Machine Operator

Saint-Gobain Performance Ceramics & Refractories in Worcester, MA is currently hiring a Machine Operator (Hydraulic Molder) to work in our Bonded area. The operator will be responsible for applying a limited variety of methods, procedures and techniques to mold products using hydraulic and molding equipment to compact mix to shape products (i.e. wheels, batts, plates, saggers, rings or bricks) utilizing shop orders and blueprints.

Pay Details: $24.91 + Shift Differential

Shift details: 2 nd Shift 1:30 PM- 10:00 PM

Essential Functions:

• Adjusts hydraulic press settings to applicable height, weights, and length measurements listed on work orders/ blueprints
• Completes density tests on products and reviews the well-defined shop orders and blueprints assigned by the supervisor
• Weighs out grain, pours grain/mix into mold, uses a level or pin rake to spread mix and presses to mold the piece
• Utilizes wide variety of measuring tools, hand and power tools including a tamping gun to properly mold product
• Other related duties assigned

Education/Experience Requirements:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) or equivalent experience.
• General manufacturing skills such as blueprint reading, intermediate math skills (measure in standard and metrics using various measuring devices such as calipers, measuring tapes, micrometers, measuring tools) and basic computers skills are required.
• This position requires up to 3 months' work experience to become proficient in most phases of the job to work independently.

Working Conditions and Physical Effort:

Physical Demands/Efforts

• May be required to repetitively lift and/or move up to 50 pounds without assistance.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and smell.

Mental & Visual Demands

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include: close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

• While performing the duties of this job within the manufacturing environment, the employee is frequently exposed to work near moving mechanical parts.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to heat, fumes or airborne dust.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Various PPE devices & equipment such as gloves, safety shoes, respirators, dust masks, hard hats, respirators, hearing protection, and glasses may be required.

This document is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive description of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position as they may be changed at management discretion or in response to business demands.

Saint-Gobain Industrial Ceramics is a worldwide manufacturer of high temperature specialised refractory materials. Our products are manufactured for the Ceramics, Metallurgy, Foundry, Chemical, Petrochemical, Power Generation, Waste Processing and Glass Making Industries. We specialise in products ranging from refractory bricks, tiles and blocks to mortar, cements, ramming and gunnable monolithics and trowelling mixes to low mass kiln furniture systems.

At Saint-Gobain we design, manufacture and distribute materials which are key ingredients in the wellbeing of each of us and the future of all. Join our innovative, passionate and entrepreneurial community to improve the world of tomorrow with us.

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.

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 SGNA_HR_Compliance@saint-gobain.com .

Certain locations require pay information to be provided in job postings. Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees’ well-being 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 range for this position, which is-$21.00-to-$35.00-per hour. This hourly pay rate offered can vary depending on location, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience, among other factors. In addition to the hourly base pay rate, this position is eligible for-periodic bonus payments/an annual bonus. The targeted bonus amount can be up to-10%-of the hourly rate based on company and individual performance measures. The total annual target cash range (Hourly Pay Rate plus Bonus, annualized (40 hrs/week * 52wks)) for this position is-$51,400.00-TTC-to-$83,500.00-TTC. Bonus payments are part of variable compensation and, by nature, can vary based on company and individual performance and are not a guarantee.

Additional Pay Incentives for This Role Include:

• Standard Overtime (Hourly Rate * 1.5)
• Shift premium a $1.50/hour

Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs:

• Health and Wellbeing – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.
• Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options
• LiveWell Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave

Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.

• 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan
• Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance

Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want

• Group Legal
• Identity Theft Protection
• Auto and Home Insurance
• Pet Insurance and Discounts
• Back-up Child & Elder Care
• PerkSpot Employee Discount Program