Operator 2 Dryer

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT SUMMARY

The Dryer Operator performs various duties, including, but not limited to, following written and verbal instructions and making decisions using good judgement based on prevailing conditions.  The job requires the ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.

The job requires periodic, non-repetitive, manual lifting of weights that may be in excess of 50 pounds.  The working position may be awkward or require turning, twisting and/or bending while lifting, requiring moderate physical agility.  This job also requires the ability to climb stairs and ladders.  The nature of the job requires moderate endurance, good manual dexterity and reflexes.  The job requires that the employee be responsive to periodic emergency situations that may demand speed and accuracy.

DUTIES

• Follow Job Safety Analyses, use safe work practices and report hazardous conditions at all times.  Wear protective clothing and equipment as required.
• Keep equipment and area clean and orderly at all times, per assigned housekeeping schedule.  Paint equipment as directed.
• Visually check mat spacing on dryer rollers as received from forming machine.  Synchronize high speed wet table tipple and dryer high speed loading.
• Increase or decrease dryer roller speed as required by rate of supply from forming machine within limits of drying capacity.
• Check and adjust temperature controls for each zone of dryer.
• Notify Fourdrinier Operator when production exceeds dryer capacity.
• Check observation windows for movement of material every 30 minutes on 1" and 3/4" and every 15 minutes on 1/2".  Clean dryer windows as needed.  Use proper PPE.
• Visually check drying quality and maintain board temperature at trim saw within prescribed limits.
• Start up and shut down dryer burners and drives as required for normal and emergency shut downs.
• Check adjustment of tension on dryer drive chains and control tension at starts and stops.
• Disengage drive clutch and remove defective mats.
• Extinguish minor scrap fires with hand extinguishers.
• Notify Supervisor of major dryer fire and proceed to extinguish.
• Change dryer control charts.
• Check combustion air filters on #4 and #5 dryer zones on each shift and change as required.
• Report dryer data daily as required.
• Assist in clean out of jammed mats.
• Adjust circulating air flow.
• Occasionally train inexperienced employees on the job.
• Perform other related duties as directed, including duties of other classification.
• The above sets forth the major work performed and serves the purpose of recording these items of work for job evaluation rating,  It is understood that items of work peculiar to the job but not specifically listed shall be performed.

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.

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.