Auto Catcher Attendant

Owens Corning•Denver, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The purpose of the Auto-Catcher Technician is to oversee the packaging part of the shingle operation. To monitor the catcher boxes for jams, clear jams when they occur and help to re-lace and restart the line as needed. Additionally, to do quality checks and First Article Inspections on the product including dimensions and appearance to ensure it meets product specifications. To fully participate in TPM team activities and responsibilities.

Requirements

Good communication skills
Accountability and ownership for actions
Able to think under pressure and have quick decision-making skills
Ability to work well in a team environment or by oneself
Able to communicate in English
Ability to read tape measure and possess basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division etc.)
Ability to multi-task
Ability to understand the steps of TPM: Step 1, Step 2, Step 3 as associated with the Auto-Catcher role
Must be able to operate a computer or other keyboard functions
High school diploma or GED equivalent
Ability to stand 10-12 hours straight
Able to climb and descend stairs for up to 12 hours continuously
Ability to lift, push, and pull 40lbs more than 100 times per day
Able to do repetitive hand, arm, leg movements
Must be able to squat, bend at the waist and knees freely
It is a requirement to be a U.S. citizen OR have valid proof of authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

Manufacturing experience (preferred)

Responsibilities

Verify and confirm that all shingles are in the appropriate specifications
Ensure bundles are stacked properly as they exit the autocatchers
Remove all 2nds shingles from the production line
Make sure granule buildup is not failing onto bundles
Removes splices from the material as dictated by standard operating procedures.
Complete all First Article and Quality Checks/Inspections
Clear jams as safely and quick as possible
Contributes in root cause analysis to identify what causes jams
Stack seconds neatly on seconds pallet
Assist with Front End breaks
Participate in TPM overview and training to understand TPM as it relates to the Auto-Catcher Technician role
Daily CILs done during each shift
Create and share One Point Lessons (OPLs)
Helps identify any problems leading to scrap or seconds
Assist Cutter Tech and work as a team with other Front-End personnel to keep entire Front-End running smoothly
Notify Team Leaders of equipment problems work order or Red and Blue Tags
Follow up on work orders and Red and Blue Tags
Use down time to clean and organize Front-End area
As needed, assist Wrapper Operator
LTT (Lock-Tag-Try) responsibilities for Auto-Catcher area
Keep work area clean to make process as efficient as possible
Fix unsafe conditions and report them immediately to supervisor
Complete BBS, Pink cards, safety inspections, and hazard hunts
Participate in TPM activities that are conducted by the Equipment Team supporting the Team’s goals for each area of expectation on your shift
Notify your supervisor immediately of any accident, near miss or on- the- job injury when it occurs
Comply with all plant rules, safety regulations, and maintain a clean working area
Regular attendance on site and be able to rotate to varying shifts
All other duties as assigned or needed