Production Operator

GAF•Michigan City, IN

6h•$25 - $25•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. Want to be part of a great culture, in a safety focused and diverse environment while enjoying competitive pay and benefits that start on day #1? GAF offers bonuses, paid time off, a generous 401k plan, paid parental leave, and many more perks! About GAF - Michigan City, IN Michigan City is a thriving community on the South shore of Lake Michigan. Located just over an hour from Chicago, the population grows during the Summer months with many visitors and vacationers drawn to the Indiana Dunes, local breweries, wineries, casinos, and much more. GAF-Michigan City is committed to giving back to the community and providing an environment where employees are proud to work. The plant produces Timberline residential roofing shingles and has called Michigan City home for over 20 years. Join our team and help us protect what matters most. Schedule: 6:45 AM to 7PM or 7PM to 6:45PM New hires will train on day shift and most likely transition to night shift after orientation. Production Operators work a 2-2-3 schedule. Pay: $24.66 per hour SUMMARY: The Production Operator will ensure the production of high quality residential roofing materials through accuracy, timeliness, and efficiency of manufacturing processes to include machine operation, quality verification, packaging, housekeeping, and forklift operation.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED is required.
Must have ability to work in the U.S. without current/future need for GAF visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Experience in manufacturing concepts and safety practices and procedures is preferred but not required
A positive attitude, teamwork mindset, and a willingness to contribute to a continuous improvement environment

Responsibilities

Responsible for safe operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of manufacturing equipment and forklifts, and production and/or shipment of quality products.
Record and document all required data on the computer and/or in written form
Follow all safety, operational, maintenance, and housekeeping policies and procedures for the plant and your assigned department.
Complete product testing and inspections in accordance with product and quality specifications and alert supervisor to variations in the production process at all times.
Perform other duties related to plant operations as assigned.

Benefits

Insurance coverage plans include medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, disability, life insurance, employee assistance program, discounted childcare support & pet insurance, legal services plus much more
Our excellent 401(k) includes an employer contribution of up to 7%
Your professional growth and development is very important to us. We offer internal training programs, as well as a generous tuition reimbursement program.
In support of working families we offer a parental leave benefit, in which employees who give birth or adopt a child may be eligible for paid leave
Other exciting benefits include wellness reimbursement program, referral program, and product rebates when purchased for an employee’s primary residence
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.