Production Operator

GAF; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; USD 33,062 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

401k

Vacation

Job summary

GAF is seeking a Production Operator to manufacture shingle products while upholding safety and quality standards.

The role involves operating machinery, troubleshooting issues, and training other operators to boost team performance.

Emphasis is on safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement in production processes, with competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of manufacturing experience preferred.
• Basic reading and mathematics skills required.
• Must pass drug test, physical, and background check.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment and machinery to meet product specifications.
• Follow safety policies, procedures, and practices.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing problems as they arise.
• Rotate jobs in assigned areas (Process or Packaging).
• Train other operators to improve team performance.
• Perform machine maintenance tasks as assigned.
• Attend and contribute to Production meetings.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Reading skills

Math skills

Drug test

Background check

Education

High school diploma or GED

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 Operator at GAF is responsible for performing operations work required to manufacture shingle products while adhering to safety and quality standards. This role involves operating machinery, troubleshooting manufacturing issues, and training other operators to enhance team performance. The position emphasizes a commitment to safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement in production processes.

Essential Duties

• Perform operations work to manufacture shingle products.
• Follow safety policies, procedures, and practices.
• Operate equipment and machinery to meet product specifications.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing problems as they arise.
• Rotate jobs in assigned areas (Process or Packaging).
• Train other operators to improve team performance.
• Perform machine maintenance tasks as assigned.
• Attend and contribute to Production meetings.
• Make adjustments to machinery and report changes to oncoming operators.
• Perform regular cleanup and housekeeping of the workstation.

Qualifications Required

• H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required
• 1 year of manufacturing experience preferred.
• Basic reading and mathematics skills required.
• Must pass drug test, physical, and background check.

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: $25.44

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).