Process Engineer I

GAF • Shafter, CA

5d

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 The Process Engineer is a support role to the Production department, focusing on process improvement, product quality improvement, and cost-saving initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Paper Science required
• Experience in manufacturing, especially paper industry or roofing preferred
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to work as a team player
• Advanced knowledge of engineering principles
• Knowledge of continuous web manufacturing process

Responsibilities

• Daily safety inspections of working areas
• Daily interaction with hourly teammates to discuss safety issues
• Enforce strict adherence to all GAF safety policies and procedures
• Stay informed of industry best safety practices and incorporate them into the Plant operations
• Support Production department in achieving the set goals of production rate, machine uptime, and raw material yield
• Use statistical tools (SPC charts, DOE, Pi trends, Braincube) to minimize variation in the production process
• Use engineering principles to identify and remove bottlenecks in the manufacturing process
• Work with hourly teammates to refine procedures and methods to increase production efficiency
• Using knowledge of engineering principles, work with suppliers and vendors to bring new technologies to the Plant
• Coordinate with the Plant Engineer on capital projects that increase the efficiency of the production line
• Work with the quality department to identify and correct quality issues stemming from the operation of the manufacturing line
• Train hourly teammates on production line set-ups to maximize efficiency and finished product performance
• Coordinate trial planning, implementation, and follow-up with both internal and external customers
• Submit required reports to state and federal agencies as dictated by the Plant operating permits
• Act as main contact for Plant’s environmental consultant
• Carry company provided cell phone to respond to off-hour issues as needed

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.
• We offer competitive salary, benefits, 401k, and vacation packages for all full time permanent positions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees