Operator - Fabrication

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

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

ESOP Retirement Program

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Morton, Illinois, is looking for an Operator to join its production team. The role involves assisting in manufacturing and assembly, adhering to safety protocols, and operating manufacturing equipment. With a starting hourly rate of $20.50, there are opportunities for overtime and advancement. Ideal candidates will have at least one year of experience in a production environment, a positive attitude, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly. Comprehensive benefits include life insurance and a retirement program.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience in a production or related role.
• Prior experience operating a powered lift-truck preferred.
• Able to work in a physically demanding environment.

Responsibilities

• Learn and apply safety and operating procedures.
• Operate plant manufacturing equipment as required.
• Ensure quality and shipping accuracy standards are met.

Skills

Ability to take direction

Active listening

Self-motivation

Good work ethic

Learning and reading comprehension

Tools

Powered lift-truck

Job description

Morton Buildings, Inc. is the industry leader in post-frame construction. We have been in business for more than 110 years and have six manufacturing plants servicing 106 construction centers nationwide. Per year, across America, more than 3,500 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 (based on experience) with available overtime and room to advance
• Life Insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• 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.

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