Production Operator

About the Role

We are looking for a skilled manufacturing worker to join our team at our plant in Myerstown, PA. The Material Handler is a key contributor to the Production department, and is responsible for assisting the production team in various tasks throughout the production line.

Team or Function Overview

Founded in 2000, GAF Myerstown manufactures residential asphalt shingles. Our workforce is highly skilled and extremely dedicated - 50% of our 150 employees have been here for at least 10 years! "Teamwork makes the dream work" is a way of life around here, and we thrive on identifying creative solutions to solve unique problems. If you are passionate, dedicated, and want to work with a world-class team, GAF Myerstown is the place for you.

Schedule

Rotating 12-hour shifts 6:45 am - 6:45 pm & 6:45 pm - 6:45 am

Essential Duties

Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Support production team as needed to clear jams, monitor equipment, empty waste hoppers, disposition product, perform housekeeping and fill-in for machine operator vacancies.
• Work safely and assume responsibility for safety of self and others.
• Follow all safety rules and policies.
• Maintaining excellent housekeeping.
• Participate in equipment maintenance activities.
• Participate in all machine shut-down and lace-up activities to support excellent machine uptime.
• Attend and contribute to team meetings and training.
• Communicate responsibly.
• Strive for continuous improvement in areas of safety, quality and productivity.

Physical Demands

• Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 80 pounds
• Ability to climb ladders and/or stairs
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
• Frequent sitting, walking, and standing; occasional climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and balancing
• Frequent use of eye, hand, and finger coordination enabling the use of office machinery
• Must be able to drive a forklift which requires sitting for long periods of time, as well as the ability to use arms and legs to work the controls, breaks, and steering wheel
• Oral and auditory capacity enabling interpersonal communication as well as communication through automated devices such as the telephone

Requirements

• Ability to read and write effectively and perform basic arithmetic skills
• Strong interpersonal skills including a positive outlook toward team members, staff, and company goals
• Demonstrated understanding of processes, equipment, and product specifications
• Physical capability and stamina to fit workplace demands

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred, not required!
• Experience in a heavy manufacturing environment/continuous process industry
• Skilled in problem identification and resolution
• Willingness to seek assistance and collaborate with support personnel
• Comfortable with PC-based office software and other common applications

Pay

Base Hourly Rate: $26.24

Benefits

• Quarterly and Yearly Bonuses
• Benefits start first day
• Wide range of health insurance options that include medical, dental and vision for you and your family
• Family-Building benefits support the many different journeys to fertility and parenthood
• Robust 401K plan includes an employer match contribution with your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions
• Wellness program, free financial coaching, referral program, and product rebates when purchased for an employee's primary residence
• Internal training programs and courses, as well as a generous tuition reimbursement program
• Employee Resource Groups which unite employees based on common perspectives, identities, demographic factors, or out of a desire to be an ally