Manufacturing Leadership Program (2026)

Owens Corning; Newark (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading building products company is seeking candidates for their Manufacturing Leadership Program. This 24-30 month program prepares participants for technical and leadership roles, offering rotations in various areas including Technical, Total Productive Maintenance, and Operations. Ideal candidates must have a relevant Bachelor's degree, previous internships, and a desire to develop their capabilities while contributing to the company's success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Industrial Engineering or relevant major.
• Previous internships/co-ops in manufacturing settings.
• Demonstrated leadership in professional or social organizations.
• Willingness and flexibility to relocate.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and analyze information to optimize processes.
• Investigate to resolve bottlenecks.
• Enhance manufacturing processes and cost efficiency.
• Develop people leadership and enhance communication skills.

Skills

Initiative

Leadership

Problem-solving

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in relevant engineering field

Job description

Overview

Join to apply for the Manufacturing Leadership Program (2026) role at Owens Corning.

At Owens Corning it’s our people that make the difference. We foster an inclusive environment where all Owens Corning employees are heard and appreciated for the value each distinct voice brings to the team. Each employee can share their unique perspectives, learn from one another, and maximize the potential of a global workplace.

About The Program

The Manufacturing Leadership Program (MLP) is designed to prepare candidates for technical or engineering roles within our manufacturing facilities, while also exposing them to leadership training early on that will help accelerate their careers with many post program career paths available, including Plant Leadership roles. Manufacturing Leadership Program participants complete the entirety of the program at an Owens Corning manufacturing plant. During this time, participants will be mentored by seasoned technical, operations, and maintenance professionals. The program will have rotations in Technical, TPM, and Operations, with the availability of a cross-functional assignment at the end of the training per the candidate’s interests.

Duration

The program spans 24 to 30 months.

Rotations

Participants engage in rotations across various areas:

• Technical (12 months): Involves process support, quality data analysis, and leveraging data for decision-making.
• Total Productive Maintenance (6 months): Focuses on influential leadership through guiding a cross-functional team to eliminate losses in the plant using TPM principles.
• Operations (6 months): Focuses on front-line leadership with a customer-driven approach and people management.
• Cross-Functional - Optional (6 months): Includes aspects like operations, maintenance, safety leadership, talent and union leadership based on personal interests and plant or division strategies.

Key Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and analyze information to problem solve to optimize process.

• Investigate to resolve bottlenecks.
• Use expertise to enhance manufacturing processes, products, and cost efficiency.
• Work effectively and cooperatively with others to improve manufacturing processes.
• Develop people leadership and enhance communication skills.

At the conclusion of the Manufacturing Leadership Program, you are placed in a full-time assignment as a Manufacturing Engineer or Technical Leader at a North American Owens Corning manufacturing plant.

What We’re Looking For

Seeking an enthusiastic candidate who will take initiative to drive results, execute goals, and creatively navigate through tasks. Demonstrates a desire to develop technical and leadership capabilities, in a manufacturing environment, while furthering their career and long-term impact on Owens Corning.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or relevant major and/or field
• Previous relevant internships/co-ops in a manufacturing setting
• Demonstrated leadership in professional, service, or social organizations
• Willingness and flexibility to relocate (assistance provided)

Location of Assignment

Participants are based at various manufacturing sites in the US.

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.