Position Description
Job Summary
If you want to reshape the world and discover your greatest potential, Saint-Gobain provides one-of-a-kind opportunities for innovative problem solvers.
We're one of only two companies in the world that is consistently recognized as both a top Global Employer and a Top 100 Global Innovator, but Saint-Gobain's remarkable story and culture of innovation begins with a team of nearly 200,000 creative, diverse and passionate team members collaborating across the globe. We are committed to our mission to improve lives because, every day, we witness the enormous impact of our efforts on the world around us.
Nature and Scope of Role:
- Manufactures close tolerance plastic parts by setting up and operating an injection molding machine, while maintaining high safety standards, equipment, and all quality documentation.
- Set-Up and Run New Production Jobs when Scheduled..
- Ensure manufactured parts conform with all customer requirements through the completion of detailed inspection plans/reports..
- Runs production safely and consistently measuring all critical areas per sample lot size.
- Deburrs and bags all production in accordance with the router steps and stamps off operations before moving to the next operation.
- Maintains 5S work space before, during, and after each scheduled shift.
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Essential Functions:
- Reads blueprint drawings and work orders to understand and meet customer specifications.
- Produces parts by following the work orders, blueprints, and programming folders.
- Sets up molds for each work cell and maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements following manufacturer's instructions.
- Maintains drawing specifications by observing process temperatures and injection pressures to detect non-conformances.
- Verifies settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample work pieces.
- Calculates dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers, Vernier calipers, and optical comparator.
- Informs supervisors and team leads when machinery needs repairs.
- Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with all company EH&S policies and procedures
- Maintains work space before, during, and after each scheduled shift in accordance with 5S principles.
- Contribute to team effort by performing other supporting tasks as directed by the Shift Supervisor.
- Work in a manner that complies with all site policies and procedures, and actively demonstrates SG principles of conduct & action.
Required Qualifications
Required Skills & Experience:
• High School Diploma or GED certificate.
• Ability to read, understand and follow written materials including blueprint drawings, job orders, etc.
• 5+ years experience in thermoplastics processing.
• 5+ years prior experience in set-up and operation of injection molds and auxiliary equipment.
• Experience using inspection equipment and following quality procedures.
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, good attendance and flexibility to work overtime as needed. Other
• Manual dexterity required to operate machinery and program equipment.
• Other job duties as assigned.
• Good vision to read written materials and measuring instruments.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds
Additional Description
Certain states 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 prospective candidates and provide the local pay range for this position, which is $18.00 to $27.00 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 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 $43,400 to $65,200. Bonus payments are part of variable compensation and by nature can vary based on company and individual performance and is not a guarantee.
Additional Pay Incentives for This Role Include:
- Shift Differentials (2nd Shift Differential: $1.50/hr. 3rd Shift Differential: $2.50/hr.)
Company Summary
Saint-Gobain's innovations touch almost every major industry around the world. Within its Life Sciences division, teams are solving critical problems for customers who are getting life-saving medical devices to the frontlines of healthcare, discovering essential medications, and nourishing and connecting the world through consumer, industrial and electronics applications. As one of the world's leading producers of high-performance polymer products, we improve lives by making simple experiences better and being there in life's critical moments. Our team members recognize that we all create the environment for people to succeed, with a culture built on respect, open and honest communication, and honoring our commitments to our customers and each other. And at the heart of our culture, we've learned working together makes good ideas, great ones. With a legacy dating back more than 350 years, Saint-Gobain offers employees the stability and security of a leading Global 500 corporation while operating like multiple small and agile start-ups, where entrepreneurial spirit, pioneering teamwork, and bold, forward-thinking ideas pave new paths. Every team member is encouraged to develop and leverage their unique expertise and strengths to make the greatest impact on the company and our end users. At Saint-Gobain, you're empowered and equipped with countless opportunities and resources for professional development. You will find the support you need to create a vision and roadmap for your career, and make that vision a reality. Invent yourself at Saint-Gobain Life Sciences; and together, we'll create a better life
Legal Statement
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.