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Operator Helper

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Owens Corning

Kearny, NJ (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 03/16/2026 (Updated 3 weeks ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 5/27/2026

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Operator Helper Kearny, NJ Job Details 16 hours ago Qualifications Computer operation Maintaining an organized workspace Process optimization Computer literacy Defect rate reduction Safety regulations Basic math Unloading Environmental compliance Equipment troubleshooting English Forklift Administrative experience High school diploma or GED Continuous improvement Decision making Data entry Workplace health and safety regulatory compliance Environmental regulatory compliance Clean workspace maintenance Production records Boiler License Manufacturing company experience Communication skills Mechanical knowledge Boiler operation Entry level
Full Job Description Hiring Manager:
Brandon Coulter HR Rep:
Heather Stoveken SUMMARY The purpose of the Operator Helper is to provide assistance as needed to the Operators in the asphalt production process. Good mechanical skills, basic computer skills (training available) and good team communication skills are required by the job. This job requires excellent self-direction working alone or in small teams with little direct supervision.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
Notify your supervisor immediately of any accident, near miss or on- the -job injury when it occurs no matter how insignificant it may seem. Take personal ownership to work safely each day and hold other team members to the same high standards of safety. Strive to maintain TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) goals of zero losses, zero accidents, zero defects Fix unsafe conditions and report them immediately to supervisor. Certify and operate in all of the following areas: Truck Loading and Unloading and Boiler Incinerator. Required to train and obtain a Boiler Operator License from the State of New Jersey. Perform the administrative tracking tasks of data entry, BOL processing, production entry, receiving, and general organization. Be able to climb up to three floors of stairs, read panel displays, use operations manuals for troubleshooting, use full upper body movement for process, stand up to 12 hours with breaks. Become certified to operate a forklift. Attend and participate in meetings and training. Participate in projects and collaborate with Maintenance to facilitate equipment repairs. Know and follow all plant environmental control policies and procedures. Meet team expectations such as reliability, teamwork, and process improvement. Maintain and improve productivity teamwork, quality, and safety. Complies with good housekeeping practice on the job. Follows all environmental compliance polices & programs. Comply with all plant rules. Comply with safety regulations and maintain a clean and orderly work area. Regular Attendance on site and ability to rotate to varying shifts. Engages in TPM Activities, supporting in plant initiatives. Actively leads and improves TPM processes. The involvement in TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) is mandatory. This is a system by which we improve our everyday processes and quality of work. Encourages new ideas to create best practices. Supports pillar progress and addresses issues by submitting TPM tags ensuring continued progress for the plant All other duties as assigned or needed.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Effective communication skills Accountability and ownership for actions Able to think under pressure and make quick decisions. Ability to work well in a team or alone. Able to communicate in English. Ability to read a tape measure and do basic math.
COMPUTER AND SOFTWARE COMPENTENCIES
The employee must be able to operate a computer or other keyboard instrument.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
High School Diploma or GED Equivalent Manufacturing or Asphalt production experience is a plus. Forklift knowledge useful.
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
Ability to stand for 10 - 12 hours straight. Able to climb and descend stairs for up to 12 hours continuously. Lift and push and pull 50lbs. More than one hundred times per day Able to do repetitive hand, arm, leg movements for 12 hours. Must be able to squat, bend at the waist and knees freely. Exposure to temperature extremes Exposure to sounds or noise levels that may be uncomfortable. Bending and twisting Handle, control or feel objects, tools, or control. Repetitive movements Able to climb on and off a forklift 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.

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