Roofing Level 1

Roofing Level 1 Production Operator (Entry Level)

This person is a member of one of the crews that operate the roofing production line. You will work with your shift to safely produce high quality roofing shingles in a fast pace continuous operation environment. This role is essential to the successful operations of the Portland Roofing plant. This is an hourly, entry level position reporting to the applicable Operations Front Line Leader.

The current shift schedule is 8-hour shifts 5 days per week. We are hiring for swing shift (2:45pm-11:00pm) and night shift (10:45pm-7:00am). Days off will be consecutive and consistent week to week, but may not be Sat/Sun.

• Lives the Owens Corning Safety Stand and meets all safety requirements.
• Participates in the safety, quality, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and housekeeping programs as established within the plant.
• Complies with all plant rules and safety regulations.
• Performs cleanup duties at workstations through shift and before end of shift.
• Able to certify on forklift operations.
• Able to follow and understand Job Hazard Analysis (JHA).
• Willing and able to assist other operators when needed.
• Must perform up-time and down-time PM's (Preventive Maintenance).
• Able to properly use a tape measure to conduct product measurements at regular intervals.
• Maintains strong communication with appropriate line section operators.
• Communicate at shift changes key production information.
• Understands the needs of the customer and takes action to address those needs.
• Identifies and participates proactively in learning opportunities and develops expertise in those areas.
• Follows standard operating procedures and processes.

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent required - or willing to obtain GED within one year of employment. Must be 18 years or older. Must be a US citizen or have the right to work in the US. Two or more years of manufacturing experience strongly preferred. Mechanical aptitude is a plus.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Able to effectively communicate in English. Must be able to understand verbal and written instructions. Basic computer skills such as MS Office and Outlook. Demonstrates the ability to multi-task. Strong internal and external customer service skills. Must work well in a team environment. Must be self-motivated to work independently and in a group, and meet targets. Capable of performing basic mathematical calculations.

Demonstrates a strong attention to detail. Willingness to train and coach others. Must be able to operate necessary software to successfully perform job responsibilities. Capable of thinking and working under pressure and analyze information to identify solutions. Must have and execute with sense of urgency.

Industrial manufacturing environment with temperature variation. Exposure to sounds or noise levels that maybe uncomfortable- hearing protection is provided; required in certain areas of the plant. Bending and twisting; repetitive movements. Be able to climb up to a three floors or stairs, use full upper body movement for process; stand up to 12 hours with breaks. Use full upper body movement Stack and rework seconds (lift up to 35 lbs) Handle, control or feel objects, tools or control.