Production Floater

About the Role

GAF's Manufacturing facility in Chester is located in an area known for its scenic beauty and community dedication, situated between Charlotte, NC, and Columbia, SC. The Chester Glass Mat facility has a highly tenured workforce of just under 100 employees.

Responsibilities

• Train and become proficient in multiple operating positions, including but not limited to Loader, Fiber Feeder Operator, Rewinder Operator, Utility, and A-Station.
• Participate in all housekeeping functions for assigned crew.
• Participate in all short stop/down day activities for assigned crew.
• Assist as needed with logistics department.
• Operate assigned machinery in compliance with standard procedures.
• Responsible for operation of equipment in a safe manner to prevent damage to equipment and injury to self and others. Must wear safety and health protective equipment as specified.
• Safely load and unload material using a forklift and/or clamp-truck.
• Use basic material handling tools such as hand trucks and drum trucks when more efficient.
• Operate a computer as well as multiple computer-based systems.
• Keep accurate operational records as directed.
• Commit to working in a team environment, maintaining a positive attitude and willingness to be flexible.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out detailed written or oral instructions and deal with problems involving a few physical variables.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) in all units of measure, compute rate, ratio, and percent, and read and interpret a metal rule.

Physical Demands

• Stationary Position: Frequently
• Move/Traverse: Frequently
• Stationary Position/Seated: Occasionally
• Transport/Lifting: Frequently
• Transport/Carrying: Frequently
• Exerting Force/Pushing: Frequently
• Exerting Force/Pulling: Frequently
• Ascend/Descend: Frequently
• Balancing: Occasionally
• Position Self/Stooping: Frequently
• Position Self/Kneeling: Frequently
• Position Self/Crouching: Frequently
• Position Self/Crawling: Frequently
• Reaching: Constantly
• Handling: Constantly
• Grasping: Frequently
• Feeling: Rarely
• Communicate/Talking: Occasionally
• Communicate/Hearing: Frequently
• Repetitive Motions: Frequently
• Coordination: Frequently
• Climbing: Frequently

Working Conditions

• Extreme cold: Frequently
• Extreme heat: Frequently
• Humid: Frequently
• Wet: Frequently
• Noise: Frequently
• Hazards: Frequently
• Temperature Change: Frequently
• Vibration: Frequently

Pay

Base Hourly Rate: $31.04

Benefits

• A wide range of health insurance options including medical, dental, and vision for you and your family.
• Family-building benefits supporting fertility and parenthood journeys.
• Robust 401K plan with employer match contribution for pre-tax and/or Roth contributions.
• Wellness program, free financial coaching, referral program, and product rebates for your primary residence.
• Professional growth and development through internal training programs, courses, and a generous tuition reimbursement program.
• Employee Resource Groups focused on education and allyship.