Plant Leader: Safe, Customer-Driven Operations

Owens Corning

Northern (KY)

Hybrid

USD 150,000 - 210,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Owens Corning is seeking Starr Plant Leader to drive safety, quality, and customer-focused operations at the facility in Kentucky. You will set vision, strategy and lead all plant activities to achieve zero incidents, defects and breakdowns while delivering cost efficiency.

You will develop talent, engage teams, partner with sales, and ensure environmental and financial objectives align with OC’s purpose. This role reports to the Operations Director, Technical Insulation, and manages six direct

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Operations, or Business.
  • Eight years of broad industrial experience, plus five years in people leadership.
  • Experience with TPM, safety programs and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

  • Leads safety and security for an injury-free work environment.
  • Develops and executes the plant's business strategy, safety, TPM and customer satisfaction.
  • Directs operations to drive cost efficiency, quality and reliable delivery.
  • Leads and develops talent, staffing the organization for near and long-term success.
  • Collaborates with sales and customers to foster a customer-focused culture.

Skills

TPM experience
Operations leadership
Financial acumen
People leadership
Safety focus

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, Operations, or Business
Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Owens Corning is seeking Starr Plant Leader to drive safety, quality, and customer-focused operations at the facility in Kentucky. You will set vision, strategy and lead all plant activities to achieve zero incidents, defects and breakdowns while delivering cost efficiency.

You will develop talent, engage teams, partner with sales, and ensure environmental and financial objectives align with OC’s purpose. This role reports to the Operations Director, Technical Insulation, and manages six direct

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