First Shift Machine Operator – 4/10 Schedule, Benefits

Owens Corning; Stokesdale (NC); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life/Disability

401k

Paid time off

Stock Purchase Program

Job summary

Owens Corning in Stokesdale, NC is seeking a Machine Operator to produce accurate, high‑quality materials for shipment. You’ll observe safety, setup machines, read orders, and maintain daily paperwork while targeting a production rate of 6,300 pieces per day.

The role requires basic reading ability, teamwork, and mechanical aptitude; one year of manufacturing experience is beneficial. Competitive benefits, 401(k), and paid time off accompany the hourly wage of $20.60.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.

Skills

Safety awareness

Communication

Leadership

Reading tape measure

Calipers

Mechanical aptitude

Computer skills

Education

Completion of 9th grade

Tools

Tape measure

Calipers

Spec reading

MS Office Tools

Job description

Owens Corning in Stokesdale, NC is seeking a Machine Operator to produce accurate, high‑quality materials for shipment. You’ll observe safety, setup machines, read orders, and maintain daily paperwork while targeting a production rate of 6,300 pieces per day.

The role requires basic reading ability, teamwork, and mechanical aptitude; one year of manufacturing experience is beneficial. Competitive benefits, 401(k), and paid time off accompany the hourly wage of $20.60.