202 Owens Corning jobs in the United States

Job Description

Machine or Hand Glass Cutter

Position Summary

The glass department is responsible for cutting and packaging of glass parts and PVC parts. The overall objective of this position is to cut class and operate pallet jacks and forklift machinery as well as to make boxes, put correct parts in box, place glass in box, seal box, palletize and take them to shipping for order pullers.

Essential Accountabilities

• Increase production by:

• Efficiently running the glass machine

• Safely operating pallet jacks, forklift machinery, and hand cutting glass with patterns

• Setting up fiberglass pallets and gaylords

• Foster interdepartmental communication and collaborations with other employees

• Maintaining inventory of component stock lines

• Other duties and assignments as required

Qualifications

Education/Certifications

• High School Diploma/GED

• Forklift license preferred

Experience

• 1-2 years of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Intrapersonal Skills - Self-motivated and able to identify, examine, and resolve issues independently from others. Hold a strong regard for guidelines, procedures and integrity.

• Production and Processing — Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.

• Mechanical - Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, and maintenance. Tools include: forklift, fiberglass machine, stapler, tape gun, pallet jack, utility knife, and box closing tape machine.

• Verbal & Written Communication Skills – This position requires basic skills (Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.)

• Math Skills – This position requires minimal skills (add, subtract, etc.)

• Active Listening — Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.

• Monitoring — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.

• Social Perceptiveness — Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

• Time Management — Managing one's own time and the time of others to complete production schedule.

• Originality — The ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situation, or to develop creative ways to solve a problem.

• Customer & Service Orientation – Actively looking for ways to help people.

• Instructing — Teaching others how to do something.

Physical Demands/Working Conditions

Physical Requirement: Must have ability to lift and carry up to 20-30 lbs (glass cutter). Employee must be able to sit, climb or balance, hear, use hands, stoop, kneel, crouch, stand, walk, talk, and reach with hands and arms.

Working Conditions: Duties performed in a manufacturing plant environment: can be high heat, high humidity, exposure to airborne particles. Need to be able to tolerate contact with fiberglass.

Hours: Shifts vary and last 8 hours. Overtime required as needed.

We are an trusted supplier of lumber and building materials, committed to delivering quality products and exceptional service to contractors, builders, and developers. With a strong team in place, we provide the resources and support to help you grow your career in a fast-paced and rewarding environment.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a detail-oriented Estimator to join our team in Portland. This role will be responsible for performing accurate takeoffs and providing clear, competitive estimates for lumber and exterior building products. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working from construction plans, collaborating with sales teams and customers, and utilizing technology to streamline the estimating process.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform material takeoffs for multifamily projects, including lumber, panels, siding, and hardware.
• Prepare accurate and timely estimates, material lists, and bid packages.
• Review and interpret architectural and structural plans for completeness and accuracy.
• Partner with sales staff, project managers, and customers to ensure estimates meet project requirements.
• Utilize estimating software (Planswift strongly preferred) to streamline takeoffs and ensure precision.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of current material pricing, availability, and industry standards.
• Support process improvements to increase efficiency and consistency in estimating.

• Proven experience estimating for multifamily construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of lumber, panels, siding, and related hardware.
• Ability to read and interpret architectural and structural drawings.
• Proficiency with Planswift or similar estimating/takeoff software.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills for collaborating with internal teams and customers.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for career growth within an established, reputable company.
• A collaborative, team-focused work environment.

• Assist with material takeoffs from construction drawings and project plans.
• Prepare and review estimates and material lists for lumber and building materials.
• Learn and apply estimating software (Planswift strongly preferred or Bluebeam ).
• Work with sales staff, project managers, and customers to ensure estimates meet project needs.
• Support senior estimators and gain exposure to best practices in estimating.
• Stay organized with project files, ensuring accuracy in quantities and pricing.

• 1-5 years of experience in estimating, construction supply, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of or interest in lumber and construction methods.
• Ability to read and interpret basic construction drawings.
• Familiarity with estimating/takeoff software.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Strong math skills, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn.
• Team-oriented mindset with good communication skills.

• Competitive pay with opportunities for career advancement.
• Training and mentorship from experienced professionals.
• Full benefits package including health, dental, vision, and retirement plan.
• A collaborative, team-focused environment within a stable, established company.

Job DescriptionJob Description

Job Title: Junior Estimator – Lumber & Building Materials

Location: Minneapolis, MN (In-Office Position)

About the Company:

We are a well-established supplier of lumber and building materials with a strong presence in the Minneapolis market. Known for reliability, quality, and service, we partner with builders and developers on a wide range of projects. Our team is committed to supporting growth and providing the tools and mentorship for employees to succeed in their careers.

Position Overview:

We’re looking for a Junior Estimator to join our Minneapolis team. This is an in-office position where you’ll help with takeoffs and estimating for residential and multifamily projects, with a focus on lumber and related building materials. This opportunity is ideal for someone early in their career who wants to learn, grow, and contribute within a supportive and experienced team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with material takeoffs from construction drawings and project plans.
• Prepare and review estimates and material lists for lumber and building materials.
• Learn and apply estimating software (Planswift strongly or Bluebeam ).
• Work with sales staff, project managers, and customers to ensure estimates meet project needs.
• Support senior estimators and gain exposure to best practices in estimating.
• Stay organized with project files, ensuring accuracy in quantities and pricing.

