Furnace Development Program (2026)

At Owens Corning it’s our people that make the difference. We foster an inclusive environment where all Owens Corning employees are heard and appreciated for the value each distinct voice brings to the team. Each employee can share their unique perspectives, learn from one another, and maximize the potential of a global workplace.

About The Program:

The Furnace Development Program prepares participants for roles with glass melting responsibilities within Owens Corning manufacturing facilities. Throughout the program, participants are mentored by experienced professionals to learn technical aspects of the batching and glass melting processes essential to manufacturing our signature PINK Next Gen® fiberglas insulation. Many assignments begin in one of our glass manufacturing facilities in the U.S. or at the Owens Corning Science & Technology Center in Granville, Ohio. This opportunity provides for exposure to day-to-day operations, as well as interactions with maintenance, operations, and technical teams. 

Duration: The program lasts 24 months.

Rotations: Participants will experience various areas:

• Furnace Tech & Workforce Training: Travel flexibly and shadow furnace engineers to gain insights into process leadership and training. Learn about processes, operational systems, and management technologies.
• Furnace Supervision: Take ownership of the melting process at a plant.

Key Responsibilities:

• Use data analysis and problem-solving skills in decision making.
• Acquire Subject Matter Expert (SME) knowledge in raw materials, batch, glass, melting, furnace operations, fiberizing.
• Lead in safety and process-specific safety.
• Maintain plant standard of work and conduct audits.
• Solve complex problems to develop, evaluate, and implement solutions.

Outcome: Graduate a melting subject matter experts from supplier, to weighing of raw materials, to application of energy, to melting stability & delivery of melted glass where product fiberized. At completion of the program, you are placed in a full-time assignment as a Furnace Engineer or Leader at a North American Owens Corning manufacturing plant. 

What We’re Looking For:

Seeking an enthusiastic candidate who will take initiative to drive results, execute goals, and creatively navigate through tasks. Demonstrates a desire to develop technical and leadership capabilities, in a manufacturing environment, while furthering their career and long-term impact on Owens Corning.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A Bachelor’s degree in Ceramic, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science or relevant major and/or field
Previous internships/co-ops with in a glass melting/furnace manufacturing setting
Demonstrated leadership in professional, service, or social organizations
Willingness and flexibility to relocate (assistance provided)

LOCATION OF ASSIGNMENT:

Participants are based at various manufacturing sites in the US. 

The base salary range for this position is $75,000-$78,000. We also offer a substantial benefits package including insurance (medical/dental/vision/life/disability/supplemental offerings), 401k (company contribution regardless of employee participation – plus match), liberal paid time off (vacation, personal floating and standard holidays), Employee Assistance Services, Stock Purchase Program – and more.

About Owens Corning  

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 www.owenscorning.com. 

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.