Winder Forming Operator

The Forming Handler Winder (FHW) is an hourly position, reporting to the Operations Team Leader. The FHW safely operates a continuous forming process on the winder and pack out operations while ensuring product meets department’s quality standards.

• Live the Owens Corning Amarillo Safety Stand and meet all quarterly safety requirements.
• Participate in the safety, quality, TPM and good housekeeping programs as established within the plant; including but not limited to Kaizen, Central Safety Committee, etc.
• Perform job tasks in a manner to reduce an adverse impact to the environment and adhere to the environmental regulations and recycling procedures for waste disposal.
• Comply with all plant rules, safety regulations and job hazard analysis (JHA) requirements.
• Perform daily safety and quality audits to ensure all equipment is in working condition and product meets visual quality standards.
• Visually inspect product and equipment.
• Collect QC samples for QLT yardage checks.
• Ensure cleanliness and alignment of strand contact points; including, but not limited to take down blade, collet, guide eye, etc.
• Clean and control assigned equipment or request proper maintenance assistance.
• Operate winder equipment; including, but not limited to, winder index, pull rollers, etc.
• Doff, identify, and position packages on carriers per identification () tag.
• Replace rubber bands on end caps as required.
• Ensure all carriers are properly labeled before releasing.
• Maintain performance level according to targets.
• Operate in-line chop equipment and ensure quality, accurate weights, and other production standards.
• Assemble specified containers with labels and weights, then palletize, fill-in tally, and transport palletized material.
• Use forklift and other related material handling machinery, when required.
• Perform cleanup duties (including, but not limited to, equipment areas, workstations, etc.).
• Provide relief for FHWs and other positions of previous qualification, as required.
• Perform cleanup duties (including, but not limited to, equipment areas, workstations, etc.).
• Perform other related duties consistent with the nature of this position, as directed by the area leader.

• Operate a computer or other keyboard instruments.

The employee should hold the following abilities:

• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
• Must be able to understand verbal and written instructions.
• Must possess strong communication and organizational skills.
• Must have the ability to multi-task.
• Must have strong internal and external customer service skills.
• Must work well in a team environment.
• Must be self-motivated to work independently and meet targets.
• Must have the ability to do basic mathematical calculations.
• Must be able to secure and maintain job related qualifications and certifications as required by the nature of this position.

To be considered for the position, the candidate must demonstrate his/her ability to fulfill the job requirements by successfully completing the following: