Production Manager

GAF; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; USD 104,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

GAF is seeking a Production Manager to lead the Tuscaloosa asphaltic roofing shingle production network. The role centers on building a high‑performing, safe, and engaged staff, applying continuous improvement to boost efficiency and reliability across the plant.

You will partner with EHS and cross‑functional teams to meet safety, quality, and production targets, drive cost efficiencies, mentor talent, and ensure adherence to collective bargaining terms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 2+ years in a safety sensitive environment or HS Diploma with 6+ years in a safety sensitive environment with increasing leadership responsibilities.
• 2+ years of people leadership and team building experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a production staff to ensure safety and reliability.
• Drive continuous improvement using lean principles, 5S, kaizen, and data-driven initiatives.
• Establish objectives aligned with company goals and develop talent within the team.
• Ensure safety, production, and quality standards and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Safety leadership

People leadership

Continuous improvement

Lean principles

Education

Bachelor’s degree + 2+ years safety environment

HS Diploma + 6+ years safety environment

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

The Production Manager will function as a key member of the Tuscaloosa leadership team and asphaltic roofing shingle manufacturing network. This leader will be responsible for leading and developing an engaged production staff, driving a safe and reliable work environment, applying continuous improvement principles methods to ensure department efficiencies.

Essential Duties

• Partner with the EHS team to ensure the plant is compliant with all state, federal, and local regulations regarding safety, to include but not limited to OSHA and EPA regulatory standards. Serve as a leading advocate for safety initiatives within the plant, cultivating a mindset that prioritizes safety throughout the organization’s culture.
• Foster a culture committed to ongoing continuous improvement across the Production team by participating in various projects, such as 5S events, the application of lean principles, kaizen events, and cultivate continuous process improvement. Establish explicit objectives, supply necessary resources, and motivate the production team to welcome and drive change.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, positive reinforcement, open communication and employee engagement. Proactively pursue ideas and incorporate relevant suggestions from the team
• Identify and execute production improvement opportunities leveraged from information from data resources.
• Establish meaningful objectives for production employees that are tied to the organization's overall short and long term objectives. Responsible for identifying and developing talent within the production team to include but not limited to, performance management, succession planning, and creation of development plans.
• Lead, mentor, and maximize the production team with a One Team mindset.
• Partner with cross-functional teams by providing guidance and training to foster a unified dedication towards maintaining safety, production and quality standards.
• Partner with Plant and Operations leadership to establish clear performance, safety, quality, and engagement standards for the Production team. Hold the team accountable for meeting and/or exceeding established metrics and expectations.
• Identify opportunities to ensure efficiency and cost reduction while maintaining quality standards, meeting production delivery requirements, machine reliability and overall repair costs. Establish and implement best practices including preventative measures that continuously improve production efficiencies.
• Understand and ensure compliance of terms within collective bargaining agreement(s)
• Perform other duties as assigned.

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

The Production Manager will function as a key member of the Tuscaloosa leadership team and asphaltic roofing shingle manufacturing network. This leader will be responsible for leading and developing an engaged production staff, driving a safe and reliable work environment, applying continuous improvement principles methods to ensure department efficiencies.

Essential Duties

• Partner with the EHS team to ensure the plant is compliant with all state, federal, and local regulations regarding safety, to include but not limited to OSHA and EPA regulatory standards. Serve as a leading advocate for safety initiatives within the plant, cultivating a mindset that prioritizes safety throughout the organization’s culture.
• Foster a culture committed to ongoing continuous improvement across the Production team by participating in various projects, such as 5S events, the application of lean principles, kaizen events, and cultivate continuous process improvement. Establish explicit objectives, supply necessary resources, and motivate the production team to welcome and drive change.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, positive reinforcement, open communication and employee engagement. Proactively pursue ideas and incorporate relevant suggestions from the team
• Identify and execute production improvement opportunities leveraged from information from data resources.
• Establish meaningful objectives for production employees that are tied to the organization's overall short and long term objectives. Responsible for identifying and developing talent within the production team to include but not limited to, performance management, succession planning, and creation of development plans.
• Lead, mentor, and maximize the production team with a One Team mindset.
• Partner with cross-functional teams by providing guidance and training to foster a unified dedication towards maintaining safety, production and quality standards.
• Partner with Plant and Operations leadership to establish clear performance, safety, quality, and engagement standards for the Production team. Hold the team accountable for meeting and/or exceeding established metrics and expectations.
• Identify opportunities to ensure efficiency and cost reduction while maintaining quality standards, meeting production delivery requirements, machine reliability and overall repair costs. Establish and implement best practices including preventative measures that continuously improve production efficiencies.
• Understand and ensure compliance of terms within collective bargaining agreement(s)
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Required

• We require one of the following education and experience requirements:
  • A Bachelor’s Degree coupled with 2+ years experience in a safety sensitive environment OR a HS Diploma or equivalent coupled with 6+ years experience in a safety sensitive environment with increasing team leadership responsibilities.
• We also require: 2+ years of people leadership and team building experience.

Qualifications Preferred

• Direct management of production in high volume manufacturing operation, continuous web process or continuous manufacturing process.
• 1+ years management experience in a represented environment.
• Ability to relocate as part of career progression.
• Demonstrated ability to lead/influence/manage people.
• Adept at being both a leader and a team player - positive interactions and participation on teams.
• Willingness to embrace change and champion change effectively.

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 - Occasionally
• Handling - Occasionally
• Grasping - Frequently
• Feeling - Rarely
• Communicate/Talking - Frequently
• 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
• Atmospheric Conditions - Rarely
• Vibration - Frequently

Travel Requirements

less than 20%

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 Salary Range: $104,000-$143,000

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'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).