Owens Corning
Overview
The
Technical Engineering & Quality Leader
is responsible for leading process optimization efforts while managing a team of engineering salaried direct reports and taking organizational responsibility for multi-process focus to maximize productivity. This role creates plans, strategizes, and evaluates quality assurance processes by examining systems, measures, and statistical techniques. It ensures process optimization, TPM tool utilization, successful glass chemistry, waste reduction, and the implementation of engineering solutions for long-term proactive success. This position is a member of the Plant Natural Leadership Team (NLT). Jackson is part of Owens Corning’s North America Nonwovens business and manufactures glass reinforcements and non-woven building materials used to create a diverse platform of components. The plant has 5 salaried and 5 hourly direct reports and 8 hourly indirect reports, with a total of 220 employees. Reports to:
Plant Leader, Jackson Plant Span of control:
(5) Process Engineers
Benefits of Working at Owens Corning
68 Consecutive years as a Fortune 500 Company $9.7 Billion in 2023 Sales Revenue Presence in 30 Countries with 18,000 employees Health and Wellness Opportunities Adoption and Family Assistance - OC assists with adoption and surrogacy financial support Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP): U.S. employees can purchase OC stock at a 15 percent discount every six months Parental leave: Four weeks of paid time off for all new parents at birth or adoption Rebate program for purchases of OC products for new construction or home improvement (up to $2,000 every four years)
Responsibilities Lead safety and security for an injury-free work environment Ensure a culture that enables a safe and secure work environment for all employees, contractors, and visitors. Demonstrate passion and care for people and lead from a safety-focused perspective aligned with business objectives. Ensure control plans, work instructions, and procedures related to the technical operation of the production lines protect employee safety. Maintain a clear and effective measurement system to drive results; reward and celebrate safe behavior and achievements; ensure accountability.
Support the facility through a Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) operating system Aim for zero injuries, zero defects, and zero losses.
Know the business and our customers Ensure customer satisfaction is paramount in designing, implementing, and maintaining processes and quality systems. Identify, understand, and teach others the critical product characteristics required to deliver a quality product. Develop and implement procedures and systems to ensure products consistently meet or exceed customer expectations. Support experiments or trials for new and existing products to ensure they meet customer fitness for use. Investigate all customer complaints, determine root causes, implement corrective actions, and communicate with the customer.
Technical Excellence and Process Optimization Identify, lead, and implement process development improvements using TPM methodologies. Lead Focused Improvement (FI) Pillar to provide direction for process improvement projects. Participate in scoping and execution of major projects to meet safety, performance, schedule, and cost goals using EM principles and MOC. Set clear, measurable expectations aligned with plant goals; proactively analyze and manage performance metrics. Share accountability for the plant operating plan with other plant leaders and communicate objectives to drive results. Understand customer requirements and the relationship to plant process variables to ensure products meet Fit For Use. Develop, evaluate, improve, and document manufacturing processes/controls using TPM methodology. Develop and meet milestones; collaborate with all levels; contribute technically to process solutions. Apply statistical methods/data analytics to estimate future manufacturing needs. Coordinate and utilize OC NW Center of Excellence (COE) for sharing best practices and technical expertise.
Lead and Develop Talent Create an environment where talent is developed and potential is realized. Foster a positive, diverse, and collaborative environment; support talent reviews and development for sustained success. Assist the Plant Leader with other duties as required.
Development and Execution of Strategy Develop scope and budget for growth initiatives; analyze investment risks and mitigate accordingly. Lead contracting and execution strategy for large/complex CAPEX projects; identify and evaluate new technologies. Champion environmentally friendly production processes and cost-effective manufacturing to stay competitive.
Job Requirements
Education Bachelor’s Degree required in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline. Experience 7–10 years of progressive technical experience in a manufacturing environment. Experience leading or participating in cross-functional teams outside manufacturing. History of hiring, developing, and promoting talent within the organization. Industry Experience Experience meeting customer demands; experience in automotive, electronics, or bulk industries is relevant. Knowledge and Skills Deep knowledge of technical processes, production lines, and their products. Understanding asset productivity and the value of current and future assets to the business. Use data and data collection systems and Six Sigma methods for problem-solving and decision-making to reduce losses and costs. Create and implement strategic and operational plans; translate strategies into actionable goals; monitor progress with measurements; adapt plans as needed. Customer-oriented with external perspective; focus on creating value for customers. Able to achieve results quickly, both individually and through teams.
Travel: Must be able to travel up to 5% of the time.
This job description does not state or imply that these are the only duties to be performed. The employee will perform other job-related duties as requested. The description excludes marginal functions incidental to the performance of fundamental duties and may be modified to accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to health or safety. These 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.
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 and global reach with more than 25,000 employees in 31 countries. Founded in 1938 and based in Toledo, Ohio, 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.
