Manufacturing Production Operator

GAF; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 33,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance options

Wellness program

Employee referral program

Product rebates for primary residence

Job summary

The GAF Baltimore Plant is seeking a Production Machine Operator to support the production line. Responsibilities include operating processing machinery, performing safety checks, quality verification, packaging, and forklift operation.

This role requires a High School Diploma or GED and at least 1 year of machine operating experience in a high-speed environment; willingness to work a 12-hour rotating shift schedule, 7 days a week.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1+ year(s) of machine operating experience in a high-speed process environment.
• Willingness and availability to work 7 days a week on a rotating shift schedule.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate processing machinery and equipment used to manufacture shingles.
• Perform equipment safety checks, shutdown, cleanup, and startup procedures.
• Conduct regular quality verification, packaging tasks, and material handling.
• Maintain workplace cleanliness and complete routine housekeeping.
• Safely operate a forklift as required by production needs.

Skills

Safety consciousness

Quality-minded

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

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.

About GAF - Baltimore, Maryland Baltimore, Maryland is located right outside the Nation's capital, along the coast of the Atlantic Ocean. Prime location for individuals interested in City life, with easy access to many amenities. The GAF Baltimore site has been operating for 50+ years, focusing on making residential shingles for the Mid-Atlantic region. This site has roughly 150 employees and is dedicated to the happiness, development of this team. If you're looking for competitive wages, opportunity for continued growth, come join our team!

Job Summary

The GAF Baltimore Plant is looking for a Production Machine Operator to assist in the production line where needed. Duties will include but are not limited to machine operation, quality verification, packaging, housekeeping & forklift operation.

Shift Schedule

12-Hour Rotating Shift (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM & 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM) Rotation Pattern: 28-day rotating cycle Work 4 nights - 3 days off Work 3 days - 1 day off Work 3 nights - 3 days off Work 4 days - 7 consecutive days off!

Essential Duties

• Safely operate processing machinery and equipment required to manufacture shingle products.
• Perform equipment safety checks, shutdown, cleanup, and startup procedures.
• Conduct regular quality verification, packaging tasks, and material handling.
• Maintain workplace cleanliness and complete routine housekeeping.
• Safely operate a forklift as required by production needs.

Physical Demands

The employee occasionally works in high places when assisting with thread-ups and above the floor level on catwalks and/or stairs, and is exposed seasonally to hot and cold weather. The noise level in the work environment requires hearing protection.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required. Demonstrated strong commitment to Safety and Quality. 1+ year(s) of machine operating experience in a high-speed process environment OR 1+ year(s) of military experience Willingness and availability to work 7 days a week on a rotating shift schedule. Physical Demands Constantly: Reaching, Handling Frequently: Stationary Position, Move/Traverse, Transport/Lifting, Transport/Carrying, Exerting Force (Push/Pull), Ascend/Descend, Stooping, Kneeling, Crouching, Crawling, Grasping, Hearing, Repetitive Motions, Coordination Occasionally: Stationary Position (Seated), Balancing, Talking Rarely: Feeling Working Conditions Frequently: Extreme Cold, Extreme Heat, Humidity, Wet Conditions, Noise, Workplace Hazards, Temperature Changes, Vibration

Pay Transparency

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 Hourly Rate: $29.47

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.
• 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.
• 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 Applicant 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.