Qualifications:

• 1–5 years of experience in estimating, construction supply, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of or interest in lumber and construction methods.
• Ability to read and interpret basic construction drawings.
• Familiarity with estimating/takeoff software.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Strong math skills, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn.
• Team-oriented mindset with good communication skills.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay with opportunities for career advancement.
• Training and mentorship from experienced professionals.
• Full benefits package including health, dental, vision, and retirement plan.
• A collaborative, team-focused environment within a stable, established company.

Job Description

Structural Component Systems, Inc. of Fremont, NE is actively seeking a full-time Senior Estimator to estimate loose material/wholesale material orders on various projects, but primarily complex, commercial/multi-family projects. This exempt-level position works in our Omaha, Nebraska or Grimes, Iowa office with typical hours Monday - Friday, 45 average hours/week. Candidates with knowledge of the construction industry and past loose material estimating or similar experience is required.

We also offer our employees great benefits and perks including health, dental, & life insurance, a 401(k) option, an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, and a casual dress code. If you're passionate about your work and looking to build your career, keep reading!

ABOUT STRUCTURAL COMPONENT SYSTEMS, INC. (SCS)

Structural Component Systems, Inc. (SCS) is a 100% employee-owned company that has been a part of the building industry in the Midwest since 1987. SCS designs and manufactures roof and floor trusses, wall panels, and engineered wood products to provide quality shelter for our nation's homes, businesses, and gathering places.

We value and invest in all 550+ employees. For your hard work and dedication, we offer competitive compensation, great benefits, and amazing, diverse company culture comprised of a rewarding and fun work environment where everyone is considered family.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A BUILDING MATERIALS COORDINATOR

This role is critical to navigating successful projects in Structural Component Systems, Inc.'s large project format. This person will be responsible for full-project coordinating on loose material orders on any project over $100,000.00 in sales. Accuracy and speed in creating complete estimates is critical to ensure customer satisfaction and project profitability.

Job Title: Building Materials Coordinator

Reports To : Building Materials Coordinating Manager

Office in Omaha, NE or Grimes, IA.

Remote possible for highly experienced candidates in the wood component estimating/project coordinating field.

Job Overview: This role is critical to navigating successful projects in Structural Component System, Inc.'s large project format. This person will be responsible for entering and managing loose material orders on any size of commercial project (Retail, Lodging, Office, Industrial, Medical and/or Multifamily). Optimization of loose material estimates, checking in on material status/needs on projects and trouble-shooting with framers/customers will be mostly everyday tasks. Success in this role creates satisfied customers who have what they need when they need it. It also limit's unnecessary deliveries to the job site and large material returns.

Responsibilities & Duties: (This may include some or all of the following activities.)

• Review plans to identify both specified and non-specified material requirements.
• Identify possible substitutions and/or value engineering opportunities.
• Coordinate material issues with the PM, purchasing and sales staff as needed.
  • Accounting (i.e. reconciling of materials and costs, budgets)
• Convert loose material estimates into loose material orders.
  • Communication and coordination within and between departments
• Maintain detailed records and reports of related job information for each project.
• Strive for efficient, accurate and economical resolutions of customer service issues.
• Review project documents for cost impact (ASI's, PR's, Addenda, Etc.).
• Work with management and peers to continually improve processes and procedures.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent. AS/BS degree preferred. Similar experience will be considered.
• 2+ years of wood construction estimating/coordinating experience REQUIRED.
• Read and interpret construction documents (i.e. Structural and Architectural plans, project SPECS, estimates, etc.)
• Broad knowledge of framing materials and practices is preferred with a willingness to learn new products.
• Capability to multi-task, prioritize tasks and work under tight deadlines
• Efficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Programs (i.e. Outlook, Word and Excel).
• Excellent organizational skills and detail oriented.
• Able to work independently, as a team player, supporting company goals and objectives in a professional manner.
• Estimating/design software experience (e.g. Mitek, Timberline, PlanSwift, or Epicor PE).
• Experience in an ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) System (e.g. BisTrack or Agility)
• Able to work effectively and productively with others at all organizational levels, as well as with the public.
• Present information in a clear, logical and insightful manner.

Physical Requirements:

• Sit/stand at a desk for prolonged periods of time
• Speak and hear, both in person and by telephone
• Use hands repetitively to type, handle, feel and operate standard office equipment
• Reach with arms and hands

Work Environment:

• Open office setting with occasional distractions
• Fun company culture
• Reasonable expectation of 45-50 hours per week (typical work hours 7:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday Friday).
  • Evening and Weekend phone calls and their resulting required computer work are a possibility
• Flexible schedule adjustments as long as work is being completed
• Note: This is not a comprehensive list of all activities, duties or responsibilities. They may change and/or tasks may be added, or removed, at the discretion of the Commercial Project Manager.