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GAF Project Engineer II - Mechanical in Shafter, California
Job Description:
Shafter is a city in Kern County, California, United States. It is adjacent to Bakersfield. Historically, much of Shafter's economy has been based on agriculture and ag-related industry. Local crops include almonds, pistachios, cotton, grapes and alfalfa as well as some carrots, potatoes and other vegetables. More recently Shafter has become a hub for a variety of economic endeavors including; manufacturing, logistics, and energy. There are two manufacturing plants in Shafter across the street from each other, Mat and Shingle. We are proud to work for one of the largest manufacturing companies in America!
Summary
We are looking for a Mechanical Project Engineer who will be responsible for maintaining excellence in developing, executing and controlling assigned projects to achieve plant goals. Through expert application of engineering techniques and principles, the incumbent will conduct analyses and investigations pertaining to construction of new equipment and enhancements for existing equipment to optimize productive capability of the plant. We encourage the Project Engineer to make sound recommendations, considering such factors as cost, maintainability, facility of production and availability of materials and equipment with emphasis on safety and optimum performance. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, highly adaptive and capable of managing multiple engineering assignments.
Essential Duties
Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Proactively identify engineering problems or opportunities and apply technical expertise to develop and present feasible solutions.
Take ownership for an engineering/efficiency project from conception to completion with little supervision, applying all areas of engineering expertise to obtain a workable solution.
Partner with the maintenance and production teams to identify operational or maintenance problems. Once the problem is recognized, conduct the engineering analysis and follow through with major and minor project recommendations.
Coordinate with the contractor and Company representatives to seamlessly complete engineering projects as efficiently as possible without causing production delays.
Develop detailed justifications for capital expenditures and communicate them both verbally and in writing at multiple levels within the organization.
As our Mechanical Project Engineer, you will be responsible for maintaining excellence in developing, executing and controlling assigned projects to achieve plant goals. Through expert application of engineering techniques and principles, you will conduct analyses and investigations pertaining to construction of new facilities and enhancements for existing facilities to optimize productive capability of the plant. In addition, you will be empowered to make sound recommendations, considering such factors as cost, maintainability, facility of production and availability of materials and equipment with emphasis on safety and optimum performance.
Physical Demands
Abilitytoreadandconcentrateviacomputerdataentrytypingandproofreading
Must be able to climb ladders and/or stairs and walk on open grating on elevated surfaces Required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, or crouch
Occasional climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, and balancing
Frequent use of eye, hand, and finger coordination enabling the use of office machinery
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 finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
Must continuously have the ability to differentiate colors precisely Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 50
Under This Roof, We Require
BS in Engineering, Mechanical coupled with 1+ years of demonstrated related experience in a manufacturing environment.
Demonstrated knowledge of engineering fundamentals and advanced proficiency in Google Suite and AutoCAD and Inventor (or equivalent).
Experience with safety systems to include Lock/Tag/Verify, permitting and behavior based safety programs.
Under This Roof, We Also Value
- The ideal candidate is self-motivated, highly adaptive and capable of managing multiple engineering assignments.
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.
Consideration will be given based on geography, candidate experience, and qualifications.
Annual Salary Range: 76,500-97,750
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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