Process Engineer I - Manufacturing & Improvement

GAF Materials Corp.; Georgia; On-site; USD 64,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance options

401(k) plan with match

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Job summary

GAF in Georgia is seeking a Process Engineer to support the Production department with process and quality improvements and cost-saving initiatives. You will work with hourly teammates to optimize operations.

The role emphasizes safety, data-driven decisions using SPC, DOE, and cross‑functional collaboration with quality and environmental teams to ensure compliant, efficient production. Travel up to 5% is required.

Qualifications

• Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
• Experience in manufacturing, especially paper industry or roofing preferred
• Excellent interpersonal skills; Strong attention to detail; Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously; Ability to work as a team player
• Advanced knowledge of engineering principles; Knowledge of continuous web manufacturing process

Responsibilities

• Daily safety inspections of working areas
• Daily interaction with hourly teammates to discuss safety issues
• Enforce strict adherence to all GAF safety policies and procedures
• Stay informed of industry best safety practices and incorporate them into the Plant operations
• Support Production department in achieving the set goals of production rate, machine uptime, and raw material yield
• Use statistical tools (SPC charts, DOE, Pi trends, Braincube) to minimize variation in the production process
• Use engineering principles to identify and remove bottlenecks in the manufacturing process
• Work with hourly teammates to refine procedures and methods to increase production efficiency
• Using knowledge of engineering principles, work with suppliers and vendors to bring new technologies to the Plant
• Coordinate with the Plant Engineer on capital projects that increase the efficiency of the production line
• Work with the quality department to identify and correct quality issues stemming from the operation of the manufacturing line
• Train hourly teammates on production line set-ups to maximize efficiency and finished product performance
• Coordinate trial planning, implementation, and follow-up with both internal and external customers
• Submit required reports to state and federal agencies as dictated by the Plant operating permits
• Act as main contact for Plant’s environmental consultant
• Carry company provided cell phone to respond to off-hour issues as needed

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Job description

GAF in Georgia is seeking a Process Engineer to support the Production department with process and quality improvements and cost-saving initiatives. You will work with hourly teammates to optimize operations.

The role emphasizes safety, data-driven decisions using SPC, DOE, and cross‑functional collaboration with quality and environmental teams to ensure compliant, efficient production. Travel up to 5% is required.