Production Operator

GAF Materials Corp.; Myerstown (PA); On-site; USD 28,958 - 41,243; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement program

Work-life balance initiatives

Job summary

GAF Materials Corp. in Myerstown, PA is looking for a skilled manufacturing worker to support its production team. Responsibilities include monitoring equipment, maintaining safety, and participating in team activities, ensuring continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and experience in a heavy manufacturing environment. The role offers a base hourly rate of $25.48, along with health insurance, 401K matching, tuition reimbursement, and work-life balance initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience in a heavy manufacturing or continuous process environment.
• Willingness to seek assistance and collaborate with support personnel.
• Comfortable with basic arithmetic and effective reading and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the production team to clear jams and monitor equipment.
• Maintain excellent housekeeping and participate in equipment maintenance.
• Attend team meetings and strive for continuous improvement.

Skills

Problem identification and resolution

Interpersonal skills

Basic arithmetic

Reading and writing skills

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Tools

PC-based office software

Forklift

Job description

Position Summary

We are looking for a skilled manufacturing worker to join our team at GAF's manufacturing plant in Myerstown, PA. The Material Handler is a key contributor to the Production department, assisting the production team throughout the production line.

Responsibilities

• Support the production team as needed to clear jams, monitor equipment, empty waste hoppers, and disposition product.


• Perform housekeeping and fill‑in for machine operator vacancies.


• Assume responsibility for safety of self and others; work safely and comply with all safety rules and policies.


• Maintain excellent housekeeping and participate in equipment maintenance activities.


• Participate in all machine shut‑down and lace‑up activities to support machine uptime.


• Attend and contribute to team meetings and training; communicate responsibly.


• Strive for continuous improvement in safety, quality and productivity.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.


• Experience in a heavy manufacturing or continuous process environment.


• Skilled in problem identification and resolution.


• Willingness to seek assistance and collaborate with support personnel.


• Comfortable with PC‑based office software.


• Strong interpersonal skills; positive outlook toward team members and company goals.


• Basic arithmetic and effective reading and writing skills.

Physical Demands

• Regularly lift or move up to 50 pounds; occasionally up to 80 pounds.


• Climb ladders and/or stairs.


• Frequent sitting, walking, standing; occasional climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling and balancing.


• Frequent use of eye, hand, and finger coordination to operate office machinery.


• Must be able to drive a forklift (requires extended sitting, use of arms and legs to operate controls).


• Oral and auditory capacity for interpersonal communication and use of telephone.

Compensation

Base hourly rate: $25.48. Base salary and/or rate of pay are exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. Offers will be based on location, experience, education, and qualifications.

Benefits

• Health insurance including medical, dental, and vision.


• 401K plan with employer match.


• Wellness program, financial coaching, referral program, and product rebates for employee residences.


• Tuition reimbursement program.


• Work‑life balance initiatives.

Equal Opportunity Employer

GAF is a proud 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. Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer-sponsored visa.