Machine Operator, 1st Shift

Owens Corning • Stokesdale, NC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Machine Operator machines accurate, quality materials for shipment at Owens Corning’s Stokesdale, North Carolina location. The position works a 1st-shift schedule of 5:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday, with overtime as needed. The hourly pay rate is $20.60, plus benefits.

The operator sets up and runs the machine center, following procedures to ensure parts pass through safely and correctly. The role involves grading material to customer specifications, maintaining production and quality targets, completing paperwork, coordinating with material handlers and crew members, and performing maintenance and end-of-shift inspections. The operator also helps train and delegate work to crew members, troubleshoots machine issues, and keeps the machine and work area clean, organized, and secure.

The work takes place in a normal factory environment with wood dust and exposure to heat exceeding 95 degrees. Physical requirements include repetitive hand, wrist, and arm motions; normal or corrected hearing and vision; manual coordination; walking, bending, twisting, stooping, climbing stairs, and lifting approximately 35 pounds.

Requirements

• Completion of 9th grade.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to work well with others and demonstrate good leadership ability.
• Knowledge of the grades of all profiles and proper unitizing.
• Ability to read a tape measure, calipers, and specifications (details).
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and learn all functions of the machine.
• Good hand-eye coordination and mechanical adaptability.
• Ability to perform repetitive hand, wrist, and arm motions.
• Normal or corrected hearing and vision, manual coordination, and ability to walk, bend, twist, stoop, climb stairs, and lift approximately 35 pounds.
• Ability to withstand heat in excess of 95 degrees.

Nice To Haves

• Preferably one year of experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to think under pressure and make quick, strategic decisions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with flexibility.
• Initiative, self-motivation, and ability to train and coach others.
• Ability to operate a computer and Microsoft Office tools such as Outlook, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of lockout/tagout procedures.

Responsibilities

• Observe all safety rules and ensure the crew works safely.
• Set up the machine in a timely manner and follow procedures, including setting guards and hold-downs, to ensure parts clear the machine.
• Use only reject mouldings for machine set-ups.
• Keep accurate daily paperwork and learn to read and process orders on worksheets for end prep and haunch detail.
• Achieve work-piece and end-work quality standards while maintaining production of 6,300 pieces daily.
• Grade material coming off the machine to appropriate customer specifications.
• Obtain Lead or Supervisor sign-off for all quality checks.
• Perform all duties of a crew member.
• Putty and paint repairs as necessary.
• Tie up finished units so they can be pulled and tagged properly.
• Coordinate work with material handlers and others affected by the work.
• Immediately report material-handler deficiencies or machine problems, and advise the supervisor of unusual circumstances as needed.
• Delegate tasks and train crew members to run the machine center efficiently and accurately.
• Troubleshoot problems and take steps to minimize downtime while keeping the machine running safely.
• Use proper lockout/tagout procedures, including knowing how to set insert tooling.
• Perform preventive maintenance on the entire machine, including lubrication.
• Inspect the machine center at the end of the shift.
• Ensure the machine and work area are clean, organized, and properly secured.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and supplemental insurance offerings.
• 401(k).
• Liberal paid time off, including vacation, personal floating days, and standard holidays.
• Employee Assistance Services.
• Stock Purchase Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED