Machine Operator - 2nd Shift

OWENS CORNING

7220 US Highway 158, Stokesdale, NC 27357

Machine Operator

BE PART OF OUR DIFFERENCE

Owens Corning, global in scope - human in scale.  We’re an international company, with solid roots in Stokesdale, NC, and we’ve got opportunities for a few dynamic people to join our local team.   

WHAT WE OFFER:

Competitive compensation and a substantial benefits package including insurance (medical/dental/vision/life/disability/supplemental offerings), 401k, liberal paid time off (vacation, personal floating and standard holidays), Employee Assistance Services, Stock Purchase Program – and more.

Work Location & Shifts:
7220 US Highway 158, Stokesdale, NC 27357

3:00PM – 1:30AM Monday-Thursday; OT as needed 

Pay:   The hourly pay rate for this position is $20.60 + benefits. This information is specific to Stokesdale, NC and may not be applicable to other locations. 

What your day in this role might involve at OC Stokesdale:

The primary purpose of this position is to machine accurate and quality materials for shipment.

• • • • Observe all safety rules and ensure crew works safely at all times.
      • Set-Up Machine in a timely fashion.
      • Follow proper set-up procedures to ensure clearance of parts through machine (setting guards, hold downs, etc.)
      • Only reject mouldings are to be used for set-ups.
      • Keep accurate daily paperwork. Learn to read and process orders on worksheets for end prep and haunch detail.
      • Responsible for achieving quality of work piece, end work and maintaining production of 6300 pcs daily.
      • Grade material off back of machine to appropriate customer specifications.
      • All quality checks must be signed off for accuracy by Lead or Supervisor.
      • Perform all duties of a crew member.
      • Putty and paint repairs as necessary.
      • Tie up finished units to be pulled and tagged properly.
      • Coordinate work with material handlers and any other people your work may affect.
      • Report any material handler deficiencies or machine problem immediately. 
      • Advise supervisor of unusual circumstances as needed.
      • Demonstrate the ability to delegate tasks and train crew members to run the machine center efficiently and accurately. 
      • Demonstrate the mechanical ability to troubleshoot problems and take steps to minimize down time to keep machine running safely at all times.
      • Use proper lockout/tag out procedures. This includes knowing how to set insert tooling.
      • Perform preventative maintenance of entire machine including lubrications.
      • Responsible for inspecting machine center at the end of the shift.
      • Ensure the machine and area is clean, organized and properly secured.

What makes a successful OC Stokesdale team member:

Must haves include…

• Completion of 9th grade required.
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
• Must work well with others and have good leadership ability.
• Knowledge of the grades of all profiles and proper unitizing.
• Capable of reading a tape measure, calipers and spec (details).
• Capable of following verbal and written instructions and learning all the functions of this machine.
• Good hand-eye coordination and be mechanically adaptable

Would be terrific if you also had…

• Preferably one year experience in a manufacturing setting
• Experience with
  • Think under pressure, make quick and strategic decisions
  • Work independently, as well as part of a team, and have flexibility
  • Show initiative, be a self-starter, and be able to train and coach others
  • Operate a computer and Microsoft Office Tools (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
  • Lockout/Tagout procedures

There are some essential physical requirements specific to our work environment, including being able to:

• Do repetitive hand, wrist, and arm motions.
• Normal and corrected hearing and vision are necessary with manual coordination, some walking, bending, twisting, stooping, climbing stairs and lifting of approximately 35 lbs.

• Exposed to normal factory environment (wood dust) with no factors or hazards present to a disagreeable extent.
• Employee must be able to withstand heat in excess of 95 degrees.

Our people and products make the world a better place.  Help us accomplish great things in Stokesdale!