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Operations Technician

Owens Corning, Dallas, NC, USA

Pay: $22.00 per hour

Job type: Full Time


Operations Technician

Location: Dallas, NC, US, 28034

Function: Manufacturing

Audience: Hourly

Work Arrangement: On Site

Requisition ID: 68305

Purpose of the Job
Technician is responsible for ensuring the production line runs efficiently with high product quality standards. Technician is a key contributor to the continuous improvement of critical plant performance metrics in the areas of safety, productivity, cost, quality, and sustainability.

Reports to:

Team Leader

Span of Control:

None

Shift:

Rotating 4 on, 4 off with corresponding team (A, B, C, or D) - first two days: 6:45am-7pm; second two nights: 6:45pm-7am

Pay:

$22.00 per hour

Job Responsibilities

Lives the Owens Corning Safety Stand and meets all safety requirements. Safety is a condition of employment.

Participates in the safety, quality, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and housekeeping programs as established within the plant.

Performs job tasks to reduce environmental impact and adheres to the environmental regulations and recycling procedures for waste disposal.

Complies with all plant rules, safety regulations and job hazard analysis (JHA) requirements.

Performs cleanup duties at equipment areas, workstations, etc.

Performs core job duties and operates machinery in various production areas including:

Fiber Feed

Chemical Preparation

Winder/Quality

Rewinder

Packaging

Impregnation

Control Room

Performs alternating production activities at various stages in the manufacturing process to ensure that product output is achieved in accordance with quality standards.

Maintains an in-depth knowledge of the manufacturing process, inputs and outputs (i.e. KMI's in safety, quality, delivery, cost, and staffing).

Analyzes and troubleshoots equipment and performance issues to ensure Operating Efficiencies (OE) and Job Efficiencies (JE) are achieved.

Performs maintenance tasks on equipment to ensure optimal performance and increased uptime.

Monitors the specific KPI's/KAI's required by the job; reacts to upset conditions and escalates when necessary.

Maintains an uncompromising adherence to 5S standards; keeps the work area and equipment clean.

Collaborates with team members and participates in team discussions to achieve the goals of the plant.

Proactively makes suggestions/proposals to strive for continuous improvement of plant performance.

Assists with the onboarding of new employees.

Trains other team members to perform job duties as needed.

Demonstrates flexibility to perform various job roles within the manufacturing process as assigned.

Provides relief to positions of prior qualification as required.

Establishes goals, prioritizes and organizes actions, timelines and resources.

Understands the needs of the customer and takes action to address those needs.

Acts decisively and shows a strong sense of urgency to ensure follow through of established goals.

Proactively identifies and participates in learning opportunities and develops expertise in those areas.

Total Productive Maintenance (TPM): Work to drive a Zero Injury, Zero Defect, Zero Loss Culture
Autonomous Maintenance (AM)

Own the equipment on the line in terms of CIL (cleaning, inspection, and lubrication) standards

Ability to learn troubleshooting methodology such as cause mapping or five why analysis

Troubleshooting ability to solve tags created regarding abnormalities

Focused Improvement (FI)

Combines the collective talents of a company to create an engine for continuous improvement

Provide the methodology and disciplined approaches to be able to identify and eliminate losses through loss tree deployment

Training & Development (T&D)

Operators develop skills to routinely maintain equipment and identify emerging problems.

Maintenance personnel learn techniques for proactive and preventative maintenance.

Safety, Health & Environmental (SHE)

Eliminates potential health and safety risks, resulting in a safer workplace.

Specifically targets the goal of an accident-free workplace

Job Requirements
Minimum Qualifications

3 years of machine operator experience required

Must be 18 years or older

Must be US citizen or have the right to work in the US

Must be drug and alcohol free

Preferred Experience

Two-year Associates degree in technical related field

Three or more years of relevant work experience preferred

Experience in statistical process control preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Proficient verbal and nonverbal skills

Must understand verbal and written instructions

Must possess strong communication and organizational skills

Must multi-task

Must have strong internal and external customer service skills

Must work well in a team environment

Must be self‑motivated to work independently and meet targets

Must perform basic mathematical calculations

Must train and coach others

Must have strong process acumen and high mechanical aptitude

Must operate a computer and necessary software

Must maintain schedule flexibility to ensure smooth production

Must secure and maintain job related qualifications and certifications as required by nature of this position

Must perform well in non‑routine work environment

Additional Required Training

All annual safety and role specific training, as required by the nature of this position

Essential Physical Requirements

Rotating shifts - days and nights

Able to lift 30lbs

Stand for extended prolonged periods

Work overtime as needed

Meet the physical demands of the work environment

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.

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