Machine Operator

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 Machine Operator produces sub assemblies and final assemblies of ventilation and specialty products for the retail and wholesale industry. The operator operates equipment safely and efficiently, meeting quality standards and production targets. The main work location for this role will be the table line, but the ideal candidate will be asked to work in other locations as necessary. Essential Duties Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Operates a wide variety of simple one step or one-process machines to manufacture ventilation or specialty products. Stays abreast of changes to the Illustrated Assembly Process sheets.
• Ensures that the work area has been set up to provide optimum safe work area and workflow. Monitors quality of materials supplied and parts produced. Recommends corrections to machines or parts to eliminate scrap.
• Keeps track of production on daily schedule control sheets and other production reports. Tracks downtime of equipment and production.
• Inspects equipment for operating efficiency.
• Cleans and maintains work areas in accordance with plant standards.
• Completes all required training.
• Complies with relevant documentation requirements.
• Maintains assigned work areas in accordance with prescribed housekeeping standards.
• Understands normal conditions and potential problems in all assigned areas.
• Identifies basic production problems through systematic diagnosis
• Reports abnormal conditions to the supervisor and/or team lead.
• Performs all duties, responsibilities, and job task assignments in accordance with safety and environmental procedures, methods, policies, rules and regulations.
• Is familiar with and uses correctly the appropriate personal protection equipment.
• Ensures protection features of equipment, process operations, and tools are operationally intact and applied as instructed.
• Cleans, performs basic maintenance, and makes minor repairs or specified operating adjustments to equipment.

Qualifications Required H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required 3+ months of prior manufacturing experience Physical Demands Stationary Position - Frequently Move/Traverse - Frequently Transport/Lifting - Frequently Transport/Carrying - Frequently Position Self/Stooping - Occasionally Position Self/Kneeling - Frequently Position Self/Crouching - Frequently Reaching - Frequently Handling - Frequently Grasping - Frequently Feeling - Frequently Communicate/Talking - Frequently Communicate/Hearing - Frequently Coordination - Frequently Working Conditions Extreme cold - Rarely Extreme heat - Rarely Humid - Occasionally Noise - Constantly Hazards - Occasionally Temperature Change - Occasionally Vibration - Occasionally 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: $24.04 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'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).