Trim Saw Assistant Operator

Owens Corning; Haleyville (AL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Owens Corning seeks a dedicated manufacturing associate to operate a computer-controlled trimsaw and support door production. You will set up the saw, adjust guides to maintain margins, and perform essential quality checks during each order cycle. A forklift background and strong teamwork are valued.

Candidates should have a HS diploma or GED and be able to read and write English. This on-site role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and reliable production input to avoid damaged products and delays.

Qualifications

• Lockout/tagout certified or willing to train on site.
• Strong aptitude in measurement calculations and mechanical reasoning.
• Experience operating a computer controlled trimsaw is preferred.
• Ability to perform quality checks and measurements.

Responsibilities

• Set up and stage saw by scanning tickets into the computer.
• Adjust guides on the trimsaw to maintain margins for builds.
• Make manual adjustments to meet tolerances as required.
• Test door set-up and barcode printer.
• Calibrate the trimsaw and perform daily maintenance tasks.
• Conduct regular quality checks before and after door sizing.

Skills

Lockout/tagout

Measurement calculations

Trimsaw operation

Quality checks

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

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Overview

At Owens Corning, we understand that people are key. We are a composite of diverse people who come together by showing support and respect to one another. We hold the door open for each other and for new ideas. We continuously strive to improve both our products and our customers’ experiences. This drive leads us to revolutionize the door industry and help people walk through walls. Join us and make an impact each day you work at Masonite!

What you will do:

• Set up and stage 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
• Make manual adjustments when necessary to meet or hold tolerances
• Test door set-up and barcode printer
• Calibrate the trimsaw
• Perform regular quality checks and measurements per order # line # before and after door sizing
• Verify accuracy and legibility of jeta mark print
• Perform TPM functions
• High level of responsibility; incorrect operation can result large quantity of damaged product or heavy financial impacts to to repair machinery/tooling; high impact to COQ and can cause delays in customer shipment
• Perform other tasks as required

What you will need:

• Preferably one year experience in manufacturing setting
• HS Diploma or GED preferred
• Able to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen
• Prior forklift operation in manufacturing environment
• Must read and write English
• Must demonstrate solid teamwork abilities

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Lockout/tagout certified (training will be done on site)
• Strong aptitude in measurement calculations and mechanical workings
• Knowledge of all aspect of the trimsaw 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.
• Operate computer controlled trimsaw
• Retain high level of information
• Perform quality checks
• Safety checks including guards and tooling, tooling changes and sanding belt changes
• Use multiple hand tools including wrenches, mallet
• Ability to work with little to no supervision

Safe Production:

Owens Corning strives to maintain a target 0% safety incident rate. Safe production weaves worker safety with efficient production into our daily operations. We keep safety at utmost importance and want our employees to go home in the same condition as they arrived at work.

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.