Job Description:

Introduction

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.

Summary:

Manufacturing engineers have the task of making manufacturing processes better, faster, and cheaper. Their success or failure directly impacts the performance of the manufacturing plant. This person is constantly responsible for verifying systems that support the advancement of technology and the spread of innovation. This position also reviews the allocation of resources, analyzing productivity, and seeks ways to maximize production while minimizing cost. In addition, this position will partner closely with the Technical Services Department to accomplish objectives.

Essential Duties:

• Analyze Manufacturing processes, equipment, and systems for failures and provide solutions to eliminate production downtime or extend time between downtime and equipment failures.

• Conduct and or lead breakdown analysis investigations, perform failure analysis, Fishbone analysis and focused improvement activities for the production line.

• Plant liaison for Manufacturing improvement projects between other groups and plant personnel.

• Instruct and train plant personnel on Root Cause Analysis; Support Root Cause Analysis as a focused manufacturing improvement strategy.

• Work closely with Production operators to improve manufacturing /processes that adversely affect equipment or product quality.

• Work closely with process engineers and/or plant personnel to establish and enhance design standards that minimize life cycle costs and support high reliability.

• Work closely with production operators and Dept leaders to identify and improve safety processes and procedures.

• Remove process bottlenecks while utilizing continuous improvement techniques to drive changes required to remove obstructions and limit downtime.

• Standardize Manufacturing JSA’s, Standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions to maximize the production department’s productively while minimizing wasted time and controlling cost.

• Review engineering specifications and drawings, propose design modifications to improve manufacturing processes within cost and business requirements.

• SupportallPlantSafetyimprovements/projects.

• ParticipateinPlantSafetyTeamsandContinuousimprovementprojects.

Under This Roof, We Require:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering

• 2+ yearsexperienceinaManufacturingenvironment

Under This Roof, We Also Value:

• Knowledgeofandabilitytoapplysafetyprinciples

• Experience in Lean Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing processes preferred.

• Ability to use a CMMS (Maximo preferred) and Google Office or Microsoft office products

• Knowledgeofrotatingequipment,hydraulics,pneumatics,bearings,lubrication

• KnowledgeofVibrationAnalysis,ThermalImaging,OilAnalysis,Non-DestructiveTesting,and Laser Alignment

• Knowledgeofprobabilityandstatisticalmodeling,andpredictionreliabilitytoolsappropriately

• Demonstratedabilitytodevelop,prioritize,andexecuteplanstodeliverresultsonmultipleprojects and tasks to achieve critical operating objectives

• Smallcapitalprojectmanagementskills

• Abilitytoeffectivelycommunicatewithalllevelsofplant,technical,andmanagementpersonnel

• Strongwrittenandverbalcommunicationskills

• Demonstratedtheabilitytoeffectivelyleadthroughtheinfluenceofnon-reports

• Demonstrated leadership skills to build a consensus in a environment

How We Protect What Matters Most:

• Weofferawiderangeofhealthinsuranceoptionsthatincludemedical,dentalandvisionforyou and your family.

• OurFamily-Buildingbenefitssupportthemanydifferentjourneystofertilityandparenthood.

• Ourrobust401Kplanincludesanemployermatchcontributionwithyourpre-taxand/orRoth contributions.

• Otherexcitingprogramsandperksareavailabletohelpemployeesachievework-lifebalance, including(butnotlimitedto)awellnessprogram,freefinancialcoaching,referralprogram,and product rebates when purchased for an employee’s primary Residence.

• Professionalgrowthanddevelopmentareveryimportanttous!Weofferinternaltrainingprograms and courses, as well as a generous tuition reimbursement program.

• 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).

Privacy Policy (https://www.gaf.com/en-us/about-us/privacy-and-legal/privacy-policy) CA Privacy Applicant Notice (https://www.gaf.com/en-us/about-us/privacy-and-legal/applicant-privacy-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. ​