Forklift Operator

USG; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision & dental insurance

401(k) with company match

Pension plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

USG is seeking a forklift operator for our Bridgeport, CT plant. The role involves safely operating a forklift, loading and unloading materials, pulling and staging orders, and maintaining accurate shipping records.

The position requires attention to safety, the ability to troubleshoot basic forklift issues, and flexibility to work shifts, overtime, and weekends as needed. A strong team player who communicates well will thrive in this role.

Qualifications

• Ability to safely operate a forklift in a manufacturing setting.
• Inspect and troubleshoot forklift to maximize uptime.
• Interpret verbal and written orders for material handling.
• Apply basic computer skills for data entry and reporting.
• Proficiency in accurately recording shipping data.
• Possess basic maintenance skills to service equipment.
• Effective teamwork and communication with co-workers.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety/housekeeping requirements within a plant warehouse setting.
• Use of forklift in the timely loading or unloading of finished product and raw materials to/from trucks/railcars, and from the production line.
• Interpret customer orders so as to pull, stage, load, and check materials in a manner that ensures accurate and timely shipment.
• Recording of shipping data and other results in the manner required.
• Troubleshoot and apply basic maintenance skills to help service equipment.
• Active role in all plant safety and continuous improvement initiatives as required by supervision.
• Adaptable to scheduling requirements including shiftwork, overtime, weekends, etc. where applicable.

Skills

Forklift operation

Forklift inspection

Forklift troubleshooting

Order interpretation

Data entry

Shipping data recording

Equipment maintenance

Teamwork

Attendance

Job description

Role & Responsibilities

• Adhere to all safety/housekeeping requirements within a plant warehouse setting.
• Use of forklift in the timely loading or unloading of finished product and raw materials to/from trucks/railcars, and from the production line.
• Interpret customer orders so as to pull, stage, load, and check materials in a manner that ensures accurate and timely shipment.
• Recording of shipping data and other results in the manner required.
• Troubleshoot and apply basic maintenance skills to help service equipment.
• Expected to take an active role in all plant safety and continuous improvement initiatives as required by supervision.
• Adaptable to scheduling requirements including shiftwork, assignment of overtime, working weekends, etc. where applicable.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Able to safely operate a forklift in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to inspect and troubleshoot the forklift to detect issues and maximize operational availability.
• Ability to interpret verbal instructions and written documents such as customer orders.
• Ability to apply basic computer skills required for data entry and reporting.
• Proficiency at accurately recording shipping data.
• Possess basic maintenance skills needed to help service equipment.
• Effective teamwork and communication skills needed with all co-workers.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Hourly Pay: $22.38

Rate of pay may be adjusted based on the qualifications and experience of the candidate.

USG employees enjoy a number of benefit options for themselves and their families. These include two medical insurance options, as well as vision and dental coverage. The cost of these optional programs varies based on coverage level - employees generally pay 25% of the monthly premium cost, USG pays the rest. These coverage options are offered on the first day of employment with no waiting period.

Additionally, USG employees enjoy both a 401(k) Investment Plan with company match and a pension plan. Beyond these main features, employees may also choose from a number of additional programs like life insurance, accident insurance, legal insurance, even pet insurance, just to name a few. USG also offers Quarterly (hourly) / Annual (salary) bonus potential for all employees based on performance metrics tied to safety, quality, and productivity. USG also provides employees with paid time off and paid holidays.

Since 1902, Chicago-based USG has been a leader in producing innovative, award-winning products and systems to build everything from major commercial developments and residential housing to home improvements. USG's employees are committed to the highest levels of customer satisfaction and quality in everything we do. Our steadfast commitment to the company's core business values – innovation, quality, integrity, service, diversity, efficiency and safety – have helped us become the company we are today.

EOE including disability/veteran