Production Operator

Description

Introduction

At GAF Commercial we cover more than buildings. We cover each other. No matter what role, tenure, or department, under this roof you are helping to build the market leader in commercial roofing.

Under this roof, we are assembling a winning team that puts the customer at the center of every decision and doesn't back down from hard work.

Under this roof, we support one another in delivering operational excellence daily, while working to make a positive impact for our planet and our communities.

Becoming the market leader only happens when everyone feels they have the opportunity, and the support, to thrive. We are GAF.

And under this roof, we protect what matters most.

About GAF Valdosta, Georgia

Valdosta is a diverse, lively city in southern Georgia. Just miles from Florida, Valdosta is also only a few hours from Disney World or the beach, and is conveniently located between Jacksonville and Atlanta.

Team or Function Overview

Our world class company is growing our commercial business, and GAF is opening its newest state of the art TPO Commercial Roofing plant in Valdosta this summer.

Being part of a startup team is a fun and rewarding opportunity, so come to GAF and enjoy Valdosta’s lifestyle. There's never been a better time to join our company! At GAF, you won’t be just a number, you’ll be an essential employee in our newest plant.

Summary

The TPO Machine Technician earns $27 per hour and is responsible for producing high quality commercial roofing products at the Valdosta Plant through accuracy, timeliness and efficiency of all manufacturing processes.

The ideal candidate thrives in environments where safety, quality, service and cost are the highest priorities. Our employees support the managers and all plant staff to meet Valdosta’s operational goals and perform duties as assigned.

Employees will safely contribute to a highly motivated and positive environment.

Essential Duties

Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

• Practices incident and accident prevention and demonstrates safe behavior in all activities
• Troubleshoots work related issues while communicating with maintenance and shift leads
• Consistently monitors quality by checking production line performance, product specifications and production plans
• Performs minor maintenance duties and housekeeping throughout the shift
• Monitors finished product and reports any defects per plant specifications
• Prepares for shutdowns and product changes by completing shutdown / inventory check sheets
• Works safely to prevent on the job injuries by following LTV (Lock, Tag, Verify) procedures
• Packages and transports finished product to the warehouse
• Performs other duties as instructed by the Lead Technician and plant management team
• Maintains a positive working relationship with all plant employees and other business contacts
• Responsible for monitoring all process alarms by communicating and following up with appropriate action
• Uses process improvement tools to drive continuous improvement of the plant and business processes

Schedule

Our Valdosta team leaders will always do the best we can to confirm and communicate work schedules in advance. As a new location, employees hired will need to be flexible due to the nature of our startup operations and changes that may occur.

Currently, we’re planning :

• After commissioning in early 2024, the production schedule will be 3 or 4 days per week
• Employees will work 12 hour shifts rotating days to nights - frequency of rotation will be determined with employee input on preferences
• Weekends and later hours may be required during startup
• Overnight travel to other GAF plants may be required for training
• Business conditions will dictate future long term work schedules
• Within 1-2 years, the plant will run 24 / 7 and holidays and weekends will be required

Physical Demands

• Required to sit, stand, walk and use hands to grasp, handle or feel objects, tools and product samples
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus
• Required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel or crouch
• Ability to perform detailed testing processes in various process conditions
• Frequent use of eye, hand and finger coordination enabling the use of manufacturing equipment and machinery
• Ability to read and concentrate via computer data entry typing and proofreading
• Regularly lift and / or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds

Under This Roof, We Require

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required
• Minimum 2 years manufacturing experience required

Under This Roof, We Also Value

• Knowledge of manufacturing concepts, safety practices and procedures
• Positive attitude, ability to adapt, manage stress and contribute to a team environment
• Ability to communicate, both written, and orally, in English is required
• The Valdosta site is a tobacco and e-cigarette free facility; any exceptions will be addressed on site
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve production challenges
• Basic proficiency in Google Suite, including email and shared drives
• Math Skills - Ability to measure, add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals

How We Protect What Matters Most

• We offer a wide range of health insurance options that include medical, dental, and vision for you and your family.
• Our Family-Building benefits support the many different journeys to fertility and parenthood.
• Our robust 401K plan includes an employer match contribution with your pre-tax and / or Roth contributions.
• Other exciting programs and perks are available to help employees achieve work-life balance, including (but not limited to) a wellness program, free financial coaching, a referral program, and product rebates when purchased for an employee’s primary residence.
• Professional growth and development are very important to us! We offer internal training programs and courses, as well as a generous tuition reimbursement program.
• We put diversity and inclusion into action with our Employee Resource Groups, which unite employees based on common perspectives, identities, demographic factors, or out of a desire to be an ally.

GAF complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities.