Unwind Operator

A Shift: Sun, Mon, Tues, alt Wed 5:40am-6:00pm

Hourly Wage: $25.16

The Unwind Operator works closely with the Coater and Facer Backer Operator(s) to produce quality product that meets our customer’s specifications. Responsibilities include ensuring that the proper raw materials are used in accordance with the work order, are properly aligned along with the substrate being free from defect to the coater. Communication with the coater operator for any operational or substrate problems or changes is key.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Plant and Environmental Safety

• Lives the Owens Corning Safety Standard “Safer Together” and meets all safety requirements. Safety is a condition of employment.
• Complies with all plant rules and safety regulations.
• Ensures a safe work environment through strict adherence to OC’s safety policies and procedures while producing and running the Unwind with controlled power and speed, quality activities and communication with facer backer, coater operators and supervisor as needed.
• Take personal ownership to work safely and hold other team members to the same high standards of safety.
• Communicates safety concerns and/or equipment problems/abnormalities to appropriate personnel, maintaining strong communication with the appropriate asset operators to ensure immediate action is taken for product out of spec.
• Inspect assets and equipment before use and throughout shift, keeping all equipment clean and operational.
• Notify supervisor immediately of any accident, near miss or on-the-job injury when it occurs, no matter how insignificant it may seem.
• Participates in the safety, quality, Autonomous Maintenance (AM), Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and housekeeping programs as established within the plant; including but not limited to Focused Improvement Events, Safety Committee, Training, etc.
• Performs cleanup duties at workstations and/or equipment/machinery.
• Performs job tasks to reduce environmental impact and adheres to the environmental regulations and recycling procedures for waste disposal.
• Understands and ensures compliance with our Lock Tag Try system. Respect for the potential hazards within the manufacturing operation. Training and regular auditing of the process.

TPM

Participates in plant TPM initiatives - completing activities associated with TPM tasks (adheres to Clean Inspect Lubricate Tighten {CILT} standard, 5S).

• Continues to use TPM methodology to gain a better understanding of the equipment.
• Identifies and participates proactively in learning opportunities and develops expertise in those areas.
• Utilizes Focus Improvement tools to problem solve.
• Works to achieve zero injuries, zero defects and zero losses.
• During Preventive Maintenance (PM) days, uses time effectively to bring equipment to optimal condition for zero losses.
• Maintain Daily Management (DM) and Step Boards.

Job Duties:

As training and experience facilitate:

• Accurately produces quality product in accordance with work order(s) using proper set up and customer specifications, raw materials and SOP’s
• Ensure safety, set up, and quality specifications are consistent with the policy and effectively communicated to facer backer, coater operator, winder end employees and production supervisor.
• Calculation of units of measures for all raw materials used/unused
• Neat and accurate recording of operational data using appropriate forms and code.
• MSDS knowledge of all raw materials used at unwind station
• Provide back up support to the coater operator and facer backer operators.
• Utilize knowledge of accumulator rack, splicing, tension control and adjustments.
• Identify opportunities around procedures, efficiencies and housekeeping for the unwind and coater end operation
• Monitors raw material for quality defects to ensure there are no quality issues or process issues down the line.
• Reporting of product(s) that doesn’t conform to the physical or appearance standards and specifications.
• Monitor all applications of unwind materials and component substrates, splicing procedure with glass, paper, and mixed substrates, tensions, adjustments, accumulator rack operations and thread-up procedures to ensure proper materials meet quality specifications
• Complete neat and accurate recording of operations data while utilizing the appropriate forms and codes.
• Work using control tools and techniques to improve processes for better raw material efficiency and productivity.

Other

• Demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate.
• Support the training and development of colleagues.
• Demonstrates flexibility to changing priorities as business needs dictate.
• Identify and participate, proactively, in learning opportunities, and develop expertise in those areas.
• Follow standard operating procedures and processes.
• Can and is willing to make decisions. Know the chain of command to get support.
• Regular attendance on site.
• All other duties as assigned or needed.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

The employee should hold the following skills and abilities:

• Demonstrates a positive work ethic
• Demonstrated ability to identify and report safety issues.
• Must be able to work independently or in a team atmosphere with minimal direct supervision
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and the ability to troubleshoot
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task while having a high attention to detail
• Basic mathematics skills
• Able to effectively communicate (read, write, speak, understand) English

COMPUTER AND SOFTWARE COMPETENCIES

• Work with a computer to perform basic data entry
• Demonstrate basic computer skills such as Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Pallet labeling system (IVC), Ignition and SAP.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent preferred.
• Manufacturing or process related experience preferred.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

• • Be at least 18 years old.
  • Remain drug free.

• • Have work schedule flexibility (overtime).
  • Effectively and efficiently perform up to 12-hour shifts (with breaks) in an industrial manufacturing environment:
    • Extreme temperature variation.
    • Sounds or noise levels that may be uncomfortable (hearing protection is provided).
    • Prolonged sitting, standing, walking, and/or using full upper / lower body movement for process.
    • Ink / dust / dirt / fumes.
    • Distinguish colors and shading.
    • Handle, control, feed, or feel objects, tools, or product.
    • While wearing applicable / mandatory PPE.
    • With exposure to:
    • With the ability to:

• • • • Climb / descend stairs / ladder, and / or work from heights as needed.

• • • • Become certified to operate a forklift (if/as needed).
      • Repetitively and freely:
        • Perform movements of body, hand, arm, leg.
        • Bend, twist, squat, walk, sit, stand; to include waist, back and knee motion.
        • Lift, push and pull 40lbs.

About Owens Corning

Owens Corning is a branded building products leader with three complementary market-leading businesses providing roofing, insulation, and doors primarily for residential markets in North America and Europe. The company operates with an integrated go-to-market strategy and a unique set of OC Advantages™ – including its iconic brand, unparalleled commercial strength, leading technology, and winning cost position – to help customers win and grow in the market. Owens Corning is committed to helping build better and achieve more through winning partnerships, leading performance, and engaging people. Founded in 1938 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Owens Corning is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: OC). 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.