Core Saw Operator

Owens Corning; Stanley (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Owens Corning in Stanley, VA is seeking a Core Saw Operator who will lead trimming activities and maintain a safe, quality-focused work environment. You will set up the trim saw, adjust guides, run orders per production schedules, and perform regular quality checks and TPM tasks to support on-time delivery.

Ideal candidates bring a strong mechanical aptitude, ability to read tapes and schedules, and a track record of working with minimal supervision in a fast-paced plant setting.

Qualifications

• Able to read a tape measure and perform accurate measurements.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with attention to safety and quality.
• Able to read schedules/tickets and align work to production goals.
• Capable of recording downtime and maintaining records.
• Operates with minimal supervision and communicates issues clearly.

Responsibilities

• Lead trimming activities and maintain a safe working environment.
• Set up and adjust trim saw guides to achieve margins.
• Run orders per production schedules and calibrate the trim saw.
• Perform regular quality checks before and after door sizing.
• Maintain inventory awareness and support TPM tasks.

Skills

Tape measure reading

Measurement accuracy

Mechanical aptitude

Schedules/tickets reading

Self-motivated / independent

Safety minded

Education

Lockout/tagout certification

Tools

Core saw machine

Barcode scanner

Barcode printer maintenance

Order tracking system

Job description

Core Saw Operator

Location: Stanley, VA, US, 22851

Function: Manufacturing

Audience: Hourly

Work Arrangement: On Site

Requisition ID: 68279

Core Saw Operator is responsible for leading and driving the trimming activities in the plant with an emphasis on creating and maintaining a safe working environment and maintaining and exceeding customer quality requirements. The Trim saw Operator will be responsible for problem solving equipment and will be responsible for a large amount of inventory. Sets up and stages the Trim saw by scanning tickets barcodes (line item on order) into computer. Determines how to set-up/adjust guides on saw to maintain margins for build. Makes manual adjustments when necessary to meet or hold tolerances. Tests door set-up and barcode printer. Runs orders per production schedules. Changes trim blades, sanding belts, etc. Calibrates the trim saw. Performs regular quality checks and measurements per order # line # before and after door sizing. Verifies accuracy and legibility of Jeta mark print. Performs TPM functions. High level of responsibility; incorrect operation can result in large quantities of damaged product that results in financial impacts to repair machinery/tooling; high impact to COQ and can cause delays in customer shipment. Performs other tasks as assigned by management.

KEY DELIVERABLES

• Safety: Enforce safety practices, tolerance to zero attitude, maintain safety engagement.
• Quality: Understand the standards & requirements, work with precision and attention to details.
• Delivery: Just in time production strategy.
• Inventory: Manage and be aware the inventory levels in the production area.
• Productivity: Measure the efficiency of equipment and personal skills.
• Build trust: By knowing how to communicate issues and problem solve while maintaining integrity.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Lockout/tagout certified (training will be done on site).
• Strong aptitude in measurement calculations and mechanical workings.
• Able to read a tape measure.
• Ability to record downtime.
• Knowledge of all aspects of the core saw machine, including maintenance, blade changes, mechanical understanding, printer maintenance, order tracking process, door/ customer quality specs, door types, core types, Masterpack, knowledge of other positions including feeding the saw and catching the doors.
• Operates computer controlled trim saw.
• Able to retain high level of information.
• Reads/interprets schedules/tickets.
• Performs quality checks.
• Performs safety checks including guards and tooling, tooling changes and sanding belt changes.
• Must be able to use multiple hand tools including wrenches, mallet.
• Ability to work with little to no supervision and to be self-motivated.

Physical Demands:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand.
• The employee is frequently required to perform repetitive motions.
• The employee frequently is required to use hands to feel or handle, manually slide and flip cores, and to reach with hands and arms.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs; and up to 80 lbs with assistance and is frequently required to bend, twist, stoop, walk, pull, push, reach, and ability to so at a fast pace.
• Ability to handle multiple parts and to stand throughout entirety of shift.
• The employee will be working in a facility with a high level of forklift traffic.
• Intense and high level of concentration to focus on product quality and productivity.
• Strong eye/hand coordination.
• Ability to work in a mildly controlled environment - can expect some cold and heat during extreme weather conditions, with a significant amount of dust.
• Good attendance and ability to work overtime and weekends when circumstances and workload requires, as assigned by management.

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.

Nearest Major Market:

Harrisonburg

Nearest Secondary Market:

Virginia