What are the responsibilities and job description for the Machine Operator I position at GAF Materials Corporation?
GAF is looking for Machine Operators r esponsible for producing high quality commercial and residential roofing products at the Cumming, GA plant. The ideal candidate thrives in the production environment where safety, quality, service, and cost are the highest priorities. The Machine Operator will perform various, rotating duties relating to all manufacturing operations.
SHIFT: 12 hour rotating
LOCATION: Cumming, GA
PAY: $22.71/hr
Sign On / Retention Bonus - New hires will receive $1,000 after 120 days, and $1,000 after 9 months of employment!
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
High School diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
Two (2) years manufacturing experience or military experience Preferred. Strong mechanical skills, maintenance related experience and/or injection molding experience preferred.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for operation of equipment in a safe manner to prevent damage to equipment and to prevent injuries to yourself and others.
Must wear all safety and health protective equipment as specified. Must follow all safety rules.
Responsible for running one or more 1500-ton injection molding machines and resolve downstream automation faults.
Must be able to safely load and unload material using an electric pallet jack.
Must be able to inspect parts according to quality procedures.
Must keep accurate operational records as directed.
Must participate fully as a member of the production team during downtime and start-up, product changes, operational problems, clean up, training, etc.
Responsible for housekeeping in your assigned area(s).
Must be able to work any 12 hour shift of our rotating shift schedule.
Must be able to work overtime and some weekends.
Perform any other miscellaneous duties as assigned.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee frequently is required to talk or listen. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel, or crouch.
The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving equipment. The plant is climate controlled.
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