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.
GAF Energy is transforming the rooftop solar industry to generate “Energy from Every Roof”. As a Standard Industries company, GAF Energy works in partnership with North America’s largest roofing and waterproofing manufacturer, GAF, offering homeowners elegant, roof-integrated solar options. The company also provides commercial tax equity funding for large-scale rooftop solar projects. For more information about GAF Energy, visit www.gaf.energy.
What part will you play?
The GAF Energy Manufacturing organization is seeking a dynamic and experienced IT/OT Site Lead, who will be the subject matter expert in our Manufacturing Operating/Information Technology systems and architecture.
With outstanding manufacturing and IT experience, s/he will be a critical leader in the overall OT architecture and processes- including delivery and maintenance of our MES and Warehouse management system, and the interfacing of these systems with the PLM (Arena) and ERP (Peoplesoft).
The ideal candidate will have a talent for driving results and thrive in the space between startup and explosive growth.
This role will report to the Senior Director, Manufacturing Operations.
What will you do?
Become the subject matter expert on the system architecture and functionalities of the MES and WMS systems, and integrations with the PLM, ERP, and factory hardware
Collaborate with cross functional teams to finalize the MES vendor selection and drive the implementation plan
Drive the integration of MES, WMS, PLM, ERP, and quality systems to meet business needs in accordance to manufacturing business needs, corporate standards, and cyber security best practices
Be the on-site point of contact and own the efficiency and functionalities of the MES and WMS, working directly with vendors to troubleshoot issues related to production hardware, data availability/reporting/business intelligence, etc.
Be the on-site supporting point of contact for any integration/interfacing issued between the MES/WMS and the PLM, ERP, and quality systems
Manage a small team of IT technicians and collaborate with cross functional business groups to troubleshoot any desktop services issues (laptops, conferencing systems (Google Meet), servers/switches, AV, badge reading system, etc.)
Collaborate with quality, logistics, production, and the training manager to create process SOPs on how to best use MES and WMS, create material and conduct training sessions
Build collaborative and effective working relationships with factory leadership, Supply Chain, R&D and Finance organizations to deliver accurate reporting and necessary business intelligence
Continue to analyze, improve, and deploy the Manufacturing IT/OT ecosystem, especially to implement at future factories
Foster an environment which looks for opportunities to improve business processes such that they truly add value
What do we require from you?
BS in a technical field (Engineering, Information Technology, Computer Science, or equivalent) and 7 years of work experience in manufacturing IT/OT
Minimum 3 years work experience supporting manufacturing line and/or factory bring up for a discrete production process involving electronic components and subassemblies
Experience in personally delivering large scale and highly complex initiatives under pressure
Comfort with navigation across diverse opinions to drive towards consensus
Skilled in managing at both detailed and strategic levels
Ability to take ambiguity in problem definition and drive towards clarity
Resiliency and ability to adapt to a fast pace, often with dynamic priorities
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.
