Raw Material Unloader

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. About GAF - Newton, Kansas Newton is a vibrant Kansas community founded in 1871 on a spirit of work, from its earliest days as a railroad, agriculture and cattle drive hub. With a population of about 20,000, Newton and neighboring North Newton features an active arts community, three National Historic Districts, a variety of museums, trails, restaurants, shops and attractions, Bethel College, award winning school districts, a championship golf course, first-class convention center and many other amenities. This collaborative region is close to dynamic Wichita and may be the next best place for you to call home, in GAF’s newest “Field of Dreams!”  New Plant, New Opportunities If you haven’t been part of a greenfield startup, now is your chance. GAF is the North American leader in residential roofing materials. We are honored to be constructing our newest shingle manufacturing facility in Newton KS and hiring is underway as we build our initial plant leadership team. Due to our investment in training and the development of employees, you will have the opportunity to travel to our other locations, engage with peers, support the hiring of plant staff and participate in the design and construction of the facility. Expect your first years to be rewarding and challenging with an amazing team fully supporting you. You will wear many hats during the construction and commissioning phases of the project, and ease into your steady role over time. Job Summary The Supply Chain Associate II serves as an experienced operational core of the Supply Chain team, responsible for the efficient and independent movement of finished goods and/or raw materials within a high-volume manufacturing environment. Having transitioned from foundational training to full operational proficiency, the Associate demonstrates the capability to independently manage complex truck and rail loading and unloading sequences with minimal oversight. This role is defined by a high degree of technical accuracy, requiring the Associate to maintain inventory integrity through the proactive application of FIFO principles and meticulous documentation. Success relies on advanced spatial awareness for safe equipment operation, a thorough understanding of rail safety and weight distribution protocols, and the ability to troubleshoot common Supply Chain hurdles to keep production lines running without interruption. Essential Duties Champion a safe and clean work environment, embedding safety as the highest priority within our culture. Participate in safety, continuous improvement, and 5S initiatives. Maintain compliance with safety policies and procedures, conduct inspections of plant areas and/or equipment, and ensure deficiencies found are resolved or appropriately communicated. Safely operate industrial equipment to efficiently move raw materials, and/or finished goods to appropriate plant location Safely unload raw materials and load finished goods from/to commercial trucks and/or rail cars Independently execute the loading and/or unloading of raw materials and finished goods from commercial trucks and railcars. Ensure optimal weight distribution and load security without direct supervision. Demonstrate mastery of all industrial material handling equipment (forklifts, trackmobile,, etc.) to move materials between storage, production lines, and shipping docks with high precision Perform advanced verification of inbound and outbound manifests, including Bills of Lading (BOL) and packing slips. Identify and resolve discrepancies in SKU, lot numbers, or quantities before they impact production. Maintain strict adherence to First-In-First-Out (FIFO) principles for both raw materials and finished goods. Perform regular cycle counts and investigate inventory variances as they arise. Efficiently utilize Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and RF scanners to perform real-time transactions, ensuring data integrity across the supply chain. Identify and resolve immediate operational bottlenecks, such as equipment malfunctions or dock congestion, to maintain the facility’s high-volume throughput. Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications Required H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) 2+ years in a safety sensitive position within an industrial, distribution or manufacturing environment General Knowledge, Skills and Abilities A demonstrated commitment to safety Excellent interpersonal skills Strong attention to detail Ability to work as a team player Situational awareness in plants with moving machinery, overhead hazards and pedestrian walkways Strong communication skills required when working with employees at all levels of the organization, third party logistics providers, rail carriers, and truck drivers. Ability to pivot quickly to supply chain disruptions Able to work under limited supervision make independent judgement and decisions as necessary. Ability to identify problems and resolve conflicts within a collaborative, team-driven environment Basic mathematical skills required for counting during receiving and verifying pallet/load quantities against Bills of Lading Ability to maintain productivity during an 8 to 12 hour shift that may involve bending, lifting, and mounting/dismounting equipment. Excellent organization skills. Technical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Entry-level proficiency in G suite Knowledge of OSHA and FRA regula