Associate Business Systems Specialist

About the Role

The GAF Business Systems Specialist (Level I) supports the implementation and integration of continuous improvement in plant operations and participates in initiatives across GAF commercial plants. This role promotes a culture of continuous improvement and efficiencies across plant products, systems, operations, and processes. The position reports directly to the Plant Manager with a dotted line to the Director GAF Production Systems Commercial.

• Assist in leading the implementation of lean principles to drive results (Safety, Quality, Customer Delivery, Cost Management) in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Help and influence change by implementing lean manufacturing methods through influence, facilitation, coaching, and mentoring the production and support teams (without direct authority).
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement by engaging people in improving the business.
• Develop the site team through hands‑on improvement projects combined with relevant training in all manufacturing, support, and administrative functions.
• Measure and report progress to the site team and Plant Manager, ensuring improvement projects and training align with GAF Business Systems standards and are sustained over time; advertise the plant team’s successes to upper management.
• Conduct gap assessments and ensure conformance to requirements of GAF Business Systems Standards.
• Ensure consistent implementation of quality improvements and actively promote continuous improvement.
• Present, facilitate, and lead assigned process improvement events (Kaizen).
• Train and develop staff competencies in basic and advanced problem‑solving methodologies.
• Collaborate with cross‑organizational manufacturing management teams to ensure appropriate participation and support.

• H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Demonstrated leadership, organizational, and follow‑up skills.
• Strong problem‑solving, team‑building, planning, and decision‑making skills.
• Influences others through informal leadership, teaching, and hands‑on demonstrations of Lean principles and practices.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Positive influencing, encouraging, and motivating others to get results.
• Ability to work independently, manage through others, and maintain schedules and deadlines.
• Effective presentation and group facilitation skills.

• Experience implementing continuous improvements and improvement systems.
• Experience supporting logistics, supply chain, and 3rd‑party outsourcing and application of industrial systems management (IE methods).
• Understanding of quality systems (data management, lab/test equipment calibration management, sampling and test plans, nonconformance/disposition, supplier management, CAPA, auditing).
• Proficiency in Google Sheets, Slides, etc.

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Base Salary Range: $57,608–$79,211 (exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses). Individual compensation offers will be determined based on geographic location, relevant candidate experience, skill, education, and/or qualifications.

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 various journeys to fertility and parenthood. The 401(k) plan includes an employer match with pre‑tax and/or Roth contributions. Additional programs include work‑life balance perks such as wellness programs, free financial coaching, a referral program, and product rebates for employees’ primary residences.

Internal training programs, courses, and a generous tuition reimbursement program support professional growth. We foster a culture that reflects our values of connection, empowerment, evolution, and inspiration, and provide opportunities through Employee Resource Groups for education and allyship.

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. We believe our employees are our greatest resource and offer competitive salary, benefits, 401(k), and vacation packages for all full‑time permanent positions.

GAF, Standard Logistics, SGI, and Siplast are proud to be affirmative action employers and 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. Applying for positions in the U.S. requires eligibility to work without employer‑sponsored visa.