Pierce County, Washington, United States · On-site
Entry level$5.2B raised
James Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions, with a portfolio that includes fiber cement, fiber gypsum, composite and PVC decking and railing products. Our family of trusted brands i…
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Full-time
Medical Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Short-term Disability Insurance, Long-term Disability Insurance, 401(k) Retirement Plan
Posted 32d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Operate and maintain industrial machinery to convert raw materials into high-quality fiber cement building products. Communicate safety and quality issues to leads and assist in machine cleaning and continuous improvement efforts.
Requirements
Ideally requires at least one year of experience in manufacturing or working with large machinery. Must be able to meet physical demands, including lifting up to 50 pounds and standing or walking for extended periods.
Full job description
James Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions, with a portfolio that includes fiber cement, fiber gypsum, composite and PVC decking and railing products. Our family of trusted brands includes Hardie®, TimberTech®, AZEK® Exteriors, Versatex®, fermacell®, and StruXure®.
With over 8,000 employees and our U.S. operating entities headquartered in Chicago, we boast 31 operating sites, 6 recycling facilities, and 6 research and development centers globally. Powered by a dynamic workforce, we’re united by our purpose of Building a Better Future for All™ through sustainable innovation, a Zero Harm culture, and a commitment to empowering our people and communities.
If you are smart, driven, and authentic, with a background in operating machinery, or a desire in learning to become a General Operator we want to speak with you!
The Generalist Operator is an integral member of the James Hardie manufacturing team, you will be responsible for operating industrial scale machinery to convert raw materials into a finished product, while working with other team members to produce high-quality fiber cement building products.
Here at James Hardie, we believe that our continued growth and innovation are yours too, that’s why we have a progressive internal certification program that enables you to keep learning and growing throughout your journey here with us.
What You’ll Do:
Operate and maintain industrial equipment and machinery
Learn how to make and manufacture our wide variety of innovative products
Communicate all pertinent information regarding safety, quality, and mechanical issues to designated leads.
Assist in the efforts of down day machine cleaning, wash-ups, housekeeping, and continuous improvement efforts.
Perform product adherence checks to maintain our quality standards
What You’ll Bring:
Ideally a minimum of 1-year experience in manufacturing, or working with large machinery and equipment
Ability to demonstrate past success related to manufacturing, or a business support crew environment
Understanding of safety policies to drive a best in class Zero Harm Culture
Solid work history of learning, job growth and achievements
Ability to continuously stand, walk or sit
Ability to lift up to 10lbs frequently, and 50 pounds occasionally.
Ability to bend, climb ladder & stairs
What You’ll Receive:
Comprehensive low-cost co-pay medical insurance; as well as vision insurance benefits for every 30+ hour full-time employee. Insurance starts on day one!
Life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability insurance
401(k) Retirement plan that will match 100% of employees saved dollars up to the first 6% of your salary
Paid Time Off that accrues at a rate of eighty (80) hours per year for the first 4 years of employment. Accrual rate subsequently increases at 5,10 and 15 years of employment.
11 paid holidays per year, paid vacation including Jury Duty and bereavement leave
Paid sick leave that accrues at a rate of 1 hour for every 40 hours worked (40 hours annually)
Wellness Program
Employee Assistance Program
Parental Leave
Tuition reimbursement
Employee Stock Purchase Program
James Hardie Building Products Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, veteran's status, marital status, pregnancy, disability, or any other basis protected by law.
James Hardie will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, in accordance with its plans and policies.
The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.
James Hardie Industries is the world’s #1 producer and marketer of high-performance fiber cement and fiber gypsum building solutions. We employ a diverse global workforce of approximately 5,800 employees across operations in North America, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand, and generated more than $3.9 billion in net sales during our 2024 financial year.
We believe that home is a sanctuary and a canvas for self-expression without compromise. As the trusted innovator and industry leader in the markets where we operate, James Hardie empowers homeowners and building professionals alike to achieve their dream home with premium quality solutions that enable endless possibilities for design and aesthetics, while also delivering trusted protection and long-lasting beauty.
Key to this effort is our dedication to our customers, market driven innovation, an inclusive and empowering company culture, and an unwavering commitment to our Zero Harm safety initiative. We also recognize the company’s ability to influence the communities in which we live and work around the world. While operating with a global mindset, we put great care into how our business impacts the local communities in which we operate and serve by sourcing locally, employing locally and delivering locally.
Offices: 231 S La Salle St, Chicago, Illinois 60604, US · 26300 La Alameda, Mission Viejo, California 92691, US · Bennigsenplatz 1, B1, Düsseldorf, Nordrhein-Westfalen 40474, DE · 7 The Priory, Old London Road, Sutton Coldfield, GB · 60 Castlereagh St, Level 17, Sydney, New South Wales 2000, AU
James Hardie Industries is the world’s #1 producer and marketer of high-performance fiber cement and fiber gypsum building solutions. We employ a diverse global workforce of approximately 5,800 employees across operations in North America, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand, and generated more than $3.9 billion in net sales during our 2024 financial year.
We believe that home is a sanctuary and a canvas for self-expression without compromise. As the trusted innovator and industry leader in the markets where we operate, James Hardie empowers homeowners and building professionals alike to achieve their dream home with premium quality solutions that enable endless possibilities for design and aesthetics, while also delivering trusted protection and long-lasting beauty.
Key to this effort is our dedication to our customers, market driven innovation, an inclusive and empowering company culture, and an unwavering commitment to our Zero Harm safety initiative. We also recognize the company’s ability to influence the communities in which we live and work around the world. While operating with a global mindset, we put great care into how our business impacts the local communities in which we operate and serve by sourcing locally, employing locally and delivering locally.
Offices: 231 S La Salle St, Chicago, Illinois 60604, US · 26300 La Alameda, Mission Viejo, California 92691, US · Bennigsenplatz 1, B1, Düsseldorf, Nordrhein-Westfalen 40474, DE · 7 The Priory, Old London Road, Sutton Coldfield, GB · 60 Castlereagh St, Level 17, Sydney, New South Wales 2000, AU