Mold Line Operator 1

Who We Are Johns Manville is a leading manufacturer and marketer of premium-quality insulation and commercial roofing, along with glass fibers and nonwovens for commercial, industrial and residential applications. Our products are used in a wide variety of industries including building products, aerospace, automotive and transportation, filtration, commercial interiors, waterproofing and wind energy.

A proud member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies, we serve customers in more than 80 countries around the globe. We are committed to delivering positive and powerful experiences, because we are successful only when our employees and customers thrive. We are passionate, we care about people, we perform at a superior level, and we protect others and our environments.

Compensation The base hourly rate for this position is $21.68.

Schedule:

Must be able to rotate days and nights.

Pay: $21.68

Essential duties and responsibilities

This is a production position working to mold Calcium Silicate Insulation product and visually inspect product for quality defects. The job requires that the employee be able to work safely and follow safety rules. Employee must be dependable, able to follow instructions and directions, according to established operating procedures, performs the following duties while cooperating with all levels within the organization in support of the four Johns Manville core values:
People, Passion, Performance and Protection:

The essential duties and responsibilities include the following:

Supports and promotes safe practices and environmental commitments in alignment with company commitments, policies, and compliance requirements

Wears all personal protective equipment as required by management, including but not limited to all or some of the following: protective shoes, glasses, ear plugs, bump cap or hard hat, gloves, dust mask or respirator

Must know, understand, and perform all plant and departmental safety regulations and procedures and immediately reports any hazardous conditions

Performs safety observations and complete training assignments

Must know and understand company policies, regulations, and procedures regarding employee conduct and attendance

Excellent attendance, attitude, and motivation

This position is a training position. This person must show the desire and ability to learn. Excellent attendance, attitude and motivation must be demonstrated to advance to the next level (Mold Operator II)
Most duties are performed under direct supervision or while shadowing an experienced operator

Responsible for operating in conformance with the ISO certification held by the Ruston facility

When assigned to Mold Line Lift, handle, and move product from molds and properly place on mold cars within cycle time Operate controls for all molding machines

Fill, backfill, and mop off molds and mold tops Clean preheater and hopper

Set up block racks, block holders, pipe sleeves, and install core caps Scrape and lube followers

Identify and reject molded product that does not meet product specifications

Identify molded product that would be acceptable for rework

Notify Mold Lead or Production Supervisor of mechanical problems that affect quality

Performs other duties as assigned.

When assigned to Quad-Hex Area Set up Quad-Hex lifters and operate and remove material from Quad-Hex molds

Scrape buildup on heads of Quad-Hex and in mold Identify and reject molded product that does not meet product specifications

Identify molded product that would be acceptable for rework

Notify Mold Lead or Production Supervisor of mechanical problems that affect quality

Performs other duties as assigned

When assigned to Basement Enters tanks to clean while following required safety procedures

Wipe off tanks must be cleaned

Keeps floor and drain clean in basement

Clean plugs

Clean preheater decks (mold line & quad station)
Clean sump

Keep all barrels empty

All molds must be cleaned for mold changes

Works independently

Performs other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Education and/or Experience and Skills High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or 1 month of manufacturing experience

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and communicate accurately with coworkers. The employee will frequently engage in repetitive motions. The employee must frequently, lift, push or pull 50 pounds and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with assistance.

Visual acuity is…