Operations Technician

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. 

• 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:
  • Binder Room
  • Quality
  • Winder
  • Rewind
  • Packaging
  • Fiber Feed
  • Impregnation
• 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

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• 3 years of machine operator experience required
• Must be 18 years or older
• Must be a 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 the necessary software to successfully perform job responsibilities
• Must maintain schedule flexibility to ensure smooth production
• Must secure and maintain job related qualifications and certifications as required by the 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