Engineering Rotational Associate

GAF•Shafter, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

GAF's Engineering Rotation Program is a 2-year program designed to develop high-potential talent into future operations leaders. This program is designed to accelerate the development of recent graduates into leaders capable of bringing value to our dynamic manufacturing operations network. The candidate will network with key leaders across the organization and will have the opportunity to work on major projects and product lines at GAF’s plants. The program aims to provide immediate impact to the business, gain exposure to leadership, and offer experiences across various parts of the business within a 24-month period to accelerate professional growth. The work is highly technical, with the end goal being for the candidate and the company to find their next best opportunity within the organization. Rotations will be determined through business needs, candidate interest, and performance outcomes. The positions will be based in one of GAF’s plants across its network. Candidates will have a dedicated leader and mentor to support their development and technical training. The rotation assignments are supplemented by various training courses and experiences, including overviews of GAF's functions and a curriculum to develop competencies such as problem-solving, critical thinking, technical skills, product/process knowledge, and leadership capability. The program consists of two one-year assignments, determined by business needs and candidate preference. During each rotation, candidates will be assigned individual initiatives and relevant roles within a Plant Operations Team. Completion of these rotations will prepare the candidate for a successful start as a Process/Project Engineer II.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS)
Four-year degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Chemical, Manufacturing, Systems Engineering
Previous internship or co-op related experience in a manufacturing environment
Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer sponsored visa (work permit)

Responsibilities

Leading process design reviews, raw material qualifications, and capability studies
Supporting all plant product, process, and materials trials
Developing cost savings opportunities related to process, procedures, raw materials and waste
Proactively identifying engineering opportunities and apply technical expertise to develop and present feasible solutions
Leading and/or participating in providing process/mechanical designs and evaluations for capital projects
Participating in and supporting product improvement and new product development efforts
Specific manufacturing/operations accountabilities as assigned based on engineering discipline expertise
Knowledge of manufacturing concepts, practices and procedures