Slate Attendant

• Lives the Owens Corning Safer Together initiative and meets all safety requirements. Safety is a condition of employment. Performs all functions of the job in a safe manner and promptly reports any unsafe behaviors to the shift supervisor.
• Participates in the safety, quality, autonomous maintenance, TPM and housekeeping programs as established within the plant; including but not limited to Focused Improvement Events, Safety Committee, etc.

• Performs job tasks to reduce environmental impact and adheres to the environmental regulations and recycling procedures for waste disposal.
• Complies with all plant rules and safety regulations.
• Performs heavy cleanup duties at workstations and/or equipment/machinery
• Communicates safety concerns and/or equipment problems/abnormalities to appropriate personnel.
• Supplies surface granules and backing material to machine bins.
• Blends granules per standard formulas for each blend.
• Operates conveying systems to blend and transport granules and sand to designated machine bins.
• Assists with lacing and recovery of back end sheet break.
• Reports improper operation of blending and application equipment to Process Lead, Lab Tech, and supervisor.
• Monitors all associated equipment for the blending process, slate and sand supply and return systems.
• Monitors blender, slate diverters, head/prime alignment, backing material for proper operation and makes necessary adjustments as needed to insure product quality and the maximum headslate, minimum prime slate and backing material usage.
• Inspects sheet for proper blend drop and width, release film alignment, sheet walk and cooling water to insure a quality product.
• Understands and fully completes area operator check sheets.
• Conducts mini-audits on finished products as required.
• Operates forklift.  Performs operator inspection of forklift on each shift; checks fluid levels and various forklift component systems for malfunctions and report problems.  Completes daily vehicle inspection forms.
• Understand how to set up and apply release tape, SureNail, and secondary tape.
• Understands how to stop and restart the machine as needed.
• Performs other related duties consistent with the nature of the job as directed by the supervisor.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Must be 18 years or older
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Two or more year of manufacturing experience strongly preferred
• Must be a US citizen or have the right to work in the US
• Must remain drug and alcohol free

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

1. Must read, write and speak English
2. Must understand verbal and written instructions
3. Must possess strong communication and organizational skills
4. Must multi-task
5. Must have strong internal and external customer service skills
6. Must work well in a team environment
7. Must be self-motivated to work independently and in a group, and meet targets
8. Must perform basic mathematical calculations
9. Must have strong attention to detail
10. Must be able to tolerate extreme temperatures (both hot and cold; plant is not climate controlled)
11. Must train and coach others
12. Must have strong process acumen
13. Must work a flexible schedule that meets business needs. This includes but not limited to loading and unloading all daily shipments and deliveries, meeting goals of dwell time, etc.
14. Must be able to work shifts up to 16 hours in duration
15. Must operate necessary software to successfully perform job responsibilities
16. Must be able to think and work under pressure and analyze information to identify solutions
17. Must have and execute with sense of urgency

ADDITIONAL REQUIRED TRAINING

• All annual safety and role specific training, as required by the nature of this position
• Initial TPM autonomous steps 0-1 and additional training as site progresses

About Owens Corning  

Owens Corning is a global building and industrial materials leader. The company's three integrated businesses are dedicated to the manufacture and advancement of a broad range of insulation, roofing and fiberglass composite materials. Leveraging the talents of 19,000 employees in 33 countries, Owens Corning provides innovative products and sustainable solutions that address energy efficiency, product safety, renewable energy, durable infrastructure, and labor productivity. These solutions provide a material difference to the company's customers and make the world a better place. Based in Toledo, Ohio, USA, the company posted 2020 sales of $7.1 billion. Founded in 1938, it has been a Fortune 500® company for 66 consecutive years. For more information, please visit www.owenscorning.com.

Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer.