Production Trainee

Hourly Rate: $21

Sign-On Bonus

• $500.00 Sign On Bonus after 90 days
• $500.00 after 180 days

Schedule

• Hours: 7:40a-8p or 7:40p-8a
• Overtime as required
• Weekends as needed

Rockford Overview

The Owens Corning Rockford IL is a premier manufacturing facility that manufactures extruded polystyrene foam board insulation for primary use in the construction industry.

• Non-union plant employing about 70 employees across 4 shifts.
• We are committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all, while also meeting our obligations to preserve the environment
• We proudly support our local community with fundraisers, activities, and group donations

Summary

Owens Corning is looking for Machine Operators with manufacturing background in a fast-paced production environment. We are seeking ambitious, self-driven candidates with leadership experience or that are motivated to develop into a leadership role and grow with the company.

The primary objective of this position is to understand, manage, and safely operate all aspects of the downline process.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Tend production lines and interact with equipment using HMI/PLC interfaces
• Safely operate a forklift
• Accurately perform board quality inspections
• Accurately measure objects using a standard tape measure, six-inch scale, and digital caliper
• Accurately enter information into multiple databases
• Operate unit wrapper and perform all associated tasks
• Operate board grinders and prepare and feed scrap products
• Operate compactor equipment and associated tasks
• Properly set up and operate cutting machine
• Operate printer equipment and bar code machine
• Operate a tow motor and obtain license
• Learn and comply with all Owens Corning safety policies along with all other plant rules
• Maintain a clean, orderly work area that is in compliance with 5S standards
• Maintain high level of attendance
• All other duties as assigned or needed

Skills and Abilities

• Good mechanical aptitude
• Ability to do basic mathematical calculations
• Must be able to read a scale and tape measure
• Ability to accomplish tasks without direct supervision

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
• Minium of 1 year experience in an industrial manufacturing environment

Essential Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Ability to routinely lift up to 50 lbs. without assistance
• Work up to 12 hours in hot/cold manufacturing environment
• Walk/stand on concrete floor continuously for up to 12 hours
• Safeguard self with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) - steel-toed shoes, eye protection (glasses, goggles, and/or facemask) hearing protection and long-sleeved shirt (with shirt tail tucked in) as necessary for task

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 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. Except in limited circumstances such as formal apprenticeship programs, Owens Corning does not employ anyone under the age of 18.