasting beauty, trusted protection, and low maintenance, with a wide range of design possibilities. As a pioneer of modern fiber cement building products, James Hardie continues to invest in innovation to transform the industry.

We are a high-performance organization with an unwavering commitment to Zero Harm and proudly employ a diverse workforce of over 3,000 employees across North America.

Make your dream career a reality. We are seeking motivated, dependable individuals to join our manufacturing team as Generalist Operators. Whether you have experience operating industrial machinery or are eager to learn, this role offers an opportunity to build a rewarding career in a dynamic production environment.

As a Generalist Operator, you will play a key role in manufacturing high-quality fiber cement products by operating industrial-scale equipment and collaborating with team members to meet production and quality standards.

At James Hardie, your growth matters. Our progressive internal certification program supports continuous learning and career advancement.

• Operate and maintain industrial equipment and machinery
• Learn and support the manufacturing of a variety of innovative products
• Communicate safety, quality, and mechanical concerns to team leads
• Assist with equipment cleaning, wash-downs, housekeeping, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Perform product quality checks to ensure adherence to company standards

• Preferred:
  Minimum of 1 year of manufacturing or industrial equipment experience
• Demonstrated reliability and a strong work ethic in previous roles
• Understanding of workplace safety practices and commitment to a Zero Harm culture
• Proven ability to learn, grow, and achieve in a team-oriented environment

• Ability to stand, walk, or sit for extended periods
• Ability to lift up to 10 lbs frequently and up to 50 lbs occasionally
• Ability to bend, climb ladders, and navigate stairs

At James Hardie, we recognize that our success depends on our people. We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Low-cost health insurance (medical, dental, vision, and prescription) for full-time employees working 30+ hours
• Medical coverage begins on Day 1
• 401(k) plan with 100% company match on contributions up to 6% of salary
• Paid holidays and additional paid time off, including wellness pay, jury duty leave, and bereavement leave
• Free lunch every Friday for day and night shift employees
• Additional benefits and employee programs

Equal Opportunity Employer

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Job Type: Full-time

• As part of our hiring process, we want to ensure that we can support all candidates appropriately. Would you require any visa sponsorship now or in the future (e.g., H-1B, TN, etc.) to be eligible for employment in the United States for this position?

• manufacturing or industrial equipment: 1 year (Preferred)