Process Engineer III

About the role

GAF is constructing its newest shingle manufacturing facility in Newton, KS, and is hiring a Process Engineer to lead Quality and Process Improvement projects.

We are offering a $10,000 sign-on bonus for this position.

Essential Duties

• Lead process design reviews, raw material qualification and product and process qualification and capability studies.
• Perform PPA/FMEA on all major process and raw material changes.
• Train production personnel on Statistical process Control (SPC).
• Lead the application and interpretation of SPC charting.
• Train and educate personnel on company products, plant and corporate quality policies and procedures; including internal and external personnel, suppliers and customers.
• Conduct internal compliance audits of production tests, process specifications, plant change notices (PCN’s) and other in-plant processes.
• Cook up and coordinate Plant Trials with R&D and plant personnel.
• Ensure trials are accurately conducted and reported.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
• 5+ years process engineering experience
• Ability to lead a team
• Works well in difficult and time pressure situations
• Demonstrated knowledge of engineering fundamentals and advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, PLC and AutoCAD.

General Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Computer (intermediate knowledge)
• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) (intermediate knowledge)
• Google (G-Suite) (intermediate knowledge)
• Analytical and problem solving skills (intermediate knowledge)
• Technical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Coatings application process (entry knowledge)
• Project Management, Planning, and Scheduling (entry to intermediate knowledge)
• Material handling (entry to intermediate knowledge)
• Engineering / equipment design (entry to intermediate knowledge)
• Regulations of safe handling and registration of materials (entry knowledge)

Physical Demands

• Stationary Position - Frequently
• Movement/Traverse - Frequently
• Seated - Frequently
• Transport/Lifting - Frequently
• Transport/Carrying - Exerting Force/Pushing
• Exerting Force/Pulling - Ascend/Descend
• Position Self/Stooping - Frequently
• Position Self/Kneeling - Frequently
• Position Self/Crouching - Position Self/Crawling - Reaching - Handling - Grasping - Feeling - Communicate/Talking - Communicate/Hearing - Repetitive Motions - Coordination - Base salary and/or rate of pay ranges listed are exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses.

Benefits

• Wide range of health insurance options
• Family-Building benefits
• Roth 401K plan with employer match
• Wellness program, free financial coaching, referral program, and product rebates
• Internal training programs and courses
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Professional growth and development opportunities
• Work-life balance programs
• Employee Resource Groups
• Disability and special need accommodations
• Equal employment opportunity
• Commitment to diversity and inclusion
• Compliance with federal, state, and local disability laws
• Committed to fostering a culture that reflects our values to connect, empower, evolve, and inspire