Operator

Morton Buildings Inc.; Winfield (KS); On-site; USD 19,889 - 28,326; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/prescription coverage

401K Opportunity

Paid holidays

Job summary

Morton Buildings Inc. in Winfield, Kansas, seeks an Operator to assist in the manufacturing of building components. The role requires at least a year of production experience, preferred lift-truck operation skills, and the ability to handle physical demands. This position starts at $17.50 per hour and offers excellent benefits including medical coverage, life insurance, paid holidays, and an ESOP Retirement Program that allows you to become a company owner.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience in production or manufacturing.
• Prior lift-truck operation experience preferred.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs regularly.

Responsibilities

• Operate plant manufacturing equipment effectively.
• Follow safety and operating procedures in production.
• Utilize powered lift-truck for material movement.

Skills

Production experience

Positive attitude

Active listening skills

Tools

Powered lift-truck

Job description

Overview

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.

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

Job Description

• Learn and apply the Morton Buildings' safety and operating procedures, methods and standards to daily production
• Operate 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

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

• Compensation starting at $17.50 based on experience
• Excellent medical/dental/prescription coverage
• Life Insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Paid Leave 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.