Finishing Operator Job

About the role

Armstrong World Industries is seeking a Finishing Operator to join our team in Millwood, West Virginia.

Responsibilities

• Performs inspections of the PLO work area, including all equipment, the lift truck, and conveyor belts - looking for equipment malfunctions and potential problem areas.
• Follows PPE guidelines and safe work practices.
• Conducts daily safety risk assessments on routine and non-routine job tasks.
• Participates in the Near Miss/Good Catch and Safety Management System.
• Performs Start Up and Shutdown of the fiber line/packaging equipment ensuring that the equipment is functioning correctly, safely, productively, and effectively ensuring minimum starts and stops of the packaging equipment while running and performing the proper tasks and documenting completion on the Start Up and Shutdown task lists.
• Properly packages the finished product in accordance with Customer requirements and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Properly loads bales into the proper trailer using the clamp truck.
• Completes required Packaging paperwork (i.e., Quality Control report for bales).
• Participates in all stages of the operation of packing equipment and routing correctly to the appropriate storage location.
• Knows how to and where to find customer specifications and makes necessary changes on HMI.
• Safely operates mobile equipment and front-end loader to position raw materials and equipment as needed.
• Operates large end loader, forklift, bobcat, scissor lift, lull, excavator, and aerial boom lift.
• Reports (verbally and/or in writing) irregularities, off-spec products, safety or security risk situations, accidents, breakdown of equipment and defective raw materials to the Production Supervisor.
• Provides thorough shift communications to other crews and staff through verbal and written report.
• Troubleshoots and solves problems when issues arise on the line.
• Suggests modifications to production equipment to produce in a consistent manner so that finished products meet the requirements of the company, safety, quality and environmental standards.
• Trains new Finishing Operators teaching the new operator the various work tasks of this position and following the established Certification & Training process (completing proper certification documentation).
• Routinely inspects recycle system, bucket elevator, raw material handling system, motors, transmission; performs operator maintenance as directed.
• Understands the LOTO procedure. Operators must be able to adjust baler for weight and measurement standards. Bale weight tracking.
• Performs consistent housekeeping of the finishing line area.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 2+ years of prior industrial or warehouse experience preferred.
• Prior experience with lean/process improvement preferred.
• Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in roles within 30 days of hire.
• Must be able to work overtime as needed.
• Must be able to work without direct supervision and have an excellent balance between people and the tasks at hand and ability to work and be attentive to a team environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 2+ years of prior industrial or warehouse experience preferred.
• Prior experience with lean/process improvement preferred.
• Must be able to demonstrate proficiency in roles within 30 days of hire.
• Must be able to work overtime as needed.
• Must be able to work without direct supervision and have an excellent balance between people and the tasks at hand and ability to work and be attentive to a team environment.

Skills

• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to follow safety protocols.
• Proficiency in operating various types of machinery.
• Effective communication skills.
• Problem-solving abilities.

Benefits

• A benefits package including: medical, dental, prescription drug, life insurance, 401k match, long-term disability coverage, vacation and sick time, and many more.

Pay

$23.18/hr - $26.80/hr

Schedule

Full-time position.

Company

Armstrong World Industries is an Americas leader in the design and manufacture of innovative interior and exterior architectural applications including ceilings, specialty walls and exterior metal solutions. With approximately $1.4 billion in revenue, AWI has about 3,700 employees and a manufacturing network of 21 facilities in North America. At home, at work, in healthcare facilities, classrooms, stores, or restaurants, we offer interior solutions that help to enhance comfort, save time, improve building efficiency and overall performance, and create beautiful spaces. For more than 160 years, we have built our business on trust and integrity. It set us apart then, and it sets us apart now, along with our ability to collaborate with and innovate for the people we're here to serve - our customers, our shareholders, our communities and our employees. We are committed to developing new and sustainable architectural solutions, with design and performance possibilities that make a positive difference in spaces where we live, work, learn, heal and play. It's an exciting, rewarding business to be in, and we're committed to continue to grow and prosper for the benefit of all of our stakeholders.

Why join Armstrong World Industries?

We are committed to engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce. As part of our dedication to diversity, AWI is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard for race, sex, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures.

Location

Lancaster, PA. A great central location in South Central Pennsylvania, Lancaster is ideally situated for easy access to major metropolitan cities such as Philadelphia, Baltimore, Washington DC, and New York City. Lancaster offers a vibrant arts and entertainment community with wonderful historic sites, B&Bs, museums, great shopping, entertainment venues and restaurants. Armstrong is committed to engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce.