Lab Technician II

GAF Materials Corp.; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K plan

Wellness program

Referral program

Product rebates

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

GAF Materials Corp. is seeking a quality technician to perform various quality systems and testing activities in a manufacturing environment. The role supports raw material and process fluid testing, quality audits, plant trials, and lab maintenance to ensure product conformance.

The position emphasizes real-time quality reviews, reporting, and collaboration with production operators and leaders to maintain safety and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or GED with a minimum of 2+ years of relevant experience.
• Associate’s Degree in Science or Engineering coupled with 2+ years of demonstrated experience as a lab technician in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Review real-time quality data and generate reports for performance tracking.
• Perform chemical and physical property tests on materials.
• Audit lab and manufacturing processes to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Maintain the plant MSDS database and calibrations for lab equipment.
• Coordinate documentation and testing of customer complaint material and production line off-quality issues.
• Assist in plant trials and process-improvement activities.

Education

H.S. Diploma or GED

Associate’s Degree in Science or Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Science or Engineering

Tools

MS Operating Systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

At GAF, we cover more than just buildings. We cover each other. Under this roof, you will have the tools and resources you need to grow and develop in your career. You will experience our incredible culture and will be empowered to support your teammates, your customers, and especially your community. Under this roof, we define the future while leading the present through our deep well of experience and our responsibility to the future to drive improvements and innovation in our products. We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most.

Job Summary

Technician will perform various quality systems and testing activities for manufacturing operation, including raw material and process fluid testing, quality audits, plant trials, and quality lab maintenance and organization.

Essential Duties

• Review real-time quality
• Generate reports
• Perform chemical and physical property tests
• Communicate with production operators and leaders
• Audit lab and manufacturing processes
• Maintain the plant MSDS database
• Order routine lab supplies
• Maintain lab calibrations and documentation
• Assure all activities are performed safely
• Routine testing of manufacturing fluids and critical raw materials
• Coordinate documentation, investigation, and testing of customer complaint material and other production line off-quality issues
• Conduct routine audits of identified production activities and finished goods to monitor performance of plant quality systems
• Specify, procure, and maintain all quality lab operating supplies
• Maintain hardcopy and electronic MSDSs for the plant
• Conduct and coordinate calibration and maintenance of quality lab testing equipment
• Conduct required test instrument measurement studies
• Create and maintain filing system for identified shift production reports
• Generate required reports for product and quality system performance
• Assist in the design and execution of plant trials and other experiments
• Actively participate in process-improvement activities
• Utilize and maintain various computer-based programs to store and analyze process and product data for degree of stability and conformance to standards
• Conduct environmental water sampling monthly
• Conduct plant chlorine water sampling daily
• Conduct state water sampling quarterly
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required

• H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) with a minimum of 2+ years of relevant experience
• Associate’s Degree in Science or Engineering coupled with 2+ years of demonstrated experience as a lab technician in a manufacturing environment

Preferred

• Bachelor’s Degree in Science or Engineering coupled with 2+ years of demonstrated experience as a lab technician in a manufacturing environment
• General Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Intermediate communication skills Technical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Stress Tolerance Decision Making Communication MS Operating Systems Microsoft Office

Physical Demands

• Stationary Position - Frequently Move/Traverse - Frequently
• Stationary Position/Seated - Occasionally
• Transport/Lifting - Frequently
• Transport/Carrying - Frequently
• Exerting Force/Pushing - Frequently
• Exerting Force/Pulling - Frequently
• Ascend/Descend - Frequently
• Balancing - Occasionally
• Position Self/Stooping - Frequently
• Position Self/Kneeling - Frequently
• Position Self/Crouching - Frequently
• Position Self/Crawling - Frequently
• Reaching - Constantly
• Handling - Constantly
• Grasping - Frequently
• Feeling - Rarely
• Communicate/Talking - Occasionally
• Communicate/Hearing - Frequently
• Repetitive Motions - Frequently
• Coordination - Frequently

Working Conditions

• Extreme cold - Frequently
• Extreme heat - Frequently
• Humid - Frequently
• Wet - Frequently
• Noise - Frequently
• Hazards - Frequently
• Temperature Change - Frequently
• Vibration - Frequently

Base salary and/or rate of pay ranges listed are exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. Individual compensation offers will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to geographic location, relevant candidate experience and skill, education, and/or qualifications. Base Salary Range: $52,000-$71,500

How We Protect What Matters Most

1. We offer a wide range of health insurance options that include medical, dental, and vision for you and your family.
2. Our Family-Building benefits support the many different journeys to fertility and parenthood.
3. Our robust 401K plan includes an employer match contribution with your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions.
4. 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.
5. Professional growth and development are very important to us! We offer internal training programs and courses, as well as a generous tuition reimbursement program.
6. We're committed to fostering a culture that reflects our values to connect, empower, evolve, and inspire. We offer many opportunities for employees to connect with one another, including through our Employee Resource Groups who focus on education and allyship for all of our employees.

GAF complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR Services at 833-HR-XPERT.

We believe our employees are our greatest resource. We offer competitive salary, benefits, 401k, and vacation packages for all full time permanent positions. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.

We are committed to equal employment opportunity on the basis of each candidate's qualifications, experience, and merit, without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status.

If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.

If applying for positions in the U.S., must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer sponsored visa (work permit).

Privacy Notice

With 130+ years in the industry, GAF is the leading roofing manufacturer in North America. As a member of the Standard Industries family of companies, we are also part of the largest roofing and waterproofing business in the world. Our communities help give our work meaning and the products we manufacture help protect what matters most. The shingles help to shelter the families living in the homes in our towns. The TPO helps protect what is under that hospital’s roof. In addition to quality products, we make sure they are installed by quality craftsmen and women. The full GAF portfolio of solutions is supported by an extensive national network of factory-certified contractors. GAF continues to be the leader in quality and offers comprehensive warranty protection on its products and systems. Our success is driven by a commitment to empowering our people to deliver advanced quality and purposeful innovation and the desire to protect what matters most.