XPS Production Associate- Day Shift: Rockford

About the role

Join the Kingspan Insulation team, an industry-leading manufacturer of innovative insulation solutions. We are committed to providing architects, specifiers, and contractors with high-quality, innovative products supported by technical expertise and customer service which is unsurpassed in the industry. At Kingspan, we're on a mission to improve building performance and contribute to a more sustainable future for our customers and the environment. Our insulation products have the ability to help lower the built environment’s carbon footprint: 164 million tons of CO2 will be saved over the life of our insulation systems sold in 2020 which is enough to power a major airline for 15 years!

Responsibilities

• Performs all work in a safe manner; promotes and fosters a safe work environment.
• Operates process lines and other equipment as necessary and performs minor maintenance tasks.
• Measures product quality properties, inputs data into SAP, takes corrective action to maintain quality within specification.
• Aids Line Leads/Area Leaders in performing mechanical repairs.
• Performs product changeovers and completes necessary paperwork.
• Makes necessary adjustments to the lines, ensuring quality of product.
• Aids other operators as needed.
• Removes and grinds scrap from rolls and gaylords.
• Notifies Area Leader/Shift Supervisor and/or maintenance of all equipment/process problems.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent plus 1 year of experience working in a manufacturing, warehouse, or similar job/environment, or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge and ability.
• Must be able to work in a team-based environment.
• Work shift schedule, including overtime.
• Follow directions and get along well with others.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to communicate orally and written in English.
• Ability to calculate figures by using basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply and divide).
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to generate, and evaluate alternatives, and make timely decisions.
• Ability to treat others and their ideas with respect and support them when faced with challenges.
• Ability to follow through on commitments and act with integrity.

Skills

• Adaptability
• Customer Orientation
• Decision Making
• Earning Trust
• Managing Work
• Teamwork

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation + Bonus Opportunities
• Comprehensive Benefits from Day 1
• 401k Plan with Generous Match
• Work/Life Balance
• Advancement and Professional Growth

Pay

Competitive compensation based on qualifications and experience.

Schedule

Variable schedule to accommodate production needs.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

Kingspan provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.