Wet Chop Operator

Role details

At Saint-Gobain, our employees have pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, & Collaboration. Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms while our products make the world a more beautiful, safer, and sustainable home. _What's the job?_ The Wet Chop Operator reports directly to the Production Supervisor. They will sliver the forming position, hand-deliver the glass strand to the chopper and thread it through the machine to begin the chopping operation.

They will have to operate the control panel on the chopper, assist in other duties that could include rebuilding and replacing cots, cutter heads, product changes, quality control, and product packaging. Some of these duties will require use of LOTO practices and special PPE. _Duties:_ 1. Sliver the position, pull the strand to the chopper and thread–up the machine. 2. Operate the chopper controls. 3. Assist in building and changing out chopper cots and cutter heads. 4. Assist in machine change-over when making product changes. 5. Verify product quality including cut length, yardage and LOI. 6. Assist in packaging of the finished product. 7. Complete Operator checklists. 8.

Must be trained in the use of LOTO. 9. Use of special PPE will be required for some duties.

Qualifications

+ High school diploma or equivalent (preferred) + Able to work 12 hour rotating swing shifts + Willing to work weekends and holidays (we run 24/7) - Saint-Gobain ADFORS, a leader in reinforcement technical textiles for construction markets. Focused on the construction and industrial markets, Saint-Gobain ADFORS offers a complete range of textiles and coating technologies using fiberglass yarns, synthetic fibers, and natural fibers. We are the recognized leader in reinforcement technical textiles for construction markets thanks to the knowledge and expertise built over the past 80 years.

In line with the mission of the Saint-Gobain Group to which we belong, our high-performing and customizable solutions aim at providing performance, comfort, and safety to the final users. Learn more about Saint-Gobain ADFORS: https://www.adfors.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. - This position is subject to export controls under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Qualified applicants for the position must meet the ITAR definition of “U.S. Person” at 22 C.F.R.

120.15 as a: U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, or otherwise a protected individual (including for example refugees and asylees). - Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at [email protected]. - 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 local pay for this position, which is $24.20 per hour (entry rate). Once trained, candidates will be paid $25.20 per hour. This hourly pay rate offered can vary depending on location, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. Additional Pay Incentives for This Role Include: • Standard Overtime (Hourly Rate • 1.5) • Attendance Incentive for Meeting Company Attendance Requirements • 7 day Shift Incentive (i.e. double time for working 7 consecutive days) Saint-Gobain is committed to helping you and your family be well in all aspects of your life.

Be Well. Be You brings together inclusive programs and meaningful resources to support all aspects of your physical, emotional, financial, and social well-being. Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs.

Health and Well-being – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work. o Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance o Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options o LiveWell Wellness Program o Employee Assistance Program (EAP) o Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave o Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality. o 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP) Cash Balance o Pension Plan o Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability o Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness and o Accident Insurance o Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want o Commuter Benefits o Group Legal o Identity Theft Protection o Auto and Home Insurance o Pet Insurance and Discounts o Back-up Child and Elder Care o PerkSpot Employee Discount Program o Volunteer Day o One pair of company-issued steel-toe shoes, and safety glasses; annual