Generalist Operator

Summary

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 and endless design possibilities with trusted protection and low maintenance. The company pioneered modern fiber cement building products and continues to invest in innovation to transform the industry. James Hardie is a high‑performance organization with an unwavering commitment to Zero Harm and employs a diverse workforce of over 3,000 employees across North America.

The General Operator is an integral member of the James Hardie manufacturing team. You will operate industrial‑scale machinery to convert raw materials into finished products while working with other team members to produce high‑quality fiber cement building products. We offer a progressive internal certification program that enables continuous learning and growth throughout your career.

• 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 down‑day machine cleaning, wash‑ups, housekeeping, and continuous improvement efforts
• Perform product adherence checks to maintain our quality standards

• At least 1 year of experience in manufacturing or working with large machinery and equipment
• Demonstrated success in manufacturing or a business support crew environment
• Understanding of safety policies to support a Zero Harm culture
• Solid work history of learning, job growth, and achievements
• Ability to continuously stand, walk or sit
• Ability to lift up to 10 lbs frequently and 50 lbs occasionally
• Ability to bend, climb ladder and stairs

• Comprehensive low‑cost co‑pay health insurance – medical, dental, prescription, and vision coverage for full‑time employees (starts day one)
• 401(k) retirement plan – match 100% of employee contributions up to 6% of salary
• Paid holidays, vacation, jury duty leave, and bereavement leave
• Wellness Pay Program
• Free lunch every Friday for day and night shift crew members
• Employee Assistance Program
• Parental leave
• Community involvement and sustainable solutions initiatives
• Additional benefits available through James Hardie Benefits Portal

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 or expression, genetic information, veteran’s status, marital status, pregnancy, disability, or any other basis protected by law.