Production Operator

GAF; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to join their production team. In this role, you will assist with various tasks including machine operation, quality verification, and packaging. This position offers you the chance to work in a dynamic environment where your contributions directly impact product quality and efficiency. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and personal growth, you will receive the support and resources necessary to thrive in your career. If you are looking for a place where you can make a difference and grow professionally, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Health insurance options

401K plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Free financial coaching

Referral program

Product rebates

Diversity and inclusion programs

Qualifications

• Demonstrated understanding of processes and equipment.
• Must be able to perform essential duties satisfactorily.

Responsibilities

• Assist production line with machine operation and quality verification.
• Troubleshoot machine issues and maintain work area.

Skills

Time management

Communication skills

Machine operation

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Packaging equipment

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
Assists the production line where needed including, but not limited to, machine operation, quality verification, packaging, housekeeping & forklift operation.

Essential Duties

• Time management and communication skills are a must.
• Inspect and install film rolls & make film splices according to standard operating procedure.
• Assist in web breaks, lacing machine and product changes.
• Troubleshoot/diagnose machine issues and take corrective action with guidance of the Group Lead.
• Maintains work area in neat and orderly condition per housekeeping procedures for the department.
• Operates forklift in a safe and efficient manner.
• Operate packaging equipment and install packaging materials in compliance with standard operating procedures.
• Complete product testing in accordance with product specification.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Required

• H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) or equivalent
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• Demonstrated understanding of processes, equipment, and product specifications.
• Must have ability to work in the U.S. without current/future need for GAF visa sponsorship.

Physical Demands

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

Working Conditions

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

Consideration will be given based on geography, candidate experience, and qualifications. Hourly Rate: 28.57 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 put diversity and inclusion into action with our Employee Resource Groups, which unite employees based on common perspectives, identities, demographic factors, or out of a desire to be an ally.

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 and GAF, Standard Logistics, SGI, and Siplast are proud to be affirmative action employers. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of 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).