Process Engineering Co-Op

GAF•Michigan City, IN

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 begin, grow, and develop in your career. Under this roof, you will experience our incredible culture and be empowered to support your teammates, your customers and especially your community through collaboration. Under this roof, we define the future while leading the present through our commitment to continuous improvement and never being satisfied with the status quo. We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most. Co-Opportunity is a chance for you to learn about your chosen field in a real work environment with experienced GAF professionals. You’ll be involved in high-profile projects as an integral member of our working teams. We offer full-time assignments to those students who are working toward undergraduate or graduate degrees in chemical, electrical and mechanical engineering. Each assignment lasts a school term, and you may be invited to return to GAF Corporation for additional terms while you continue your education. During your assignment, you will have a mentor - someone who will act as a coach to help you better understands both our company and your work responsibilities. You will receive a competitive salary and - depending on location - a temporary living allowance or relocation allowance. 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.

Requirements

Candidates must be pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
All candidates must have a minimum 2.8 GPA, at least sophomore standing.
Candidates must be U.S. Citizens or Permanent Residents.
Problem solving, project management and communication skills are all necessary as is the ability to operate in a team environment.
Ability to generate accurate and concise technical reports.
Computer skills in MS Excel, MS Word.
Basic knowledge of MS Visio and Auto CAD.

Responsibilities

Performing raw material quality assurance activities and material performance.
Conducting problem solving investigations and troubleshooting to assure root cause is identified, counter measures and recurrence prevention are fully implemented.
Supporting quality improvement initiatives directly or indirectly with suppliers.
Providing technical support and analytical analysis for material issues.
Involvement with data flow diagrams/technical diagrams.