Plant Engineering Leader

Plant Engineering Leader

Location(s):
Fairburn, GA, US

The Technical Leader (Plant Engineering Leader) is responsible for providing all aspects of technical leadership to the Plant. The position reports to the Plant Leader and is a member of the plant leadership team. There is also a functional reporting relationship to the ISB Technical Leader in Granville, OH. The Technical Leader has 7-15 direct reports depending on plant size including:
Manufacturing Engineers for each operating line, batch, furnace and binder areas, Quality/CI Engineer(s), Packaging and Process Engineer(s) and participants in early career development programs.

Lead for An Injury-Free Environment

Utilize technical knowledge to provide a safe and secure work environment for all employees, contractors and visitors

Technical Excellence and Process Optimization

Understands current manufacturing process capability and drives to reduce variation

Lead Across the Plant

Drive alignment between plant departments

Leading and Developing Talent

Create and sustain a culture where talent is developed through effective performance management and talent evaluation

Knowing Our Customer

Understanding and communicating customer expectations through effective use of standard work, reporting and teams communications

Experience:

Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical, Chemical Engineering or related discipline

A minimum of 5 years progressive technical experience in a manufacturing environment, fiberglass process experience preferred

A minimum of two years experience leading people

Six Sigma Black Belt or Green Belt and/or Lean Manufacturing experience

Knowledge and

Skills:

Computer skills:
The ability to utilize Owens Corning systems and the software necessary for this role

Utilizing data and data collection systems, and Six Sigma methods for problem-solving and decision-making to eliminate manufacturing losses and unnecessary costs

Implementing strategic plans

Impactful verbal and written communications

Business and financial acumen

Strong planning, resourcing and delegation skills

Ability to engage and care for others starting with safety

Ability to achieve results fast both individually and through teams

Demonstrates and inspires company spirit

An inspirational leader

Abilities and Personal Characteristics:

Willingness to travel 20% when required to support improvements at other locations

Willingness to relocate to meet future needs of the business

Customer orientation:
Has an external perspective and understands that all business opportunities start with knowledge of how to serve our customers

Accomplishes the goals of the business; translates strategies into actionable operating plans; sets goals for personal accomplishment; uses measurement methods to monitor progress; quickly overcomes barriers and adapts plans to ensure goal attainment

Demonstrates a strong self-awareness of own strengths, development needs and the impact of own behavior on others; and consistently takes actions to improve impact

A balanced sense of self-confidence and an abiding respect for others. Sustains others strong personal wellbeing in order to maximize and fortify their contribution to the business. Operates in a transparent fashion consistent with Owens Corning values.

Owens Corning is a residential and commercial building products leader committed to building a sustainable future through material innovation. Our products provide durable, sustainable, energy-efficient solutions that leverage our unique capabilities and market-leading positions to help our customers win and grow. We are global in scope, human in scale with more than 25,000 employees in 31 countries dedicated to generating value for our customers and shareholders and making a difference in the communities where we work and live.

Founded in 1938 and based in Toledo, Ohio, USA, Owens Corning posted 2024 sales of $11.0 billion. For more information, visit  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.