Unwind Operator

Owens Corning; Brentwood (NH); On-site; USD 28,594 - 40,725; Full time

Job summary

Owens Corning in Brentwood, NH, seeks an Unwind Operator to ensure quality production while adhering to safety standards. The role requires a commitment to safety, effective communication, and mechanical aptitude to troubleshoot machinery. Candidates should be able to work in an industrial environment and possess a high school diploma or equivalent.

The position involves shift work, and knowledge of manufacturing processes along with the ability to lift 40 lbs is essential. Join Owens Corning, a leader in building products, offering opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and remain drug free.
• Possess the ability to effectively communicate in English.
• Manufacturing or process-related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Produce quality products according to specifications.
• Comply with all safety regulations and plant rules.
• Communicate safety concerns and equipment problems.

Skills

Communication skills

Mechanical aptitude

Basic mathematics skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SAP

Job description

Unwind Operator

Location: Brentwood, NH, US, 03833

Function: Manufacturing

Audience: Hourly

Work Arrangement: On Site

Requisition ID: 69144

Shift: Sun, Mon, Tues, alt Wed 5:40am‑6:00pm

Hourly Wage: $25.16

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lives the Owens Corning Safety Standard "Safer Together" and meets all safety requirements. Safety is a condition of employment.
• Complies with all plant rules and safety regulations.
• Ensures a safe work environment through strict adherence to OC's safety policies and procedures while producing in the unwind operation with controlled power and speed, quality activities and communication with facer backer, coater operators and supervisor as needed.
• Take personal ownership to work safely and hold other team members to the same high standards of safety.
• Communicates safety concerns and/or equipment problems/abnormalities to appropriate personnel, maintaining strong communication with the appropriate asset operators to ensure immediate action is taken for product out of spec.
• Inspect assets and equipment before use and throughout shift, keeping all equipment clean and operational.
• Notify supervisor immediately of any accident, near miss or on-the-job injury when it occurs, no matter how insignificant it may seem.
• Participates in the safety, quality, Autonomous Maintenance (AM), Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and housekeeping programs as established within the plant; including but not limited to Focused Improvement Events, Safety Committee, Training, etc.
• Performs cleanup duties at workstations and/or equipment/machinery.
• Performs job tasks to reduce environmental impact and adheres to the environmental regulations and recycling procedures for waste disposal.
• Understands and ensures compliance with our Lock Tag Try system, training and regular auditing of the process.

TPM

Participates in plant TPM initiatives - completing activities associated with TPM tasks (adheres to Clean Inspect Lubricate Tighten {CILT} standard, 5S).

• Continues to use TPM methodology to gain a better understanding of the equipment.
• Identifies and participates proactively in learning opportunities and develops expertise in those areas.
• Utilizes Focus Improvement tools to problem solve.
• Works to achieve zero injuries, zero defects and zero losses.
• During Preventive Maintenance (PM) days, uses time effectively to bring equipment to optimal condition for zero losses.
• Maintains Daily Management (DM) and Step Boards.

Job Duties

• Accurately produces quality product in accordance with work order(s) using proper set up and customer specifications, raw materials and SOP's.
• Ensures safety, set up, and quality specifications are consistent with the policy and effectively communicated to facer backer, coater operator, winder end employees and production supervisor.
• Calculates units of measures for all raw materials used/unused.
• Neat and accurate recording of operational data using appropriate forms and code.
• MSDS knowledge of all raw materials used at unwind station.
• Provides backup support to the coater operator and facer backer operators.
• Utilizes knowledge of accumulator rack, splicing, tension control and adjustments.
• Identifies opportunities around procedures, efficiencies and housekeeping for the unwind and coater end operation.
• Monitors raw material for quality defects to ensure there are no quality issues or process issues down the line.
• Reports product(s) that doesn't conform to the physical or appearance standards and specifications.
• Monitors all applications of unwind materials and component substrates, splicing procedure with glass, paper, and mixed substrates, tensions, adjustments, accumulator rack operations and thread-up procedures at the end of operation to ensure quality specifications.
• Completes neat and accurate recording of operations data while utilizing the appropriate forms and codes.
• Works using control tools and techniques to improve processes for better raw material efficiency and productivity.

Other

• Demonstrates the ability to effectively communicate.
• Supports the training and development of colleagues.
• Demonstrates flexibility to changing priorities as business needs dictate.
• Identifies and participates proactively in learning opportunities, and develops expertise in those areas.
• Follows standard operating procedures and processes.
• Can and is willing to make decisions. Knows the chain of command to get support.
• Maintains regular attendance on site.
• All other duties as assigned or needed.

Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrates a positive work ethic.
• Demonstrates ability to identify and report safety issues.
• Can work independently or in a team atmosphere with minimal direct supervision.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot.
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task while having a high attention to detail.
• Basic mathematics skills.
• Able to effectively communicate (read, write, speak, understand) English.

Computer and Software Competencies

• Work with a computer to perform basic data entry.
• Demonstrate basic computer skills such as Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Pallet labeling system (IVC), Ignition and SAP.

Education and/or Experience

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent preferred.
• Manufacturing or process related experience preferred.

Essential Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Be at least 18 years old.
• Remain drug free.
• Have work schedule flexibility (overtime).
• Effectively and efficiently perform up to 12-hour shifts (with breaks) in an industrial manufacturing environment with extreme temperature variation, sounds or noise levels that may be uncomfortable, prolonged sitting, standing, walking, and/or using full upper / lower body movement for process.
• Results must consider exposure to ink, dust, dirt, fumes, colors and shading, and handling object, tools, or product.
• Can climb/descend stairs, ladders, and/or work from heights as needed.
• Become certified to operate a forklift if/when needed.
• Lift, push and pull up to 40 lbs with repeated movements of body, hand, arm, leg.

Company

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. Owens Corning is committed to helping build better and achieve more through winning partnerships, leading performance, and engaging people. 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.

Nearest Major Market

Boston