Entry Level Nonwovens Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Who We Are
Johns Manville is a leading manufacturer and marketer of premium-quality insulation and commercial roofing, along with glass fibers and nonwovens for commercial, industrial and residential applications. Our products are used in a wide variety of industries including building products, aerospace, automotive and transportation, filtration, commercial interiors, waterproofing and wind energy.
A proud member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies, we serve customers in more than 80 countries around the globe. We are committed to delivering positive and powerful experiences, because we are successful only when our employees and customers thrive. We are passionate, we care about people, we perform at a superior level, and we protect others and our environments.
Pay Range
$35,400.00-$48,600.00 Annual
This is the base salary pay range that an applicant can expect to make upon hire. Pay within this range will vary based upon relevant experience, skills, and education among other factors. In addition, this position is eligible for an incentive bonus.
Position Overview: We are seeking a dedicated and safety-conscious Entry-Level Utility Worker to join our team. The Metal Manufacturing Technician I will be responsible for a variety of tasks to support our operations, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency in all activities.
2nd Shift: M-Th: 2:30pm-12:30am 12% shift premium
Key Responsibilities:
Safety and PPE:

• Select and use task-specific Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Adhere to safe work habits to protect self and others.
• Practice hand safety and follow hazardous communication protocols.
• Ensure grinding safety and control of hazardous energy (LOTO).

Equipment Operation and Maintenance:

• Operate forklifts and perform crane pre-use inspections and operations.
• Conduct crane rigging, use slings and lift devices safely.
• Perform machine guarding and basic machine maintenance, including pre-use inspections and blade changes.
• Operate and maintain chop saws, shears, drill presses, pedestal grinders, sanders, and saws.
• Handle pipe threading, tubing bending, and kitting operations.
• Conduct waterjet, gun drill, and painting operations, including surface preparation and sand blasting.

Material Handling and Management:

• Handle materials safely, including identification, labeling, inventory, and cycle counts.
• Manage waste streams, including scrap metal and environmental considerations.
• Perform material selection, handling, setup, and programming for specific tasks.

Quality and Production:

• Interpret blueprints and ensure production meets shop standards.
• Identify defects and ensure quality control.
• Perform data entry for quality tracking and use SAP for confirmations, picking, and material lookup.

Technical Skills:

• Utilize measuring tools such as tape measures, scales, micrometers, calipers, and squares.
• Apply basic shop math for measurements, geometry, volume, and area calculations.
• Operate computer systems for email, safety skills, Workday, and SharePoint.

General Duties:

• Maintain housekeeping standards.
• Use common hand tools effectively.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and complete Job Safety Analysis (JSA) comprehension and sign-off.

Minimal Requirements:

• No previous experience required
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic computer skills (email, safety skills, Workday).
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift and move materials up to 50 pounds.
• Standing for extended periods.
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.

Work Environment:

• Manufacturing plant with exposure to noise, dust, and machinery.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

Please Keep in Mind
If you do not meet 100% of these requirements, we at JM still want to hear from you. So, if you are interested in the role, we encourage you to apply so we can learn how your skills and talents can contribute to our team.
Benefits
Johns Manville (JM) offers a wide range of benefits to employees. Some are subsidized by the company and others are fully employee-paid. Health benefits include a choice of comprehensive medical plans, a dental plan, vision plan, wellness program and critical illness insurance. JM sponsors a 401(k) plan which includes a sizeable company match. JM offers paid vacation and also provides paid sick and parental leave for eligible employees.
Additionally, Johns Manville provides basic life Insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, an employee assistance program, and business travel accident coverage. Supplemental life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance are available as well. The company also offers a variety of tax saving accounts; health spending account, traditional flexible spending account, and a dependent care spending account. JM also offers a tuition reimbursement program for undergraduate and certain graduate programs.
Johns Manville supports employee growth with vast educational opportunities and a company-wide mentoring program. This program pairs employees and leaders to grow skills, build stronger internal networks and strengthen the company's succession planning process. Johns Manville also offers soft and hard skills training facilitated by internal and external presenters. Our talent management team prioritizes the holistic growth of our workforce.
Diversity & Inclusion
Johns Manville believes diversity and inclusion in our workplace is critical for the long-term success of our company. We are committed to retaining, developing and attracting a diverse workforce that fosters an inclusive work environment in which all employees are treated with dignity and respect. This is the right thing to do for our employees, our company and our communities.
Incumbent must be physically able to perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.