Machine/Trim Saw Operator

About the Role

Trim Saw Operator is responsible for leading and driving the trimming activities in the plant with an emphasis on creating and maintaining a safe working environment and maintaining and exceeding customer quality requirements. The Trim Saw Operator will be responsible for problem solving equipment and managing a large amount of inventory.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and stages the Trim saw by scanning tickets barcodes (line item on order) into computer.
• Determines how to set-up/adjust guides on saw to maintain margins for build.
• Makes manual adjustments when necessary to meet or hold tolerances.
• Tests door set-up and barcode printer.
• Runs orders per production schedules.
• Changes trim blades, sanding belts, etc.
• Calibrates the trim saw.
• Performs regular quality checks and measurements per order # line # before and after door sizing.
• Verifies accuracy and legibility of Jeta mark print.
• Performs TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) functions.
• Performs other tasks as assigned by management.

High level of responsibility; incorrect operation can result in large quantities of damaged product that leads to financial impacts to repair machinery/tooling, high impact to cost of quality (COQ), and can cause delays in customer shipment.

Key Deliverables

• Safety: Enforce safety practices, maintain a tolerance-to-zero attitude, and engage in safety initiatives.
• Quality: Understand standards and requirements, work with precision and attention to detail.
• Delivery: Follow just-in-time production strategy.
• Inventory: Manage and monitor inventory levels in the production area.
• Productivity: Measure the efficiency of equipment and personal skills.
• Build Trust: Communicate issues effectively, problem-solve, and maintain integrity.

Requirements

• Lockout/tagout certified (training will be provided on site).
• Strong aptitude in measurement calculations and mechanical workings.
• Able to read a tape measure.
• Ability to record downtime.
• Comprehensive knowledge of all aspects of the trim saw machine, including maintenance, blade changes, mechanical understanding, printer maintenance, order tracking process, door/customer quality specs, door types, core types, Masterpack, and knowledge of other positions including feeding the saw and catching the doors.
• Operates computer-controlled trim saw.
• Able to retain a high level of information.
• Reads and interprets schedules/tickets.
• Performs quality checks.
• Performs safety checks including guards and tooling, tooling changes, and sanding belt changes.
• Must be able to use multiple hand tools including wrenches and mallet.
• Ability to work with little to no supervision and be self-motivated.
• Must be a regular, full-time employee with at least 6 months in current position.

Physical Demands

• Frequently required to stand and perform repetitive motions.
• Frequently required to use hands to feel or handle, manually slide and flip cores, and reach with hands and arms.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs; up to 80 lbs with assistance.
• Frequently required to bend, twist, stoop, walk, pull, push, and reach at a fast pace.
• Ability to handle multiple parts and stand throughout the entirety of the shift.
• Works in a facility with a high level of forklift traffic.
• Requires intense and high levels of concentration to focus on product quality and productivity.
• Strong eye/hand coordination.
• Ability to work in a mildly controlled environment with potential exposure to cold, heat, and significant amounts of dust.
• Good attendance and ability to work overtime and weekends when required by workload or circumstances.

About Owens Corning

Owens Corning is a leader in residential and commercial building products committed to building a sustainable future through material innovation. Our products provide durable, sustainable, energy-efficient solutions leveraging unique capabilities and market-leading positions to help 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.