Production Operator

GAF Materials Corp.; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; USD 30,307 - 39,950; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (medical, dental, and

Family-building benefits

Wellness program

Referral program

Job summary

GAF Materials Corp. in Tuscaloosa, AL, is seeking a Production Operator to perform manufacturing operations for shingle products, following safety and quality standards.

The role involves operating machinery, troubleshooting issues, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives on the production floor. You will rotate in Process or Packaging areas, train other operators, complete routine maintenance tasks, and participate in production meetings.

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.
• 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

Basic reading skills

Mathematics skills

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

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

• H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
• 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

• 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. 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.
• 4. 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).

Privacy Notice Applicant Notice

With 130+ years in the industry, GAF is the leading roofing manufacturer in North America. As a member of the Standard Industries family of companies, we are also part of the largest roofing and waterproofing business in the world. Our communities help give our work meaning and the products we manufacture help protect what matters most. The shingles help to shelter the families living in the homes in our towns. The TPO helps protect what is under that hospital’s roof. In addition to quality products, we make sure they are installed by quality craftsmen and women. The full GAF portfolio of solutions is supported by an extensive national network of factory-certified contractors. GAF continues to be the leader in quality and offers comprehensive warranty protection on its products and systems. Our success is driven by a commitment to empowering our people to deliver advanced quality and purposeful innovation and the desire to protect what matters most.