Heavy Equipment Recycle Operator
Saint-Gobain
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**POSITION SUMMARY**
This position is responsible for the transportation of raw materials within the Plant using heavy equipment, including front-end loader, forklift, and bulldozer, to offload barges and feed materials into feeders and hoppers. The position takes quality samples of various materials, performs manual labor, maintains housekeeping standards, and follows Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).
**ESSENTIAL DUTIES:**
• Operate and maintain mill according to established procedures and processes
• Move recycled wallboard using front-end loader forklift to feed machines and conveyor belts
• Move gypsum rock in the Dome using the bulldozer
• Manually remove both dry and wet powder from under conveyor belts to clean the area using hand tools
• Maintain equipment in proper working order
• Assist with off-loading of ship and barges by securing the ship to dock, monitoring rock lines, and filling of the dome
• Perform housekeeping duties as required
• Change filter bags annually
• Observe written safety plant regulations and instructions
• Check, collect, and organize all parts and tools prior to starting the job
• Maintain a safe work environment and recognize unsafe conditions and practices and make corrections to prevent injuries and property loss. Required to complete safety audits/inspections of the assigned work area.
• Support 5S and World Class Manufacturing initiatives
• Work within the Safe Work Process and Permitting procedures in CertainTeed Gypsum Inc.
• Report to work on a regular and consistent basis
• Other duties as assigned
**MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED**
Ability to understand the operations of forklift, front end loader, bulldozer, and equipment
Ability to coordinate eyes, hands, and feet to control the movement of vehicle/equipment Ability to understand traffic laws Ability to always work safely
• Ability to move attachments for equipment, sometimes by hand
• Ability to move cribbing and shoring for equipment
• Ability to operate mechanical equipment including dozer, loader, and forklift which is primarily driven in reverse requiring turning and twisting of torso and neck
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks for extended periods of time
• Ability to work independently and deliver results
• Working outdoors during varying weather conditions
• Tolerating jolting, vibration, and noise of equipment
• Estimating distances to move materials to specified sites
• Knowledge of Company policies, practices, and procedures
• Knowledge of recycling area and processes and procedures
• Strong written and oral communication skills with the ability to work as a team
**QUALIFICATIONS**
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience operating front end loader and/or bulldozer
• Previous forklift experience
**PREFERRED OR DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS**
• Previous experience with maintenance of gypsum production equipment
• Heavy equipment certification
**WORKING CONDITIONS**
Works in a manufacturing plant environment with limited HVAC, concrete floors, and exposure to industrial noise, dust, chemicals, and temperature changes. Normal plant operation is 24 hours, 7 days a week and work hours may vary depending on business needs. May require long hours, and weekend and holiday work. May require travel by air and rental cars.
**PHYSICAL DEMANDS**
• Must be capable of wearing personal protective equipment necessary to comply with government and company safety standards whenever engineered methods of reducing hazards or physical requirements cannot be reasonably accommodated
• Perform tasks that require extensive and rigorous walking, bending, twisting, pushing and pulling, gripping, stair, and ladder climbing, entering confined spaces, navigating rough terrain, and occasional lifting of up to 75 lbs.
• May require long periods of sitting, walking, standing, working on a computer, or engaging in a telephone conversation
The above declarations are not intended to be all-inclusive of this position’s duties, responsibilities, and requirements to do this job. They are intended only to describe its general nature.
**About us**
Through the responsible development of innovative and sustainable building products, CertainTeed, headquartered in Malvern, Pennsylvania, has helped shape the building products industry for more than 110 years. Founded in 1904 as General Roofing Manufacturing Company, the firm's slogan "Quality Made Certain, Satisfaction Guaranteed," inspired the name CertainTeed. Today, CertainTeed is a leading North American brand of exterior and interior building products, including roofing, siding, fence, decking, railing, trim, insulation, drywall, and ceilings.
A subsidiary of Saint-Gobain, one of the world’s largest and oldest building products companies, CertainTeed has more than 6,300 employees and more than 60 manufacturing facilities throughout the United States and Canada. www.certainteed.com
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.
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.
**Pay Transparency**
Certain locations require pay information be provided in job postings. Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees’ wellbeing and help improve daily life for themselves and their families. We believe in the importance of pay transparency in what we offer potential candidates. Provided is the pay rate for this position which is $32.89 per hour, plus Day (7am-7pm) or Grave (7pm-7am) shift differential of $1.10 (Days) or $1.30 (Grave) DIFFERENTIAL/hr. In addition to the hourly base pay rate, this position is eligible for Quarterly bonus payments. The targeted bonus amount can be up to 6% based on company and individual performance measures. Bonus payments are part of variable compensation and by nature can vary based on company and individual performance and is not a guarantee.
**Additional Pay Incentives for This Role Include:**
• Standard Overtime (Hourly Rate * 1.5)
**Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs.**
•Health and Wellbeing – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.
• Union-provided Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Union-provided Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options
• LiveWell Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave
**Vacation Hours**
+ Will be available at 6 month Anniversary:- - -xx/xx/xxxx
+ 1/2 to 1 year of employment:- - - - - - - - - - - - - 1 week 40 hours
+ 2 years of employment:- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 2 weeks 80 hours
+ 7 years of employment:- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 3 weeks 120 hours
+ 13 years of employment:- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 4 weeks 160 hours
+ 20 years of employment:- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 5 weeks 200 hours
+ Up to 40 hours of vacation can be used as single days.
Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.
• Union-provided Pension Plan
• Union-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
Accident Insurance
**Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want**
• Commuter Benefits
• Group Legal
• Identity Theft Protection
• Auto and Home Insurance
• Pet Insurance and Discounts
• Back-up Child and Elder Care
• PerkSpot Employee Discount Program
• Volunteer Day
• Tools Allowance
• Company-allowance steel-toe shoes and safety glasses
This role may be covered by a Union. In the event of any discrepancy between this posting and the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the CBA shall govern.
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