Operator 5

Owens Corning; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 68,613,000 - 92,620,000; Full time

Job summary

Owens Corning Minneapolis is seeking a versatile Utility Technician to perform quality checks, load/unload, and support palletizer, auto catcher, and lift truck duties under supervision.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, ability to lift up to 40 lbs, and tolerance for hot/cold plant environments with overtime as needed.

Pay rate is $26.17 per hour plus $2.00 shift differential, reflecting the starting compensation for this position.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalence.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and work in extreme hot/cold manufacturing environment.
• Work up to 12 hours in manufacturing environment and follow safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Performs and ensures quality checks/tests on time.
• Operates and assists in palletizer and conveyors, including start/stop and jam clearances.
• Assists auto catcher attendant in adjusting the machine.
• Transports products and pallets as required.
• Participates in safety and housekeeping programs.

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalence

Job description

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Performs the utility, auto catcher and palletizer tasks, and performs any team task on an as needed basis under the direction and authority of the Front-Line Leader (FLL).

Pay rate is $26.17 per hour + $2.00 shift differential

PRINCIPAL ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

UTILITY DUTIES:

• Performs all quality checks/tests on time
• Off loads conveyor of seconds and rewraps, stacks seconds and adds in rewraps
• Assists in repairing all line breaks (heavy tails) and adjusts equipment for product
• Pull all splices from the bundles
• Visually inspects bundles and/or shingles, sets aside rejects, and notifies appropriate personnel
• Participates in the safety and good housekeeping programs as established within the plant

PALLETIZER DUTIES:

• Operates and adjusts palletizer and conveyors (including, but not limited to, start, stop, clearing of jams, etc.)
• Helps perform preventative maintenance to palletizers (including, but not limited to, tighten bolts, clean conveyor rollers, etc.)
• Visually inspects pallets and sets aside as needed
• Transports pallets to the palletizer
• Loads pallets into the palletizer

AUTOCATCHER DUTIES:

• Helps clear all box jams
• Assists auto catcher attendant in adjusting the machine

LIFT TRUCK OPERATOR DUTIES:

• Transports all product from the palletizer to the proper storage area
• Transports rewraps to the add in area

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

The employee should possess the ability to:

• Routinely lift up to 40 lbs. without assistance
• Work up to 12 hours in extreme hot/cold manufacturing environment
• Walk/stand on concrete floor as required during shift work, lasting 8-12 hours
• Routinely ascend and descend stairs and ladders
• Safeguard self with Personal protective Equipment (PPE)- steel-toed shoes, eye protection (glasses, goggles, and/or facemask) hearing protection, and long-sleeved shirt (with shirt tail tucked in) as necessary for task
• Use cleaning equipment or tools as necessary for housekeeping duties in accordance with all safety rules

Ability to work overtime as necessary. It is a requirement to be a U.S. citizen OR have valid proof of authorization to work in the United States.

COMPUTER AND SOFTWARE COMPENTENCIES

The employee must be able to:

• Log into computers and navigate Owens Corning's intranet to complete mandatory training, view wage statements, select benefit options, and update contact information
• Enters downtime/slow time data into the IM computer

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED equivalence

About Owens Corning

Owens Corning is a branded building products leader with three complementary market-leading businesses providing roofing, insulation, and doors primarily for residential markets in North America and Europe. The company operates with an integrated go-to-market strategy and a unique set of OC Advantages - including its iconic brand, unparalleled commercial strength, leading technology, and winning cost position - to help customers win and grow in the market. Owens Corning is committed to helping build better and achieve more through winning partnerships, leading performance, and engaging people. Founded in 1938 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Owens Corning is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: OC). 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.