Corning

Extruder Operator

$26–$30/hrRockford, IL, US, 61109
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Mid-level · 3+ yrs exp

Requirements

Experience: 3+ years

Skills & tools

CleaningManagementData EntryQuality AssuranceTeam LeadershipTroubleshooting

Benefits — mentioned in this posting

401(k) / retirementEquity / stockHealth, dental & vision
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Duties and Responsibilities
Level 1:

- Live the safety stand, adhere to the safety responsibilities while adhering to all housekeeping requirements.

- Understand and master navigation of HMI and Dashboard portal

- Start up, operate, and complete basic changeovers

- Understand and master navigation of Process Explorer, Aspen Tech and IP21

- Locate and able to operate all jam-up and emergency stop buttons

- Maintain process within specifications and targets

- Read and follow detailed plans and instructions

- Complete reports and provide feedback to supervisors and support personnel on abnormalities and observations

- Start up, operate, changeover and complete basic trouble shooting of:

- Blowing agents and BA Meter System

- Solid feed systems

- CO2 metering system

- Slinkies

- Drawing vacuum and operating board measuring device

- Die gaps

- Must be able to understand and use DMC I and DMC II

- Complete melt flow testing as required

- Read & understand Production Schedule using SAP

- All other tasks as assigned

Resin Silo Unloading:

- Understand silo and surge bin hookup diagram

- Understand resin silo manifold

- Properly direct and verify resin unloading hookup.

Quality Operations

- Operate board sampling equipment and perform all associated tasks.

- Operate board testing equipment and perform all associated tasks.

- Operate resin testing equipment and perform all associated tasks.

- Complete paperwork/data entry requirements and perform all associated tasks.

- Operate quality control HMI systems and perform all associated tasks.

90º Operations

- Operate pond equipment and perform all associated tasks.

- Operate dancer equipment and perform all associated tasks.

- Operate printer equipment and perform all associated tasks.

- Operate board thickness indicator equipment and perform all associated tasks.

- Operate 1st pass equipment and perform all associated tasks.

- O perate finish saw equipment and perform all associated tasks.

- Operate bar coder equipment and perform all associated tasks.

- Direct and or assist on a lower building changeover up to the 2nd pass of the 90º.

Level 2:
In addition to all Level 1 tasks:

- Must be able to complete startups, operate, advanced trouble-shoot and advanced changeovers

- Start up, operate, and complete advanced changeovers

- Clear and defined understanding and can explain the process in detail

- Must have all working knowledge of Extruder Operator Level 1 expectations

- Be able to mentor an Extruder Operator Level 1 in training

- Navigate through PSM BA Loss (auto derate back to prime)

- Lead a PSM start up from start to finish/prime unassisted

- Lead a PSM planned shutdown

- Troubleshoot fix/feeder issues, crinkles, and deep ripples

- Assist maintenance with changing slinky bars

- Review or develop JHAs

- Become HRCS Certified

- All other tasks as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, Skills and Abilities

- Strong mechanical aptitude.

- Ability to do intermediate mathematical calculations.

- Must have intermediate computer skills.

- Strong attributes for attention to detail

- Must complete successful probationary period prior to certifying as a Level 1

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

- High School Diploma or GED Equivalent

- Minium of 3-5 years' experience in an industrial manufacturing environment with extrusion experience

Essential Physical Requirements/Work Environment

- Ability to routinely lift up to 40 lbs. without assistance

- Work up to 12 hours in hot/cold manufacturing environment

- Walk/stand on concrete floor continuously for up to 12 hours

- Climb on/off a forklift multiple time per shift

- Safeguard self with Personal protective Equipment (PPE) - steel-toed shoes, eye protection (glasses, goggles, and/or facemask) hearing protection and FR long sleeved shirt (with shirt tail tucked in) and pants.

- Use cleaning equipment or tools as necessary for housekeeping duties in accordance with all safety rules.

Benefits:

- 401k Retirement Savings Plan & Employee Stock Purchase Plan

- Multiple comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision & Prescription options

- Quarterly VIP Bonuses

- Healthy living incentives and rewards

- Paid Time Off

- Company Paid Basic Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability

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 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.

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