Machine Operator, 1st Shift

7220 US Highway 158, Stokesdale, NC 27357

Machine Operator

Owens Corning, global in scope - human in scale. We're an international company, with solid roots in Stokesdale, NC, and we've got opportunities for a few dynamic people to join our local team.

Competitive compensation and a substantial benefits package including insurance (medical/dental/vision/life/disability/supplemental offerings), 401k, liberal paid time off (vacation, personal floating and standard holidays), Employee Assistance Services, Stock Purchase Program – and more.

7220 US Highway 158, Stokesdale, NC 27357

5:00AM - 3:30PM Monday-Thursday; OT as needed

The hourly pay rate for this position is $20.60 + benefits. This information is specific to Stokesdale, NC and may not be applicable to other locations.

The primary purpose of this position is to machine accurate and quality materials for shipment.

• Observe all safety rules and ensure crew works safely at all times.
• Set-Up Machine in a timely fashion.
• Follow proper set-up procedures to ensure clearance of parts through machine (setting guards, hold downs, etc.)
• Only reject mouldings are to be used for set-ups.
• Keep accurate daily paperwork. Learn to read and process orders on worksheets for end prep and haunch detail.
• Responsible for achieving quality of work piece, end work and maintaining production of 6300 pcs daily.
• Grade material off back of machine to appropriate customer specifications.
• All quality checks must be signed off for accuracy by Lead or Supervisor.
• Perform all duties of a crew member.
• Putty and paint repairs as necessary.
• Tie up finished units to be pulled and tagged properly.
• Coordinate work with material handlers and any other people your work may affect.
• Report any material handler deficiencies or machine problem immediately.
• Advise supervisor of unusual circumstances as needed.
• Demonstrate the ability to delegate tasks and train crew members to run the machine center efficiently and accurately.
• Demonstrate the mechanical ability to troubleshoot problems and take steps to minimize down time to keep machine running safely at all times.
• Use proper lockout/tag out procedures. This includes knowing how to set insert tooling.
• Perform preventative maintenance of entire machine including lubrications.
• Responsible for inspecting machine center at the end of the shift.
• Ensure the machine and area is clean, organized and properly secured.

Must haves include…

• Completion of 9th grade required.
• Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
• Must work well with others and have good leadership ability.
• Knowledge of the grades of all profiles and proper unitizing.
• Capable of reading a tape measure, calipers and spec (details).
• Capable of following verbal and written instructions and learning all the functions of this machine.
• Good hand-eye coordination and be mechanically adaptable

• Preferably one year experience in a manufacturing setting
• Experience with
  • Think under pressure, make quick and strategic decisions
  • Work independently, as well as part of a team, and have flexibility
  • Show initiative, be a self-starter, and be able to train and coach others
  • Operate a computer and Microsoft Office Tools (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
  • Lockout/Tagout procedures

• Do repetitive hand, wrist, and arm motions.
• Normal and corrected hearing and vision are necessary with manual coordination, some walking, bending, twisting, stooping, climbing stairs and lifting of approximately 35 lbs.
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