What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Associate position at Knauf Insulation?
Overview
Knauf Insulation North America is the world's fastest-growing insulation manufacturer. We are wholly committed to the conservation of the environment while also sustainably developing and manufacturing a comprehensive line of acoustical fiberglass insulation for residential, commercial, industrial, marine, OEM and metal building applications, using post-consumer recycled materials.
We welcome passionate and creative individuals who thrive in an entrepreneurial, collaborative and ever-changing environment.
Pay Rate:
$23.55/hour
Perfect Attendance Bonus: $.75/hour
Retention Bonus: $1,750
$750 after six months
$1,000 after one year
Up to a 5% quarterly bonus!
We know how important your health, wellbeing, and financial strength is to you. To support you, we provide affordable benefits for you and your family members.
"Supporting all aspects of the individual — self, health, wealth and community”
Our benefits include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision – starting on day one!
- Offsite Free Clinic
- Virtual Medical Services
- 401(k) Retirement Plan (earn 100% matching on your first 6% and fully vested day one)
- Paid parental leave
- Company paid life insurance
- Vacation time to enjoy getting away, and Paid Time Off (PTO) for unexpected illness
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- A full-time work schedule that allows you to only work ½ the time!
- Plus, more!
Growth opportunities available!
Apply online or contact us to hear why our employees appreciate being part of the Knauf family!
Responsibilities
- Follows direction of the Shift Supervisor in safe operation of equipment in the manufacturing of insulation.
- Communicates with Shift Supervisor regularly, and specifically when packaging supplies need replenishing.
- Communicates with Shift Supervisor, Cold End Coordinator and Maintenance regarding any equipment problems or equipment that may need preventative maintenance or repair work performed to ensure safety and maximum operating efficiency.
- Knows all safety warning signs and signals and takes corrective action.
- Remains current on plant and safety matters, participating regularly in department/plant safety meetings.
- Participate in the continuous improvement efforts in regard to product quality, environmental, health, & safety.
Qualifications
Education:
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
To perform this job successfully, individuals must be able to demonstrate the following:
- Observe safety and security procedures, report potentially unsafe conditions, and use equipment and materials properly.
- Accurately count and perform basic math functions, including mental calculation of simple equations and/or fractions.
- Proficient in English (reading and writing).
It is the policy of Knauf Insulation to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic prohibited by applicable law.
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