Production Machine Operator (1st and 3rd Shift)

About the Role

Johns Manville is seeking motivated individuals to join our team as Production Operators at our Fernley, NV location. This role offers opportunities for growth and advancement through skill progression. While no prior experience is required, previous experience in industrial settings such as manufacturing, warehouse operations, or construction is preferred and can be beneficial to success in this role.

Your Day To Day

• Monitor production lines and ensure smooth operation during your shift
• Communicate effectively via radio with team members
• Perform hands-on tasks such as cutting material, sampling products, moving materials, and operating a forklift
• Support housekeeping efforts including emptying trash carts and general clean-up
• Assist with equipment start-ups and complete preventative maintenance tasks
• Begin learning additional key roles as part of your skills progression (Levels 2–4)
• Understand and follow finished product specifications
• Take on additional tasks as assigned by your supervisor

What You Bring To The Team

• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to read a tape measure and understand work instructions and product specs
• Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, percentages)
• Beginner to intermediate computer skills (Microsoft Office)
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Previous experience in an industrial environment preferred

Physical Requirements

• Stand for extended periods
• Safely lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs., sometimes in awkward positions
• Perform repetitive hand motions and manual tasks
• Work safely in a fast-paced, dusty environment with varying temperatures
• Adapt to a rotating 8- or 12-hour shift schedule
• Bend, stoop, kneel, and reach overhead regularly

Schedule

Day shift: 6am – 2:30pm and night shift: 10pm – 6:30am.

Pay

The base hourly rate for this position is $24.94.

Benefits

• Choice of comprehensive medical plans, dental plan, vision plan, wellness program, and critical illness insurance
• 401(k) plan with a sizeable company match
• Paid vacation, paid sick leave, and parental leave for eligible employees
• Basic life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, employee assistance program, and business travel accident coverage
• Supplemental life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• Health spending account, traditional flexible spending account, and dependent care spending account
• Tuition reimbursement program for undergraduate and certain graduate programs