PURPOSE OF THE JOBThe purpose of the Complex Leader is to drive plant performance through managing safety, environment, talent, costs, and quality within the respective area that he/she is assigned to. The Complex Leader is accountable for providing support for our 24/7 manufacturing operation, shift leaders and associated processes. In addition, the individual in this position helps to implement organizational strategies, standards and practices enrolling employees to achieve the Plant's business strategy and deliver results.Reports to: Operations LeaderJOB RESPONSIBILITIES1. Live the safety stand
Ensure a safe work environment through strict adherence to OC safety policies and procedures
Drive continuous improvement in the areas of safety and housekeeping
Know and communicate safety message with focus on developing zero injury culture
2. Manage Operations
Identify and drive continuous improvement efforts through standardized work to improve cost, grow year-over-year productivity and reduce quality related issues for our customers
Set clear and measurable performance expectations, in line with plant goals; communicating and ensuring results are achieved for self and direct reports
Proactively analyzes and manages all relative operations performance metrics making improvements to efficiencies, quality and cost
Assign and coordinate work in a manufacturing department to include supporting first line leaders
Operate with zero environmental non-conformities to applicable company, government and regulatory policies
Ensure the quality systems are utilized to provide a consistent product that meets manufacturing specifications
Ensure effective deployment of employee/labor relations practices (building strong partnership)
Ensure necessary resources are provided to area of responsibility such as manpower or technical expertise
Identify, develop, and implement standards to reduce loss
3. Talent Development / Employee Relations
Establish an engaged workforce characterized by mutual trust, open communications, teamwork, and recognition
Support and sustain a culture where talent is developed through effective performance management, talent evaluation and utilization of people
Maintain documentation, track, counsel and execute coaching and corrective action when performance issues occur
Ensure workforce is trained & certified to the respective job duties assigned
4. Customer
Partner with peers, manufacturing engineers, process engineers, etc. to clearly understand process and customers FFUs so Kansas City can meet/exceed customer expectations
JOB REQUIREMENTSMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Manufacturing experience with a proven track record of delivering sustainable results
Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or related discipline required
Experience leading people in a complex manufacturing environment
EXPERIENCE:
Experience leading in a Union environment
Six Sigma certification and Lean manufacturing experience preferred
A strong willingness to relocate in the future with OC
TPM experience preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Business and financial acumen
Ability to compile and utilize data and/or Six Sigma methods for problem-solving and decision-making to eliminate manufacturing losses and unnecessary costs
Creating and implementing strategic and operations plans
Leading and motivating peers, direct reports and primary workforce
Effective with verbal and written communication
Ability to lead cross functional teams to a common goal of continuous improvement
Ability to create actionable plans when given ambiguous objectives
Strong leadership competencies (Attention to detail, Sense of Urgency, Strong Execution, Initiative, Self Starter)
About Owens CorningOwens 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.
