Converter Operator

Job Title

Converter Operator - Class I

Summit Plant, Summit, IL, US, 60501

Manufacturing

Hourly

On Site

67877

Job Title: Converter Operator - Class I

Location: Summit Plant

Position Type: Union

Shift: 6:55 AM - 7:00 PM

Pay Rate: $26.89 per hour

About the Role:

The Converter Operator - Class I plays a key role in ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality asphalt production. Reporting to the Asphalt Production Leader and Operations Leader, this position is responsible for maintaining safety standards, environmental compliance, product quality, and cost efficiency. The Converter Operator fosters a collaborative work environment, coaches team members, and supports continuous improvement initiatives to meet customer requirements and maximize plant performance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Take personal ownership for safety and hold team members accountable to the same high standards.
• Immediately report and address any accidents, near misses, or unsafe conditions.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and housekeeping standards.
• Oversee team safety, production, product quality, and material/labor efficiency.
• Troubleshoot process issues in collaboration with operators and maintenance teams.
• Maintain accurate daily reports and perform administrative tasks including data entry and production documentation.
• Coordinate carriers for raw material deliveries and finished product pickups.
• Load and unload trucks following proper procedures; perform tank gauging as required.
• Partner with Operations Leader to implement process improvements and achieve site goals.
• Demonstrate strong leadership and supervisory skills.
• Exhibit excellent oral and written communication.
• Demonstrate knowledge of production operations, safety, and environmental compliance.
• Show attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
• Commitment to employee safety and health initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Proficiency with Allen Bradley panel views and SAP for production order processing.
• Strong general computer skills.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Operations knowledge in areas such as boilers, incinerators, preheaters, hot oil systems, tank burners, truck/railcar/barge loading and unloading, acid systems, and computer-controlled operations.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work up to 8 hours in extreme hot/cold conditions.
• Walk/stand on concrete floors for extended periods.
• Routinely climb stairs and ladders.
• Lift up to 40 lbs without assistance.
• Use required PPE (steel-toed shoes, ear protection, eye protection, hard hat, gloves, etc.).
• Exposure to noise levels may be uncomfortable.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay and quarterly bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) with up to 6% company match.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Paid time off and 11 paid holidays.
• Career growth and advancement opportunities.

About Owens Corning:

Owens Corning is a global leader in building materials, committed to innovation, safety, and excellence. Join our team and help us build a better future.

Must complete and pass a pre-employment background check, U/A drug screen, and confidential medical review.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently.

Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.

Nearest Major Market: Chicago