Who We Are
Johns Manville is a leading manufacturer and marketer of premium-quality insulation and commercial roofing, along with glass fibers and nonwovens for commercial, industrial and residential applications. Our products are used in a wide variety of industries including building products, aerospace, automotive and transportation, filtration, commercial interiors, waterproofing and wind energy.
A proud member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies, we serve customers in more than 80 countries around the globe. We are committed to delivering positive and powerful experiences, because we are successful only when our employees and customers thrive. We are passionate, we care about people, we perform at a superior level, and we protect others and our environments.
Compensation
The base hourly rate for this position is $31.84.Position Overview:
This position is responsible for communicating and supporting JM core values and delivering the JM experience. The Production Leader performs several duties, including, but not limited to, following written and verbal instructions, and making decisions using good judgment based on prevailing conditions. The Production Leader is responsible for the entire production work crew on a specific shift and all functions related to the Production department.
Responsibilities:
The Production Leader has overall responsibility for coordinating and managing assigned resources and employees to produce high quality products safely and efficiently. Key responsibilities of this position include:
- Adheres to the JM Life Critical Policies (Lock-Tag-Clear-Try; Line Breaking; Confined Space; Fall Protection; Arc Flash, Live Electrical Work; and working while under the influence).
- Follow the Job Safety Analyses, use safe work practices, and report hazardous conditions always.
- Conduct/manage the Daily Safety Huddle Meetings with work crew.
- Lead the production crew in meeting all monthly safety metric goals.
- Ensure all equipment and work areas are always clean and orderly, per assigned 5S housekeeping schedule.
- Trains production members on Production Product Specifications, Standard Operating Procedures, Plant Rules, and all Shift Expectations
- Understanding and implementation of the Pay-4-Skills program
- Trains new employees on plant safety requirements for specific machinery
- Understand product specifications and manufacturing standards
- Understands and utilizes the RCCA/5Why Process.
- Responsible for all plant environmental equipment and inspections.
- Support the reorganization projects with the goal of reducing scrap and waste.
- Performs/manages daily & weekly environmental inspections
- Performs quarterly employee reviews with department staff.
- Plans, assigns, and prepares work activities for direct reports within the Production Team/Shift.
- Distribute Daily Shift Report to staff prior to end of shift
- Communicate day-to-day issues with the following Production shift
- Close out Production Orders in a timely manner
- Perform preventive maintenance as required.
- Maintain inventory on non-raw materials to reduce downtime
- Experienced in all SAP functions required within the Production function of the plant.
- Participate and/or drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Will be trained in and respond to situations requiring First Aid, CPR, or the use of an AED.
Leadership Responsibilities:
- This person must have the skills to interact as a leader with all plant department employees.
- Lead pre-shift huddles
- Overseeing and coaching employees
- Assist with setting daily/weekly/monthly objectives and communicating them to employees
Requirements: (education, skills, and abilities)
- High School Diploma
- 5 Years Manufacturing Experience
- Demonstrated Supervisory Experience
- Strong Written and Verbal Communication Skills
- Demonstrated Ability to Troubleshoot and Handle Multiple Priorities and Projects
- Working Knowledge of Software Programs Such as Spreadsheet, Word Processing and Data Base Programs.
Physical Requirements:
The physical requirements of this position are: (these requirements are typical for most of our manufacturing roles)
- The ability to stand for extended periods
- The ability to manually lift, push or pull at least 50 pounds safely and with proper body mechanics, sometimes while in awkward positions.
- Use of hands (repetitive motion, grabbing, feeling, sensing, pulling)
- The ability to work safely in a fast-paced, sometimes stressful work environment
- The ability to safely and effectively work in an often-dusty work environment that experiences a broad range of temperatures (very hot to very cold).
- The ability to withstand the rigors of working a 12(or 8)-hour rotating shift schedule.
- The ability to bend, stoop or kneel repetitively.
- The ability to reach or work above the shoulder
Incumbent must be physically able to perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Please Keep in Mind
If you do not meet 100% of these requirements, we at JM still want to hear from you. So, if you are interested in the role, we encourage you to apply so we can learn how your skills and talents can contribute to our team.
Benefits
Johns Manville (JM) offers a wide range of benefits to employees. Some are subsidized by the company and others are fully employee-paid. Health benefits include a choice of comprehensive medical plans, a dental plan, vision plan, wellness program and critical illness insurance. JM sponsors a 401(k) plan which includes a sizeable company match. JM offers paid vacation and also provides paid sick and parental leave for eligible employees.
Additionally, Johns Manville provides basic life Insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, an employee assistance program, and business travel accident coverage. Supplemental life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance are available as well. The company also offers a variety of tax saving accounts; health spending account, traditional flexible spending account, and a dependent care spending account. JM also offers a tuition reimbursement program for undergraduate and certain graduate programs.
Diversity & Inclusion
Johns Manville believes diversity and inclusion in our workplace is critical for the long-term success of our company. We are committed to retaining, developing and attracting a diverse workforce that fosters an inclusive work environment in which all employees are treated with dignity and respect. This is the right thing to do for our employees, our company and our communities. Our D&I council is composed of employees from locations across North American & Europe who meet regularly and work to promote and foster an environment of inclusion. Born from our D&I council is our network of employee resource groups (ERGs) that are focused on supporting diverse communities in the workplace. Review more about our diversity & inclusion initiatives on JM’s Career page.
Incumbent must be physically able to perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.