Assistant Foreman

GAF • Burgaw, NC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

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. Job Summary Under the direction of the Shipping Supervisor, the Assistant Foreman plays an integral part of leading a designated group of material handlers, through assigning work, resolving shipping or equipment problems, and ensuring work is completed to the highest standards of safety and quality.

Requirements

• H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required
• Knowledge of safety and quality requirements for safe operation of area.
• Knowledge of Google Suite.
• Operate a mechanical forklift
• Operate all equipment in designated area of responsibility
• Train others in proper equipment operation
• Work well in a team environment
• Ability to use mechanical and measurement devices and tools as necessary

Nice To Haves

• Previous Warehousing and leadership experience preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example at all times by actively promoting and demonstrating behaviors that align with GAF culture drivers: Operate as One Team, Put Our Customers First, Take Full Ownership, and Make Things Better Every Day.
• Maintain equipment and work areas and create a safe work environment by developing safe work practices and enforcing compliance with company/site safety policies.
• Investigate inventory shortages, equipment defects, and causes for shipping delays.
• Maintain morale and employee relations and adjust minor complaints.
• Immediately report to supervisor and Human Resources any potential or actual safety or compliance policy violations.
• Coordinate daily work of material handlers, assigning work, resolving problems/barriers, and reviewing quality of work.
• Actively participate in daily shipping operations to drive continuous improvement.
• Provide additional direct support to maintain safe and uninterrupted operations during team absences.
• Work closely with Planners, other Production and Shipping areas, and support groups to ensure that objectives are correctly prioritized and results are achieved.
• Plan and direct daily activities of the shipping/warehouse function to meet or exceed safety goals and service metrics. (i.e. on time, production, and fill rate)
• Provide training to shipping employees in safety, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), and quality standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve quality, process, and mechanical problems, making minor repairs and equipment adjustments as needed.
• Ensure that material handlers are given all necessary tools and information to effectively complete work tasks.
• Utilize Maximo to submit work orders for all requests to Maintenance.
• Perform consistent, systematic,and thorough transitions with exiting and incoming shifts by utilizing the referenced shift handover template and foreman checklists.
• Assist in conducting shift huddles that review policy updates, Safety, Quality, Service, Cost and Engagement priorities for the shift.
• Communicate via radio as required.
• Complete other tasks and duties as required or assigned.
• Respond to shipment status inquiries in a timely manner.
• Perform required relief duties for Shipping Supervisor position absences.

Benefits

• 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.
• Professional growth and development are very important to us! We offer internal training programs and courses, as well as a generous tuition reimbursement program.
• We're committed to fostering a culture that reflects our values to connect, empower, evolve, and inspire. We offer many opportunities for employees to connect with one another, including through our Employee Resource Groups who focus on education and allyship for all of our employees.
• competitive salary, benefits, 401k, and vacation packages for all full time permanent positions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED