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GAF Quality Control Technician in Valdosta, Georgia

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.

About GAF – Valdosta, Georgia

Valdosta is a diverse, lively city in southern Georgia. Just miles from Florida, Valdosta is also only a few hours from Disney World or the beach, and is conveniently located between Jacksonville and Atlanta.

Team or Function Overview

Our world class company is growing our commercial business, and GAF just opened its newest state of the art TPO Commercial Roofing plant in Valdosta. Being part of this startup team is a fun and rewarding opportunity, so come to GAF and enjoy Valdosta’s lifestyle. There's never been a better time to join our company! At GAF, you won’t be just a number, you’ll be an essential employee in our newest plant.

Summary

The Quality Control Technician III is responsible for providing impeccable support to the Production Teams at the Valdosta Plant. The ideal candidate thrives in environments where safety, quality, service and cost are the highest priorities. The Quality Control Technician will perform various quality systems and testing activities for manufacturing operation, including raw material, quality audits, plant trials, quality lab maintenance and organization.

Schedule

Currently, the QC Technician schedule is aligned with the plant production schedule. This will be 12 hour shifts, alternating days and nights every 30 days. Currently, and planned for the next 12 months, the plant runs 3-4 days per week, normally Monday through Wednesday or Monday through Thursday, providing a 36 hour week, then 48. The QC Tech shifts may change to meet business needs, and the plant will eventually operate on a 24 hour, 7 day per week schedule.

Our Valdosta team leaders will always do the best we can to confirm and communicate work schedules in advance.

Essential Duties

Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

● Review real time product quality on a consistent basis

● Participating or lead audits of the quality systems with external auditors

● Assists and supports the Process Engineer and Technical Services Manager with projects as needed

● Generate timely, consistent reports to ensure quality specifications are met

● Perform raw material and physical property tests

● Communicate effectively with production operators and leaders

● Audit lab and manufacturing processes

● Evaluating whether to reject or pass finished roofing products, manufactured warehouse items and other plant productions by observing samples

● Provide updates to the plant MSDS database as needed

● Order routine lab supplies through approved processes and approvals

● Maintain lab calibrations and documentation

● Assure all activities are performed safely

● Participate in new material trials in coordination with R&D

● Verifies and inspects incoming raw materials

● Works safely to prevent on-the-job injuries

● Maintains raw material and finished product specs, controlled documents, calendar, and email using the google suite of products

● Makes necessary adjustments by notifying operator and/or manager and retesting product

● Tests multiple samples by using averages

● Checks data readings to specification by performing unit conversions

● Maintains housekeeping with consistent lab and facility maintenance

● Additional projects and tasks may be assigned as business needs require

Under This Roof, We Require

● High school diploma or GED

● 3+ years quality experience in a fast paced, manufacturing environment

Under This Roof, We Also Value

● Associates or BS degree in Science or Engineering is preferred

● Experience supporting production and business goals

● Demonstrated experience as a lab technician in a manufacturing environment is preferred

● Positive attitude, ability to adapt, manage stress and contribute to a team environment

● Ability to communicate, both written, and orally, in English is required

● The Valdosta site is a tobacco and e-cigarette free facility; any exceptions will be addressed on site

How We Protect What Matters Most

● 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 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. ​

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