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USA15209

Manufacturing Operator ☆ United States, New York, WATERVLIET Permanent / Regular Technical Production On site Apply Why do we need you ? Our team in Watervliet, NY, is seeking a highly qualified individual to fill up to six (6) union manufacturing production operator positions. The Manufacturing Operator will be responsible for operating all production equipment and maintaining production specifications in accordance with the specific processes while ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency goals are met. This position requires flexibility and commitment to work an alternating 3-day / 4-day weekly schedule for 12 hours per manufacturing shift. The positions will be within the General Making department and will be offered to candidates in graded positions based on experience, technical ability, and expertise. The pay range for the positions will be between $31.22 - $35.17. Per the USW Local 17 contract, new hires are paid 85% of the full job bid rate for the first six (6) months of employment and then moved the full job bid rate thereafter. Is this job for you ? A High School Diploma or equivalent is required. Experience operating a forklift is preferred. 1-2 years of previous experience working with industrial equipment and/or in a manufacturing environment is preferred. This position requires flexibility and commitment to work an alternating 3-day / 4-day weekly schedule for 12 hours per manufacturing shift. Attention to detail, problem-solving, and working as a team are paramount in this position. Candidates must have good communication skills, exhibiting the ability to interact with others, as well as basic computer skills. Consistent, proper use of personal protective equipment is required. Must have the ability to respect and follow all safety policies and procedures. Requires the ability to lift/move up to 50-pounds, climb, stand, walk, bend, stoop, twist, reach overhead, and work in high temperatures. A little more about us Saint-Gobain Abrasives is the world's leading manufacturer of abrasives, offering powerful, precise, and user-friendly solutions enabling customers to shape and surface finish all types of material, even the most complex and challenging applications across a diverse range of markets. 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. 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 SGNA_HR_Compliance@saint-gobain.com. Benefits in joining us Membership in the United Steelworkers Local 17 is required for this position. Hired candidates may be assigned to either the day shift (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM) or night shift (7:00 PM - 7:00 AM), depending on operational needs and available openings after the internal job bidding process has been completed. While candidate shift preferences will be taken into consideration during the recruitment process, they cannot be guaranteed. The manufacturing schedule follows an alternating pattern of Monday-Wednesday one week and Monday-Thursday the next. Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees' well-being and help improve their daily lives for themselves and their families. We believe in the importance of pay transparency in what we offer potential candidates. Provided is the pay range for this position, which is $31.22 - $35.17 per hour. Shift differentials of $.20 per hour (days) and $.40 per hour (nights) are paid to candidates in these positions. 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 $5,000 based on company and individual performance measures. 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:

Shift Differentials (i.e., Hourly Rate plus Shift Differential of $.40 per hour, depending on schedule) Standard Overtime (Hourly Rate

• 1.5) Saint-Gobain is committed to helping you and your family be well in all aspects of your life. Be Well. Be You brings together inclusive programs and meaningful resources to support all aspects of your physical, emotional, financial, and social well-being. 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 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 Group Legal Identity Theft Protection Auto and Home Insurance Pet Insurance and Discounts Back-up Child and Elder Care PerkSpot Employee Discount Program Volunteer Day Company-issued steel-toe shoes and safety glasses This role is covered by a Union. In the event of any discrepancy between this posting and the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the CBA shall govern. These offers may interest you

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