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The
Technical Engineering & Quality Leader
is responsible for leading process optimization efforts while managing a team of engineering salaried direct reports and taking organizational responsibility for multi-process focus to maximize productivity. This role creates plans, strategizes, and evaluates quality assurance processes by examining systems, measures, and statistical techniques. It ensures process optimization, TPM tool utilization, successful glass chemistry, waste reduction, and the implementation of engineering solutions for long-term proactive success. This position is a member of the Plant Natural Leadership Team (NLT). Jackson is part of Owens Corning’s North America Nonwovens business and manufactures glass reinforcements and non-woven building materials used to create a diverse platform of components. The plant has 5 salaried and 5 hourly direct reports and 8 hourly indirect reports, with a total of 220 employees. Reports to:
Plant Leader, Jackson Plant Span of control:
(5) Process Engineers
Benefits of Working at Owens Corning
68 Consecutive years as a Fortune 500 Company $9.7 Billion in 2023 Sales Revenue Presence in 30 Countries with 18,000 employees Health and Wellness Opportunities Adoption and Family Assistance - OC assists with adoption and surrogacy financial support Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP): U.S. employees can purchase OC stock at a 15 percent discount every six months Parental leave: Four weeks of paid time off for all new parents at birth or adoption Rebate program for purchases of OC products for new construction or home improvement (up to $2,000 every four years)
Responsibilities Lead safety and security for an injury-free work environment Ensure a culture that enables a safe and secure work environment for all employees, contractors, and visitors. Demonstrate passion and care for people and lead from a safety-focused perspective aligned with business objectives. Ensure control plans, work instructions, and procedures related to the technical operation of the production lines protect employee safety. Maintain a clear and effective measurement system to drive results; reward and celebrate safe behavior and achievements; ensure accountability.
Support the facility through a Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) operating system Aim for zero injuries, zero defects, and zero losses.
Know the business and our customers Ensure customer satisfaction is paramount in designing, implementing, and maintaining processes and quality systems. Identify, understand, and teach others the critical product characteristics required to deliver a quality product. Develop and implement procedures and systems to ensure products consistently meet or exceed customer expectations. Support experiments or trials for new and existing products to ensure they meet customer fitness for use. Investigate all customer complaints, determine root causes, implement corrective actions, and communicate with the customer.
Technical Excellence and Process Optimization Identify, lead, and implement process development improvements using TPM methodologies. Lead Focused Improvement (FI) Pillar to provide direction for process improvement projects. Participate in scoping and execution of major projects to meet safety, performance, schedule, and cost goals using EM principles and MOC. Set clear, measurable expectations aligned with plant goals; proactively analyze and manage performance metrics. Share accountability for the plant operating plan with other plant leaders and communicate objectives to drive results. Understand customer requirements and the relationship to plant process variables to ensure products meet Fit For Use. Develop, evaluate, improve, and document manufacturing processes/controls using TPM methodology. Develop and meet milestones; collaborate with all levels; contribute technically to process solutions. Apply statistical methods/data analytics to estimate future manufacturing needs. Coordinate and utilize OC NW Center of Excellence (COE) for sharing best practices and technical expertise.
Lead and Develop Talent Create an environment where talent is developed and potential is realized. Foster a positive, diverse, and collaborative environment; support talent reviews and development for sustained success. Assist the Plant Leader with other duties as required.
Development and Execution of Strategy Develop scope and budget for growth initiatives; analyze investment risks and mitigate accordingly. Lead contracting and execution strategy for large/complex CAPEX projects; identify and evaluate new technologies. Champion environmentally friendly production processes and cost-effective manufacturing to stay competitive.
Job Requirements
Education Bachelor’s Degree required in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline. Experience 7–10 years of progressive technical experience in a manufacturing environment. Experience leading or participating in cross-functional teams outside manufacturing. History of hiring, developing, and promoting talent within the organization. Industry Experience Experience meeting customer demands; experience in automotive, electronics, or bulk industries is relevant. Knowledge and Skills Deep knowledge of technical processes, production lines, and their products. Understanding asset productivity and the value of current and future assets to the business. Use data and data collection systems and Six Sigma methods for problem-solving and decision-making to reduce losses and costs. Create and implement strategic and operational plans; translate strategies into actionable goals; monitor progress with measurements; adapt plans as needed. Customer-oriented with external perspective; focus on creating value for customers. Able to achieve results quickly, both individually and through teams.
Travel: Must be able to travel up to 5% of the time.
This job description does not state or imply that these are the only duties to be performed. The employee will perform other job-related duties as requested. The description excludes marginal functions incidental to the performance of fundamental duties and may be modified to accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to health or safety. These 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.
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 and global reach with more than 25,000 employees in 31 countries. Founded in 1938 and based in Toledo, Ohio, 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.
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