Operations Planner/Coordinator

SUMMARY
This position will lead the interface between Operators, Maintenance and Customer Service and oversee the production schedule for the Asphalt Plant. This job requires excellent self-direction, working alone or in small teams and with minimal supervision.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Take personal ownership to work safely every day and hold other team members to the same high standards of safety.
• Responsible for team safety, production, product quality, and material/labor efficiency.
• Work closely with Operators and Maintenance in troubleshooting process problems.
• Achieve maximum throughput and efficiencies at the lowest possible costs, within prescribed quality levels
• Complete required daily reports including but not limited to Quality Testing, LEL Reporting, Shift Status, Converter Operations, Safety Incident Reporting, etc.
• Tank Gauging knowledge and ability.
• Loading and unloading trucks as needed and ensure proper procedures are followed.
• Maintain a close partnership with the Operations Leader to implement site process improvements and goals
• Data entry to include Goods Receipts, SAP Requisitions, SAP Process Order creation, SAP COGI reconciliation, Rail CarTracking and other plant tracking as needed.
• Package Material Count Sheet quarterly inventory reconciliation.
• Check in of BURA package flatbed loads and communicate with CSR as needed.
• Backup for monthly raw material/finish goods inventory count and reconciliation.
• All additional Converter Operator - Class I accountabilities not listed.
• All other duties as assigned or needed.

Maintenance

• Monitor critical equipment - pre-heater, hot oil, incinerator, blowers, boiler (quick walk through daily).
• Complete or assign certain maintenance tasks (non-electrical), such as blow downs, oil/filter changes on blowers.
• Aid in downtime work planning and delegation of responsibilities.

Operations:

• Certified as Operator - Class 1.
• Assist with Operator training through each step.
• Assist with day-to-day operations, including covering for breaks.
• Run the production schedule and update it daily.
• Monitor rail activity and maintain communications with DGNO on service issues.
• Schedule Asst. Operator work as needed.
• Fill in for the Operator as needed.

Other Activities

• Ensure team members have the resources and training to do the job.
• Day to day coaching and counseling of employees on production schedule and targets.
• Assist with new hire training/onboarding.
• Attend Shift huddles to act as a resource to the plant.
• Actively engage in the plant's Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) efforts

SKILLS AND ABILITIES
The employee should hold the following abilities:

• Demonstrated leadership in current and previous jobs
• Must be able to work independently or in a team atmosphere with minimal direct supervision
• Demonstrated the ability to set priorities and escalate issues in a timely manner
• Must have to ability to do basic mathematical calculations
• Good oral and written communication skills

COMPUTER AND SOFTWARE COMPENTENCIES
The employee must be able to:

• Utilize Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, Access.
• Experience with and working knowledge of SAP.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
The employee should have the following:

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.
• Preferred to have completed leadership training.
• Operations Knowledge in the following areas (not all inclusive): Boilers, Incinerator, Preheaters, Tank Burners, Truck Loading/Unloading, Railcar Unloading, Acid Injection System, and Computer Control Operations.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
The employee should possess the ability to:

• Exposure to temperature extremes - working outside in hot / cold temperatures.
• Prolonged sitting or standing for 12-hour shifts.
• Ability to move up to 40 pounds/lift up to 40lbs in a single event/35 lbs in a repetitive event.

• Able to climb ladders/stairs to reach the top of tanks or equipment (maximum 50 ft)

About Owens Corning
Owens Corning is a global building and construction materials leader committed to building a sustainable future through material innovation. Our three integrated businesses - Composites, Insulation, and Roofing - provide durable, sustainable, energy-efficient solutions that leverage our unique material science, manufacturing, and market knowledge to help our customers win and grow. We are global in scope, human in scale with approximately 19,000 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 2022 sales of $9.8 billion. For more information, visit www.owenscorning.com.
Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer.