Forklift & Shipping Operator – ESOP & Great Benefits

Morton Buildings, Inc.; Morton (IL); On-site; USD 23,298 - 33,182; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/prescription coverage

401K Opportunity

Paid holidays

ESOP Retirement Program

Job summary

A leading construction company in Morton, Illinois is seeking individuals for their production team. Responsibilities include operating equipment and ensuring safety standards are met. Candidates should have at least one year of experience in a production environment, be self-motivated, and able to work in a physically demanding role. Benefits include a starting hourly rate of $20.50, excellent medical coverage, paid time off, and a retirement program that offers ownership in the company.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience in production, maintenance, manufacturing or related field desired.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly and up to 75 lbs occasionally.
• Willing to pass a pre-placement drug test.

Responsibilities

• Learn and apply safety and operating procedures.
• Operate plant manufacturing equipment.
• Read and follow production work orders.

Skills

Production experience

Forklift operation

Self-motivation

Active listening

Job description

Morton Buildings, Inc. is the industry leader in post-frame construction. We have been in business for 120 years and have more than 10 manufacturing, fabrication, and shipping plants servicing over 100 construction centers nationwide. Per year, across America, thousands of new buildings sport the familiar Morton M.

The Operator position is an active member of a production team that will assist in the manufacturing and/or assembly of building components to ensure daily production needs are being met.

Open positions include:

• Brake Press Operator
• Shear Operator
• Kitting/Crate Building
• Shipping and Receiving Operator
• Yard Operator
  
  

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

Job Description

• Learn and apply the Morton Building’s safety and operating procedures, methods and standards to daily production
• Operates plant manufacturing equipment as required
• Read, interpret, and follow production work orders and/or engineering prints
• Work in a safe, fast-paced, and changing environment
• Utilize a powered lift-truck to move material to desired location
• Follow all safety rules, standard operating procedures, and maintenance instructions
• Ensure quality and/or shipping accuracy standards are being met
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Qualifications

• A minimum of 1 year experience working in a production, maintenance, manufacturing or related capacity is highly desired
• Prior experience operating a powered lift-truck preferred
• Self-motivated with a positive attitude and good work ethic
• Willing and able to continuously improve in job performance and development
• Active listening, learning, and reading comprehension skills
• Willing and able to take direction
• Willing and able to work in a physically demanding environment. This includes moderate to loud noise levels, occasional high climbing, indoor/outdoor exposure
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs regularly; up to 75 lbs occasionally
• Able to pass a basic math test
• Willing and able to pass a pre-placement drug test
• Reliable transportation to work every day
• Flexible to work year-round; regular overtime; off-hours as needed
  
  

Benefits include:

• Starting hourly rate at $20.50
• Excellent medical/dental/prescription coverage
• Life Insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid sick time
• 401K Opportunity
• ESOP Retirement Program which makes you an owner of the company
  
  

Morton Buildings, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace. All candidates offered employment will be subject to a pre-placement test which does include a drug screen.