Furnace Operator

Johns Manville•Phenix City, AL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a production position working to support the Cupola Operator is away from the control station. Working with plant management team at all levels within the organization to support the four Johns Manville core values: People, Passion, Performance, and Protection.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to read, write, and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, straightforward written or oral instructions
Knowledgeable in Microsoft Excel.
2 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
Team worker with a high degree of interpersonal skills
Good communication skills with the ability to define and articulate problems to support resources including maintenance, engineering and IT.
Must be able to lift 35lb box.
Must be able to use stairs.
Must be able to either sit or stand for 12 hours at production line controls with infrequent breaks.

Nice To Haves

ABB knowledge is a plus.
IIG Forklift Certified
Confined Space Certified
Log Out Tag Out Certified
Confined Space Certified
Fit testing as required

Responsibilities

Supports and promotes safe practices and environmental commitments in alignment with company commitments, policies, and compliance requirements
Support the Cupola Operator when they are away from the control station by monitoring ABB Controls for the Cupola, Rock Yard and support equipment production areas including: Raw material batch and delivery, binder, spinner, Envirotec, bag house and collection chamber
Support the activities of, and work as a team member with the Cupola operator to safely ensure consistent melt delivery.
Complete Cupola tasks at the direction of the Cupola Operator or Supervisor to operate safely, efficiently and consistently: Taps, diverts, bank and drops.
Support the Cupola Operator when away from the control station by communicating between different functional areas.
Report any machine, process or safety issues to the Cupola Operator or Supervisor.
Support maintenance and technical resources to assist in troubleshooting controls, spinner and support equipment issues.
Monitor automatic E-stops, lockout points, and control equipment while being repaired
Collect samples for quality testing and analysis.
Monitor production line video cameras and scale systems to detect production problems and maximize output
Fill in for the Cupola Operator in their absence. Complete all necessary reports and store any necessary records as required by environmental permits and plant policy.
Always use safe work practices, follows all safety rules and procedures, immediately reports any hazardous conditions, and fully participate in safety program.
Perform safety observations and complete training assignments.
Wears all personal protective equipment as required by management, including but not limited to all or some of the following; protective shoes, glasses, ear plugs, bump cap or hard hat, dust mask or respirator.
Performs other duties as directed