Quality Technician

BE PART OF OUR DIFFERENCE

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

WHAT WE OFFER:

Competitive compensation, quarterly bonus plan, 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.

Work Location & Shifts: 970 Route 11, Kirkwood, NY 13795 | 1ST shift starting at 6:00 AM

Pay:   The hourly pay rate for this position is $22.00 – 25.00 + benefits.  Base pay will vary within the range depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.   This information is specific to Kirkwood and may not be applicable to other locations. 

What makes a successful team member:

Overview

Maintain quality processes by recording and analyzing data. Lead control plans and process documentation as well as problem solving efforts. Play an active role in quality procedures and process improvement efforts to ensure that product meets specification and customer expectations. Work primarily in the manufacturing environment. Collect metric data points, analyze quality data, apply quality tools and fundamental statistical methods to process control and improvements.

Responsibilities

• Participate in internal process and product audits
• Perform various levels of inspection: incoming, in-process, and finished goods
• Input data to quality database systems for capturing, analyzing, and providing timely and accurate reporting
• Develop process plans to ensure full compliance of product standards and specifications
• Participate in implementing product quality improvements to reduce process variation and prevent defects
• Troubleshoot, Identify and analyze root-causes and work with the appropriate teams to implement solutions
• Support activities to build quality into the product through process improvements and proactive planning
• Actively lead Yellow Lean & Yellow Six projects to improve performance
• Lead Kaizen events on manufacturing floor with cross functional teams
• Train employees on QA tools and techniques as required
• Perform customer and supplier visits as required, including presentations of quality data
• Determine acceptability of finished product by collecting, classifying, and analyzing production and quality data
• Identify raw material condition by collecting material samples; conduct inspections and request testing as required
• Determine acceptability of rework by conducting inspections and physical tests of reworked product
• Maintain safe and clean work environment
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Excellent command of Microsoft Office programs including MS-Excel, MS Word, and MS Power-Point
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills
• Excellent teamwork and collaboration skills

• Precision measuring instruments (i.e. CMM, calipers, micrometers), gauges and tools

• PLC programming experience a plus

Qualifications

• AA or AS degree preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of experience and understanding of a quality production environment
• Six Sigma or Lean GB certification highly desired or ability to attain within 1 year
• Certified Quality Auditor certification from ASQ highly desired or ability to obtain within one year

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.