
Utility
Owens Corning, Kearny, NJ, United States
Utility
Location(s):
Kearny, NJ, US, 07032-4398
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Function:
Manufacturing
Audience:
Hourly
Work Arrangement:
On Site
Requisition ID:
68861
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Hiring Manager:
Jose Gutierrez
HR Rep:
Patricia Oltar
SUMMARY
The Utility position is an hourly position, and reports to the Production Shift Supervisor. The employee is responsible for ensuring that the end process of producing quality shingles continues even during process upsets. The Utility ensures that only quality product makes it from the production line.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
:
SAFETY
Follow and enforce all safety rules and procedures, training, and initiatives
Maintain good housekeeping in all work areas
Participate on safety teams
QUALITY
Perform laminator quality checks
Ensure bundles are properly stacked when exiting autocatchers
Evaluate layout board
Monitor and report unusual or suspect material issues
Remove off-specification shingles from line
Ensure that no granule build-up is falling onto bundles
Remove splices
Monitor levels and application of laminate and seal
PRODUCTION
Be familiar with the laminator, autocatchers, palletizer, and line drive jobs and procedures
Manually stack-off product during equipment failure
Clear machine jams
Prepare shingle bundles for wrapper
Wrap or Rewrap finished product as necessary
Visibly check measurements of shingles
Assist in lace-up procedures
Handle, stack, weigh, mark, and store product seconds in proper location
Perform preventive maintenance (PM) on down days
Assist team members to keep front end of line running smoothly
Relieve front end team members for break periods
Assist the shift mechanic on machine outages
Visibly verify completion and submission of operator paperwork
Participate in process teams
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Must be able to read, write, and speak English
Must be able to work at a reasonably fast pace
Must be able to work flexible shift schedules
Regular attendance, timeliness, and scheduling flexibility are required
Must have the ability to do basic mathematical calculations
Must be able to work with a computer to perform basic data entry
Must be able to operate a forklift
COMPUTER AND SOFTWARE COMPENTENCIES
Must be able to operate a computer or other keyboard instrument
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Minimum high school diploma or equivalent
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
Exposure to temperature extremes
Exposure to sounds or noise levels that may be uncomfortable
Exposure to dust, dirt, fiberglass particles, and fumes
Prolonged sitting or standing for 8 - 16 hour shifts
Mandatory overtime as required
Repetitive movements
Frequent climbing, bending, twisting, and lifting
Handle, control, and feed product
Ability to frequently move 40-100 pounds
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.
A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and abilities.
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.
About Owens Corning
Owens Corning is a residential and commercial building products leader committed to building a sustainable future through material innovation. Our products provide durable, sustainable, energy-efficient solutions that leverage our unique capabilities and market-leading positions to help our customers win and grow. We are global in scope, human in scale with more than 25,000 employees in 31 countries dedicated to generating value for our customers and shareholders and making a difference in the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1938 and based in Toledo, Ohio, USA, Owens Corning posted 2024 sales of $11.0 billion. For more information, visit www.owenscorning.com.
Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer. Except in limited circumstances such as formal apprenticeship programs, Owens Corning does not employ anyone under the age of 18.