Job Description
GAF Energyis transforming the solar and roofing industries to generate energy from every roof. A Standard Industriescompany, GAF Energy works with North America’s largest roofing and waterproofing manufacturer, GAF, to offer homeowners elegant, roof-integrated solar options through a national network of roofing partners. The company’s leading product, Timberline Solar™, incorporates the world’s first nailable solar shingle to create an attractive, durable, and reliable solar roof. GAF Energy’s products have received numerous awards and honors, including the Fast Company2022 World Changing Ideas Award, the CES Best of Innovation Award, named The Best Solar Shingleby CNET, and an NAHB Best of IBS Award. GAF Energy develops and assembles its products in the United States at its facilities in California and Texas.
About GAF Energy:
GAF Energy is transforming the solar and roofing industries to generate energy from every roof. A Standard Industries company, GAF Energy works with North America’s largest roofing and waterproofing manufacturer, GAF, to offer homeowners elegant, roof-integrated solar options through a national network of roofing partners. The company’s leading product, Timberline Solar™, incorporates the world’s first nailable solar shingle to create an attractive, durable, and reliable solar roof. GAF Energy’s products have received numerous awards and honors, including the Fast Company 2022 World Changing Ideas Award, the CES Best of Innovation Award, named The Best Solar Shingle by CNET, and an NAHB Best of IBS Award. GAF Energy develops and assembles its products in the United States at its facilities in California and Texas.
What part will you play?
We are seeking a motivated and experienced Production Lead to oversee the daily operations of our renewable energy manufacturing plant. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in production management, exceptional leadership skills, and a commitment to sustainability and innovation. This role is crucial in ensuring that our manufacturing processes run efficiently, safely, and within budget, while meeting the highest quality standards.
What will you do?
Supervise Production Operations: Manage and oversee daily production activities, ensuring smooth and efficient operations.
Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of production workers, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations.
Process Improvement: Identify areas for improvement in the production process and implement solutions to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
Quality Control: Ensure all products meet the company’s quality standards and comply with industry regulations.
Safety Management: Maintain a safe working environment by enforcing safety protocols and conducting regular safety audits.
Resource Management: Manage the allocation of resources, including materials, equipment, and labor, to optimize production.
Reporting: Prepare and present regular reports on production performance, including key metrics such as productivity, quality, and safety.
Collaboration: Work closely with other departments, including engineering, maintenance, and supply chain, to ensure coordinated efforts towards common goals.
What do we require from you?
Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in a production lead or equivalent role, preferably in the renewable energy sector.
Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop a team.
Technical Skills: Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and equipment. Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies is a plus.
Problem-Solving: Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to make quick, effective decisions in a fast-paced environment.
Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Safety-Oriented: Commitment to maintaining a safe working environment for all employees.
Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze data and metrics to drive decision-making and process improvements.
Benefits:
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 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.
