Manufacturing Leadership Program

Manufacturing Leadership Program

Locations: On Site – Hällekis (Sweden); Tessenderlo (Belgium); Vilnius (Lithuania), Bruggen (Germany), Apeldoorn (The Netherlands)

Function: Manufacturing

Audience: Almost or recently graduated from University with a maximum of 1-2 years after graduation

Join our market leading, innovative company making the world a better place as we improve the automotive, marine, building & construction, wind & aviation industries, in becoming more sustainable for a better future. Our products help to reducing our customers carbon footprint and reducing fossil fuel energy consumption.

At Owens Corning it’s our people that make the difference. We foster an inclusive environment where all Owens Corning employees are heard and appreciated for the value each distinct voice brings to the team. Each employee can share their unique perspectives, learn from one another, and maximize the potential of a global workplace.

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

Operations Leadership Program (OLP) is a 24-30-months management trainee program at one of our Owens Corning manufacturing plants for production, technical and leadership training. During this time participants will be mentored by seasoned technical, operations, and maintenance professionals. Within our Operations Leadership Program we are looking for candidates who will either be part of our Manufacturing Leadership Program (MLP) or Maintanance Manufacturing Leadership Program (MMLP) in either one of our European Owens Corning plants in Belgium, The Netherlands, Sweden, Germany and Lithuania. Participants will be challenged by various leadership opportunities, found in a manufacturing environment such as:

Safety leadership

Supervisory Leadership

Process and product technologies

Operational systems and management

Maintenance planning activities

Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) methodologies

In addition, you will develop the following skills necessary to be an effective manufacturing leader:

Troubleshoot and problem sovle designs, materials, and/or processes

Leverage analytics & data-based decision making

Enhance leadership capabilities and lead teams

Effectively communicate and elevate performance of self and others

Strengthen technical expertise

Understand customer-driven focus

At the conclusion of the MLP & MMLP, you are offered a full-time assignment as a Supervisor/Leader/Engineer at a European Owens Corning manufacturing plant.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

Seeking an enthusiastic candidate who will take initiative to drive results, execute goals, and creatively navigate through tasks.

Demonstrates a desire to develop technical and leadership capabilities, in a manufacturing environment, while furthering their career and long-term impact on Owens Corning.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree (or close to graduation) in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or relevant

Previous relevant internships / apprentinceship, preferably in a manufacturing environment

Demonstrated leadership in professional, service, social, or student organizations

Fluent in English, both spoken as written

An additional language like Dutch, French, Swedish, German or Lithuanian is an advantage

Willingness to travel and the flexibility to temporary relocate (during rotations)

About Owens Corning

Owens Corning is a global building and construction materials leader committed to building a sustainable future through material innovation. Our three integrated businesses – Roofing, Insulation, and Composites – provide durable, sustainable, energy-efficient solutions that leverage our unique material science, manufacturing, and market knowledge to help our customers win and grow. We are global in scope, human in scale with approximately 18,000 employees in 30 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 2023 sales of $9.7 billion. For more information, visit

Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer.