Extrusion Process Technician
Owens Corning · Tallmadge, OH
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Process
- Degree
- Required (or equivalent experience)
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level process role at Owens Corning (industrial) in Tallmadge, OH.
- They ask for
- 5+ years · degree required (or equivalent experience)
- Tools it names
- Lean, Kaizen, 5S, Root cause, Extrusion
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Manufacturing Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $60k–$91k.
Median of the low and high ends of 52 live postings that list pay, out of 947 manufacturing technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 135 other live process postings in the US.
- Experience asked
- More than usual (5+ vs 3+)
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Team leadership 36%
- ✓ Root cause 22%
- Tooling 21%
- Injection molding 21%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Kaizen, Extrusion, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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This plant: Owens Corning in Tallmadge
1 other open role at this site.
- Electrical Maintenance Technician · Reliability · Technician
Full description from Owens CorningAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Key responsibilities
- ◆Troubleshoot and resolve process, quality, and production issues
- ◆Identify root causes using structured problem-solving methodologies.
- ◆Analyze process and production data to improve performance.
- ◆Optimize process parameters to increase efficiency and consistency.
- ◆Lead continuous improvement (CI) projects that reduce waste and improve results.
- ◆Partner with production, maintenance, and quality teams to implement solutions.
- ◆Improve safety, quality, throughput, reliability, and manufacturing performance.
- ◆Train and coach operators on process improvements and best practices.
Required qualifications
- ✓Minimum 5+ years of Process Technician experience supporting manufacturing operations through process troubleshooting, performance optimization, and continuous improvement.
- ✓Proven ability to analyze process data, identify root causes, implement sustainable corrective actions, and lead initiatives that improve safety, quality, throughput, reliability, and overall operational excellence.
- ✓Strong technical knowledge of manufacturing processes, operating parameters, materials, equipment, controls, and manufacturing systems .
- ✓Experience developing, improving, and standardizing operating procedures (SOPs), process controls, and best practices to support consistent operational performance.
- ✓Ability to train, coach, influence, and collaborate effectively with Production, Maintenance, and Quality teams.
- ✓Effective communication and technical leadership skills, with the ability to drive operational improvements and achieve results without direct supervision.
Essential physical requirements/work environment
- ✓Work in hot/cold manufacturing environment.
- ✓Ability to work overtime or adjust schedule as necessary for observation and communication with other shifts
Required
- ✓High School Diploma or GED
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Purpose of the job
The Extrusion Process Technician is not a traditional Extrusion Operator role. This position is responsible for troubleshooting manufacturing process issues, identifying root causes, optimizing operations, and leading continuous improvement initiatives that improve safety, quality, productivity, and reliability. The successful candidate will use hands-on manufacturing experience, data analysis, and problem-solving skills to improve process performance, reduce waste, eliminate recurring issues, and drive sustainable operational results. This role is ideal for individuals who enjoy solving complex manufacturing challenges, improving processes, leading improvement projects, and working cross-functionally to deliver measurable business results.
Reports to : Process & Quality Leader
Span of Control : No direct reports
Hourly Rate: $30.00/hour
Shift: 8 hours
6:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Work Schedule
Monday – Friday
Overtime as needed
Sign-On Bonus
$1,000 Sign-On Bonus
- •$500 paid after 90 days of employment.
- •$500 paid after 180 days of employment.
Benefits eligible on first day of employment!
- •Quarterly VIP Bonus Program
- •Multiple comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription plan options
- •Healthy Living Incentives and Rewards Programs
- •Paid Time Off (PTO)
- •401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match up to 6%.
- •Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- •Company-Paid Basic Life Insurance
- •Company-Paid Short-Term Disability Coverage
- •Weekly Pay
JOB
Extrusion process technicians
This position functions as a key technical leadership role without direct reports within the manufacturing operation. Requires strong process optimization expertise, advanced problem-solving abilities, and a continuous improvement mind and drives operational excellence throughout the plant identing root causes, implement sustainable solutions, optimize process performance, and support plant-wide operational excellence initiative s.
Safety compliance
Safety is a fundamental responsibility of this role, requiring strict adherence to safety standards, accurate documentation, active participation in safety initiatives and investigations, and a commitment to fostering a safe, continuous improvement culture.
Preferred qualifictions
- +Experience in related extrusion manufacturing ,plastics, film, sheet, or foam,
- +Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, or Continuous Improvement experience.
- +Technical degree, certification, or equivalent manufacturing experience.
Preferred
- +Tech III Certification