Job Title: Utility Operator

Department: Roofing Production

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

DOC# AM-JOBD-UTIL-010

PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The Utility operator is responsible for providing production process support in several areas, including physically removing shingle bundles from the conveyors, assisting with clearing jams in the Autocatchers, conducting visual quality inspections, and general cleanup & assistance in several areas of the plant.

The Utility operator is a key contributor to the continuous improvements of critical plant performance metrics in the areas of safety, productivity, cost, quality and sustainability. This role is essential to the successful operations of the Compton Roofing and Asphalt site. The Utility operator is an hourly position reporting to the Front Line Leader on his/her assigned shift.

The hourly rate for this position is $22.07. 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.

• Lives the Owens Corning Safety Standard and meets all safety requirements. Safety is a condition of employment.
• Participates in the safety, quality, autonomous maintenance, TPM and 5S process as established within the plant: including but not limited to Focus Improvement events, Safety Committee, etc.
• Participates in safety, quality, and housekeeping programs established at the plant.
• Notifies appropriate personal of any equipment malfunction, abnormalities and safety issues.
• Understands and utilizes process stops and emergency stops when necessary.
• Understand and perform the duties of a utility operator.
• Understands quality & production metrics; fills out required checklists, and turns in to appropriate personnel
• Communicates and reacts to material not meeting quality & production standards.
• Maintains strong communication with appropriate line section operators to ensure immediate action is taken for product out of spec.
• Inspects products and takes corrective actions. Detects all defects, job changes and splices. Communicates to supervisor and team.
• Assists Auto-catcher Operator on catcher jams, conveyor jams, and other tasks at the area.
• Ensures bundles are stacked properly exiting auto catchers and proper count of each bundle.
• Sorts first quality material and seconds quality material. Removes all off-quality shingles from the production line and pallets, including mat splice and release tape splices.
• Rewraps bundles that need new wrapping.
• Responsible for supplying sealant to sealant system and maintaining scrap material.
• Assists Palletizer operator fix crooked bundles and jammed pallets.
• Assists wrapper operator in changing wrapper rolls, making wrapper splices, clearing bundle jams, and other tasks when necessary.
• Trains to relieve/cover Auto Catcher operator and other machine operators when necessary.
• Assists other areas with mat/sheet lace-up, splices, cleaning, and other tasks when needed.
• Completes assigned planned maintenance orders and assist mechanics when needed.
• Demonstrates flexibility to changing priorities as business needs dictate.
• Establishes goals, prioritizes and organizes actions, timelines and resources.
• Understands the needs of the customer and takes action to address those needs.
• Acts decisively and shows a strong sense of urgency to ensure follow through of established goals.
• Identifies and participates proactively in learning opportunities, and develops expertise in those areas.
• Ensures standard operating procedures and processes are in place.
• Performs other related duties consistent with the nature of this position, as directed by the operator's supervisor.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

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

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Must read, write and speak English
• Must understand verbal and written instructions
• Must possess strong communication and organizational skills
• Must multi-task
• Must have strong internal and external customer service skills
• Must work well in a team environment
• Must be self-motivated to work independently and in a group, and meet targets
• Must perform basic mathematical calculations
• Must be able to read prescribed measuring devices
• Must have strong attention to detail
• Must train and coach others
• Must have strong process acumen
• Must have thorough understanding of product quality standards
• Must maintain schedule flexibility to ensure smooth production
• Must operate necessary software to successfully perform job responsibilities
• Must be able to think and work under pressure and analyze information to identify solutions
• 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

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.

A review of this position has excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents(s) will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and abilities.

This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship.