WHY DO WE NEED YOU?
Location: Wheatfield, NY
Department: Specialty Grains & Powders
Labor Grade: 9
Rate of Pay: $31.20 per hour, plus applicable skill pay and shift differential
Schedule: 8-hour shift (schedule subject to change based on business conditions)
Openings: 1 Position Available
Reports To: Manufacturing Manager / Production Lead
The Plant Operator - Sizing is responsible for performing the operations required to process, size, blend, inspect, and package finished product in accordance with customer specifications and quality standards. This role plays a key part in maintaining product quality, supporting production efficiency, and ensuring a safe work environment.
The successful candidate will work independently while collaborating with production leadership and team members to support daily operations. Strong attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, problem-solving skills, and a commitment to safety are essential.
IS THIS JOB FOR YOU?
- Operate sizing, screening, blending, and packaging equipment safely and efficiently.
- Perform product sizing, blending, magnetic separation, and packaging activities.
- Conduct quality checks, including sieve analysis, sampling, and visual inspections.
- Complete production and quality records accurately.
- Perform basic troubleshooting and minor equipment maintenance.
- Operate forklifts and material handling equipment.
- Maintain housekeeping and 5S standards within the work area.
- Follow all safety procedures, including PPE requirements and lockout/tagout practices.
- Participate in continuous improvement, safety, and operational excellence initiatives.
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Ability to work safely and independently in a manufacturing environment.
- Basic math and recordkeeping skills.
- Ability to learn production processes, equipment operation, and quality requirements.
- Strong attention to detail and effective communication skills.
- One year of industrial manufacturing experience.
- One year of forklift operating experience.
- Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, climbing, and material handling.
- Ability to work around industrial equipment, dust, noise, and varying environmental conditions.
- Ability to wear required PPE, including safety glasses, hearing protection, safety shoes, and respirators as required.
A LITTLE MORE ABOUT US
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.
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.
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].
BENEFITS IN JOINING US
Certain states require pay information 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 prospective candidates and provide the local pay range for this position, which is $31.20 per hour, plus applicable skill pay and shift differential. This hourly pay rate offered can vary depending on location/geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.
Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best needs their individual needs.
Health and Wellbeing – 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
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 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 Accident Insurance
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 & Elder Care
o PerkSpot Employee Discount Program
o Volunteer Day
Job Reference: USA15348
