Grinder Operator D Crew (6:45PM-7AM 2/2/3)

Hours: 6:45PM to 7AM 2/2/3

Pay Rate: $21.50 an hour plus a 10$ shift differential!

🎉 This position is eligible for a $3,000 Bonus! 

$1,500 at 3 Months! 

$1,500 at 6 Months! 

Job Summary

The Grinder Operator is responsible for operating grinding equipment to process materials safely and efficiently while maintaining product quality standards. This role supports production operations by ensuring proper material handling, quality inspections, inventory accuracy, and housekeeping in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate grinding equipment according to established procedures and quality standards.
• Contribute to safe, accident-free operations while complying with all safety, environmental, quality, and company requirements.
• Conduct daily forklift inspections, change propane tanks as needed, and safely operate material handling equipment.
• Verify correct materials are available for processing.
• Monitor and document silo levels to ensure adequate materials are available to support production schedules.
• Process materials according to standard operating procedures.
• Transport materials to designated storage or scrap areas.
• Collect material samples and perform quality checks against established specifications.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the grinding area.
• Weigh, track, and document material transfers accurately.
• Complete required production and inventory documentation.
• Assist Maintenance and Production leadership with preventive maintenance activities.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Driver's License
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, 24/7 manufacturing environment
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
• Schedule flexibility to support business needs

Preferred

• Previous manufacturing, production, warehouse, or material handling experience
• Experience operating forklifts and industrial equipment
• Familiarity with quality inspections and production documentation

No prior experience is required. Training will be provided for qualified candidates.

What Makes You Successful

• Strong commitment to safety and quality
• Reliable and dependable work ethic
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Good organizational and time-management abilities
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Team-oriented mindset with strong communication skills
• High level of integrity, accountability, and professionalism

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and perform repetitive movements throughout the shift
• Ability to safely operate forklifts and manufacturing equipment
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with varying temperatures, noise levels, and dust exposure
• Ability to lift and move materials as required

Why Join Us?

At TimberTech, you'll join a team committed to safety, innovation, quality, and continuous improvement. We offer a stable manufacturing environment, opportunities for advancement, and the chance to build a rewarding career while contributing to products that make a lasting impact.

Equal Opportunity Employer 

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.