Machine Operator - TPO

GAF; Mount Vernon (IN); On-site; USD 39,630 - 56,443; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance options

401(k) plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement program

Wellness program

Free financial coaching

Employee Resource Groups

Job summary

GAF in Mount Vernon, Indiana is looking for a Machine Technician responsible for producing high-quality products in a manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate should have a solid foundation in safety practices and demonstrate effective communication with team members.

Applicants must possess an H.S. Diploma or GED and 1+ years of relevant experience. The position offers a competitive hourly rate of $34.87 and various health benefits, including programs that support work-life balance and professional development.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in a manufacturing or safety-sensitive role.
• Ability to respond to requests in a professional and timely manner.
• Strong mathematical skills to perform computations and interpret measurements.

Responsibilities

• Produce high-quality products consistently.
• Generate timely, consistent reports.
• Troubleshoot and solve production challenges.

Skills

Intermediate communication and interpersonal skills

Planning and organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)

Tools

Google Suite

Job description

Job Summary

The Machine Technician is responsible for producing high-quality products 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. The Machine Technician will perform various rotating duties related to all manufacturing operations, supporting managers and plant staff to meet operational goals. Employees will contribute to a highly motivated and positive environment. The Machine Technician must be familiar with all areas of the process, along with any off‑line equipment associated with the production line. All technicians are responsible for operating safely and monitoring product quality. This role will be in our commercial facility, making TPO products, working a rotating schedule across 1^st, 2^nd and 3^rd shift.

Essential Duties

• Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Assure all activities are performed safely.
• Produce high-quality products consistently.
• Generate timely, consistent reports.
• Communicate positively with co‑workers and leaders.

Qualifications Required

• H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.
• 1+ years of experience in a manufacturing or safety‑sensitive role.

General Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to respond to requests in a professional and timely manner.
• Demonstrated intermediate communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong planning, prioritization, organizational, and reporting skills.
• Independent problem‑solving skills.

Technical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to troubleshoot and solve production challenges.
• Intermediate proficiency in Google Suite.
• Familiar with standard manufacturing concepts, practices and procedures.
• Mathematical skills – ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals; ability to compute rate, ratio and percent and to read and interpret measurements.

Qualifications Preferred

• Experience in a fast‑paced, continuous process environment.

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.
• Climbing – frequently.

Working Conditions

• Extreme cold – frequently.
• Extreme heat – frequently.
• Humid – frequently.
• Wet – frequently.
• Noise – frequently.
• Hazards – frequently.
• Temperature change – frequently.
• Vibration – frequently.

Travel Requirements

May require occasional travel in connection to job duties as it relates to conferences, site visits, professional development or learning opportunities, etc. Advance notice of travel expectations/events will be provided.

Salary

Base hourly rate: $34.87

Benefits & Perks

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 401(k) 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 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’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.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Accommodations

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