Job Description:

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

The Process Engineer is responsible for the analysis, identification and resolution of continuous process issues and improvements on the production line. Perform detailed analyses to prevent potential problems with new equipment or raw materials, to identify potential savings opportunities, and to troubleshoot process issues as they arise. Lead discussions, projects, and people to full issue resolution.

Essential Duties

Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• LeadtheexecutionofQualityandProcessImprovementprojectsandactivities,usingstandardPI tools such as Qualpro, MVT/DOE, Kepner Tregoe PSDM. Use the Hierarchy of values (Safety, Quality, Service, Cost) to prioritize. Plan and execute capital improvements resulting from these projects. Coordinate Plant Trials with R&D and plant personnel. Ensure trials are accurately conducted and reported.

• Lead the process design review, raw material qualification, product and process qualification, and capability studies. Perform PPA/FMEA on all major process and raw material changes. Monitor and provide guidance for optimal raw material usage.

• Lead the application and interpretation of SPC control charting. Utilize interpretation to identify improvement and cost-saving opportunities.

• Assist in the development of process specifications, entering plant change notices (PCN’s), and other in-plant processes. Conduct internal compliance audits of product testing.

• Provide production line support focusing on the machines, materials, and production employees. Help to improve efficiency in the line.

• Participate on problem solving teams and project teams as a technical resource geared towards improving the performance of existing processes and raw material handling systems.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands

• Ability to read and concentrate via computer data entry typing and proofreading

• Must be able to climb ladders and/or stairs and walk on open grating on elevated surfaces

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

• Required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, or crouch

• Frequent sitting, walking, and standing, and occasional climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and balancing

• Frequent use of eye, hand, and finger coordination enabling the use of office machinery

• Oral and auditory capacity enabling interpersonal communication as well as communication through automated devices such as the telephone

• Required to sit, stand, walk and use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls

• Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus

• Must continuously have the ability to differentiate colors precisely

• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds

Under This Roof, We Require

• BS Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical or Chemical) required

• 1-5 years’ experience in a continuous manufacturing process environment

• Familiar with standard Manufacturing concepts, practices & procedures i.e. the 6 building blocks Intermediate knowledge of engineering fundamentals including ability to read and interpret specifications and drawings

• Intermediate proficiency using root cause analysis to troubleshoot and solve problems

• Intermediate ability to translate technical data into a format/language suitable for personnel Intermediate skills in process hazard analysis and process safety management

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and various data analysis software programs

• intermediate knowledge of manufacturing analysis tools, such as statistical analysis/statistical process control (SPC), process capability studies, lean manufacturing, 5S, Six Sigma, Kepner Tregoe, and/or Design of Experiments (DOE)

• intermediate Communication skills: written, verbal and listening

• Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask

• Excellent analytical skills including problem solving and attention to detail

• Results oriented, high energy, credible, honest, self-motivated person

• Familiarity with safety procedures, safe behavior observations, and OSHA compliance

Under This Roof, We Also Value

• Adaptability

• Facilitating Change

• Building Strategic Working Relationships

• Technical/Professional Knowledge & Skills

• Business Acumen

• Stress Tolerance

• Decision Making

• Communication

How We Protect What Matters Most

• We offer a wide range of health insurance options that include medical, dental, and vision for you and your family.

• Our Family-Building benefits support the many different journeys to fertility and parenthood.

• Our robust 401K plan includes an employer match contribution with your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions.

• 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.

• Professionalgrowthanddevelopmentareveryimportanttous!Weofferinternaltraining programs 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.

Consideration will be given based on geography, candidate experience, and qualifications.

Annual Salary Range: 81,000-103,500

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).

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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. ​