Knauf Insulation North America is the world's fastest-growing insulation manufacturer. We are wholly committed to the conservation of the environment while also sustainably developing and manufacturing a comprehensive line of acoustical fiberglass insulation for residential, commercial, industrial, marine, OEM and metal building applications, using post-consumer recycled materials.
We welcome passionate and creative individuals who thrive in an entrepreneurial, collaborative and ever-changing environment.
We know how important your health, wellbeing, and financial strength is to you. To support you, we provide affordable benefits for you and your family members.
"Supporting all aspects of the individual — self, health, wealth and community”
Our benefits include:
Medical, Dental, Vision – starting on day one!
Virtual Medical Services
401(k) Retirement Plan (earn 100% matching on your first 6% and fully vested day one)
Paid parental leave
Company paid life insurance
Vacation time to enjoy getting away
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Plus, more!
Growth opportunities available!
Apply online or contact us to hear why our employees appreciate being part of the Knauf family!
Position Overview
This position is an accelerated learning within our technical and manufacturing teams. Individuals selected for these roles will potentially spend 6 months in different areas depending on their assignment, training them and teaching them several different areas of our business. The ideal candidate will enjoy seeing new places and learning new things.
Must be located in or near one of our US locations:
Albion, MI
Inwood, WV
Lanett, AL
McGregor, TX
Shasta Lake, CA
Shelbyville, IN
Responsibilities
Responsibilities
Partake in and counsel employees in safe work practices by understanding and complying with lock-out/ tag-out procedures.
Calibrate, track, and document equipment in conformance with ISO standards in the Quality Systems calibration manuals
Maintain and troubleshoot plant weight gage systems, glass pulls systems, position control valves, IR scanners and belt tracking units
Maintain and document laboratory equipment
Will learn several different operations and areas with our plants
Maintain and troubleshoot furnace and fiberizer combustion components, controls, and instruments
Maintain, troubleshoot, and calibrate plant environmental monitoring equipment, mass flow meters, weight scales and linear transducers
Originate, maintain and understand electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and piping and instrumentation diagrams
Maintain, build, and install thermocouples
Develop and maintain BOM and inventories of critical equipment components
Communicate all changes affecting process/production to those affected
Assist as requested with weekend, holiday, and call-in maintenance
Various projects as assigned
Qualifications
Education
Qualifications
Degree in Chemical, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
Bachelor’s Degree required
Experience
Entry level Engineer
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Ability to communicate effectively across multiple departments
Ability to work in a safety-conscious manner & ensure all safety regulations are followed by all employees
Ability to make quick, thorough decisions
Ability to take on multiple responsibilities and challenges with minimal supervision
Ability to multi-task
Troubleshooting skills
Time management skills
Computer skills in MS Windows environment; proficient with Word, PowerPoint and Excel
Self-motivated
It is the policy of Knauf Insulation to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic prohibited by applicable law.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries
Wholesale Building Materials
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