TPM Continuous Improvement Lead

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The position works in partnership with plant leadership and TPM Pillar teams to develop and execute strong Continuous Improvement (CI) and TPM processes and practices that help drive business results. The candidate will support the Atonomous Maintenance(AM) and Planned Maintenance(PM) pillars, assist in managing the Daily Boards, and enrolling others in CI and TPM practices. This is an essential role as the plant seeks to strengthen the CI and TPM skillsets and the increase the understanding of the 3 zeros of TPM by all employees.

This position champions the use of TPM and CI tools to drive productivity efforts to meet financial goals and quality efforts. This position is a change agent for our TPM culture.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Plant and Environmental Safety

· Lives the Owens Corning Safety Stand and meets all safety requirements. Safety is a condition of employment.

· Take personal ownership to work safely and hold other team members to the same high standards of safety

· 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, TPM and housekeeping programs as established within the plant; including but not limited to Focused Improvement Events, Safety Committee, Training, 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 cleanup duties at workstations and/or equipment/machinery.

· Communicates safety concerns and/or equipment problems/abnormalities to appropriate personnel, maintaining strong communication with the appropriate line section operators to ensure immediate action is taken for product out of spec.

· Inspect vehicles before use and throughout shift, keeping all equipment clean and operational.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience

· High School Diploma or GED equivalency

· Computer proficiency with Word, Excel and PowerPoint is preferred

· Basic mechanical knowledge and TPM Methodology

· Previous experience in CI and/or in creating Standard Work

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

· Proficiently demonstrate math and communication skills

· Ability to read and understand Technical Manuals and Specification Sheets

· Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Powerpoint and Word

· Maintain certifications and skill sets necessary to train employees

· Ability to facilitate training in various formats

· Ability to implement and use the Learning Management System within Talent Center

· Must be self-motivated to work independently and in a group, and meet targets

· Must have strong attention to detail

· Strong Leadership

Essential Physical Requirements/Work Environment

The employee should possess the ability to:

· Must remain drug free

· Exposure to dust/dirt/fumes/fiberglass

· Ability to work in wet environments: including head and feet

· Industrial manufacturing environment with extreme temperature variation

· Exposure to sounds or noise levels that maybe uncomfortable (hearing protection is provided)

· Ability to wear applicable PPE for up to 12 hours

· Ability to distinguish colors and shading

· Ability to become certified to operate a forklift

· Prolonged sitting, standing, or walking for 8 – 12 hour shifts

· Bending and twisting; repetitive movements

· Able to do repetitive hand, arm, leg movements for up to 12 hours

· Must be able to squat, bend at the waist and knees freely

· Be able to climb up to three floors or stairs, use full upper body movement for process; stand up to 12 hours with breaks

· Ability to work from heights

· Lift, push and pull 40lbs.repetitively

· Handle, control, feed, or feel objects, tools or product

· Must be able to work flexible rotating shift schedules – mandatory overtime as required

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.