Machine Technician

GAF • New Columbia, PA

7d

About The Position

The Machine Technician produces high-quality products by performing manufacturing processes accurately, promptly, and efficiently. The role performs rotating duties across manufacturing operations and associated off-line equipment, supports managers and plant staff in meeting operational goals, and contributes to a positive, motivated workplace. Technicians are responsible for working safely and monitoring product quality.

This role works 12-hour rotating shifts, changing every four weeks between days (7:00 AM–7:00 PM) and nights (7:00 PM–7:00 AM). The schedule alternates short and long weeks, averaging 42 hours per week: weeks of 48 hours, including eight hours of built-in overtime, alternate with weeks of 36 hours.

The position may require occasional work-related travel, with advance notice. The base hourly rate is $31.10.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least one year of experience in a manufacturing or safety-sensitive role.
• Ability to respond to requests professionally and promptly.
• Intermediate communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong planning, prioritization, organizational, and reporting skills.
• Independent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot and solve production challenges.
• Intermediate proficiency in Google Suite.
• Familiarity with standard manufacturing concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Ability to perform arithmetic with whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals; compute rates, ratios, and percentages; and read and interpret measurements.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a fast-paced, continuous-process environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform all activities safely.
• Produce high-quality products consistently.
• Generate timely, consistent reports.
• Communicate positively with coworkers and leaders.
• Perform rotating duties across manufacturing operations and associated off-line equipment.
• Support managers and plant staff in meeting operational goals.
• Monitor product quality.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options for employees and their families.
• Family-building benefits supporting fertility and parenthood.
• 401(k) plan with an employer match.
• Wellness program.
• Free financial coaching.
• Employee referral program.
• Product rebates for purchases for an employee's primary residence.
• Internal training programs and courses.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee Resource Groups.
• Vacation packages for full-time permanent positions.

What This Job Offers

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