Weekend Tajima Embroidery Machine Operator Jobs in Arkansas

BE PART OF OUR DIFFERENCE:

Owens Corning, global in scope - human in scale. We are an international company, with solid roots in Fort Smith, Arkansas, and we've got opportunities for a few dynamic people to join our local team.   

WHAT WE OFFER:

Competitive compensation, quarterly bonus plan, and a substantial benefits package including insurance (medical/dental/vision/life/disability/supplemental offerings), 401k (company contribution regardless of employee participation - plus match), paid time off (vacation and 11 holidays), Employee Assistance Services, Stock Purchase Program - and more.

Owens Corning Composites Division: Fort Smith Plant

Started Operations in 1985

Fort Smith team works 24/7 creating wet formed fiberglass mat that is used in further manufacturing processes, such as shingles.  Our new facility is nearing completion and has increased the size of our team, and another new production line is just starting construction. 

Join the Fort Smith Team now for future growth opportunities!

Fort Smith crews work 12 hours shift on a 2 week rotation with 3 Day Weekend every other week.

Week 1- 36 Hours: Monday; Thursday; Friday

Week 2- 48 Hours: Tuesday, Wednesday; Saturday; Sunday

Additionally, crews rotate between Day & Night Shift every 28 days allowing teams to have the best of both worlds and plan personal activities on Off Days.  

Team members perform any duty within level on a rotation basis; including general production support duties as directed by supervisor. Support production by doffing, inspects, weighs, labels, and packs Mat production.  Provide material handling to support production line. Salvages products from out of spec materials and ensures external quality of products salvaged. Performs general housekeeping and participates in downtime cleaning activities.  Bumps up and cross trains in higher levels as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Ensure personal safety, work in a safe manner, and support team members working safely.
• Ensure all customer's expectations are met as related to role
• Maintain a reliable and predictable processes
• Ensure all Quality Standards are met
• Participate in TPM, Total Productive Maintenance, process in plant.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Basic computer skills
• Safety and environmental awareness
• Customer focus
• Good communication skills
• Teamwork and rapport building skills

ENVIRONMENT:

• Eye and hearing protection are utilized in required areas. 
• The employee is exposed to heights, year around temperatures ranging from fifty to one hundred and ten degrees and moisture. 
• Air-Conditioned Control Rooms are available for operators
• Exposure to materials associated with fiberglass products such as binder and glass fibers.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Lift/carry/move up to 50 lbs. independently and heavier weights with assistance.
• Climb stairs, steps, and ladders, as well as work at heights on equipment, platforms, and walkways.
• Perform bending, squatting, kneeling, leaning, and reaching at both ground level and overhead.
• Ability to work extended hours as necessary
• Ability to work rotational 12 hour schedule; Every 28 Days rotate between days/nights.
• Able to Operate Computers & Computerized equipment for quality, safety and compliance testing and training.
• Communicate with co-workers face to face, by telephone, and electronic communications.
• Able to give and understand instructions and hold conversations in manufacturing environment, as well as an office or classroom setting.
• Possess manual dexterity necessary to operate equipment, operate a computer and other standard office equipment.
• Vision adequate to manipulate equipment controls, complete paperwork, utilize computers, and have depth perception.

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 2025 sales of $10.1 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.