Process Engineer II

Job Description:

Introduction

At GAF Commercial we cover more than buildings. We cover each other. No matter what role, tenure, or department, under this roof, you are helping to build the market leader in commercial roofing. Under this roof, we are assembling a winning team that puts the customer at the center of every decision and doesn't back down from hard work. Under this roof, we support one another in delivering operational excellence daily, while working to make a positive impact for our planet and our communities. Becoming the market leader only happens when everyone feels they have the opportunity, and the support, to thrive. We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most.

Summary

The Process Engineer will ensure accuracy, consistency, and quality of all manufacturing processes. He/she will develop, implement, and execute continuous improvement systems to increase manufacturing efficiency and profitability. The Process Engineer will lead the execution of quality and process improvement projects using standard process improvement tools such as MVT/DOE, Kepner Tregoe PSDM (Problem Solving & Decision Making), and statistical process control. He/she will execute approved capital improvements resulting from these projects by coordinating with managers on timelines, budgets, and resources needed. An effective Process Engineer will use the GAF hierarchy of values (Safety, Quality, Service, and Cost) in prioritizing his/her activities while supporting each department's quality goals and improvement plans.

The Process Engineer reports to the Technical Services Manager. He/She will have a primary focus on the injection molding plant. Additionally, they may provide minor support for the plant located on the same site.

Essential Duties

Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Lead process design reviews, raw material qualification, and capability studies

• Perform PPA/FMEA on all major process and raw material changes

• Support all plant product, process, and materials trials

• Provide process design and evaluations for capital projects

• Analyze production challenges and prepare solutions as requested

• Participate in and support product improvement and new product development efforts

• Lead the application and interpretation of SPC charting

• Train and educate others on Statistical Process Control (SPC) and establish quality policies and procedures; including internal and external personnel, suppliers, and customers as needed

• Conduct internal compliance audits of production tests, process specifications, plant change notices (PCNs), and other in-plant processes

• CoordinateplanttrialswithR&Dandplantpersonnel;ensuretrialsareaccurately conducted and reported per required timelines and accounting cycles

• Provide technical support to operating departments in statistical applications, process capability assessment, and problem-solving

• Participatesinplanttechnicalsupportactivitiesasrequiredtoachieveplantgoals

• Communicate effectively with the management team regarding resources that are needed to ensure the timely and accurate execution of process improvement projects

• Maintain compliance with safety standards, housekeeping, and personnel policies

• Perform other duties as assigned

Technical Knowledge/Skill

• Ability to troubleshoot and solve production challenges

• Familiarwith standardmanufacturing concepts, practices,and procedures

• Advanced communication skills

• Proficient with Google Workspace (Google docs, sheets, slides)

• Knowledge of continuous process equipment, machine design, bearings/lubrication, hydraulics, pneumatics, AutoCAD, and electronics

Physical Demands

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

• Frequent sitting, walking and standing; occasional climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling and balancing

• Oral and auditory capacity enabling interpersonal communication as well as communication through automated devices such as the telephone

• Required to sit, stand, walk and use hands to grasp, handle or feel objects, tools and product samples

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus

• Must have the ability to differentiate colors precisely

• Required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel or crouch

• Ability to perform detailed testing processes in various process conditions

• Frequentuseofeye,hand,andfingercoordinationenablingtheuseofmanufacturing equipment and machinery

• Ability to read and concentrate via computer data entry typing and proofreading

• Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds

Under This Roof, We Require

• A BS degree in Engineering, preferably ChE, EE or ME is required.

• A minimum of 1-3 years of process engineering experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.

• Demonstrated knowledge of engineering fundamentals is required.

How We Protect What Matters Most

• Weofferawiderangeofhealthinsuranceoptionsthatincludemedical,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 put diversity and inclusion into action with our Employee Resource Groups, which unite employees based on common perspectives, identities, demographic factors, or out of a desire to be an ally.

GAF complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR Services at 833-HR-XPERT.

We believe our employees are our greatest resource. We offer competitive salary, benefits, 401k, and vacation packages for all full time permanent positions. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and GAF, Standard Logistics, SGI, and Siplast are proud to be affirmative action employers. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. If applying for positions in the U.S., must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer sponsored visa (work permit).

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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. ?