Company Introduction:

At GAF, we cover more than just buildings. We cover each other. Under this roof, you will have the tools and resources you need to grow and develop in your career. You will experience our incredible culture and will be empowered to support your teammates, your customers, and especially your community. Under this roof, we define the future while leading the present through our deep well of experience and our responsibility to the future to drive improvements and innovation in our products. We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most.

Job Summary:

Plant Overview

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!

Job Summary
We are looking for a Machinist who is skilled at operating lathes, mills, drill presses, saws, and ancillary machines. The candidate should have a thorough understanding of the tooling required for machining operations such as for turning, tapering, hole making, milling, and threading. The candidate must be competent at machine setup, operation, and maintenance. The candidate will use machine tools for the precision manufacturing of components and complex equipment.

This is a Monday - Friday, First Shift position with overtime as needed!

Essential Duties

• Fabrication of machine components using mills, lathes, drill presses, and other precision equipment

• Turning of rolls and shafts on large swing lathes

• Programming of CNC mills and lathes; selection of the optimal tooling, feed rates, and paths to minimize manufacturing costs and ensure quality

• Machine setup, operation, and maintenance; upkeep of the work area in a clean and safe order

• Read and interpret technical drawings, data sheets, and specifications

• Use of calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, gauges, and other instruments for precise measurements

• Handling of heavy, large, or awkward parts manually or with cranes

• Fitting and assembly of machined parts into equipment

• Procurement and inventory of bits, drills, tools, and consumable supplies

• Enter raw material consumption, machine utilization, and labor in the CMMS/ERP software

• Perform other duties as assigned

Under This Roof, We Require:

• H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)

• 3 years experience operating CNC mills and lathes

• Experience using CAM and CAD software, preferably Autodesk products

• Good communication and collaboration skills

• Willing to work overtime as needed

Under This Roof, We Value:

• Associate’s Degree (AA) in Machining Technology or comparable degree from an accredited college is preferred

• A Machining Technology Certificate will be considered with relevant experience

• Experience with Google G Suite desired Preferred

Physical Demands

• Ability to read and concentrate via computer data entry typing and proofreading

• Must be able to climb ladders and/or stairs and walk on open grating on elevated surfaces

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

• Required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, or crouch

• Frequent sitting, walking, and standing, and 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

• Occasionally operate business machines

• Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear

Consideration will be given based on geography, candidate experience, and qualifications.

Hourly Rate: 38.02

How We Protect What Matters Most:

1. We offer a wide range of health insurance options that include medical, dental, and vision for you and your family. 2. Our Family-Building benefits support the many different journeys to fertility and parenthood. 3. Our robust 401K plan includes an employer match contribution with your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions. 4. 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. 5. Professional growth and development are very important to us! We offer internal training programs and courses, as well as a generous tuition reimbursement program. 6. 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).