Production Operator

USG; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance options

Vision insurance

Dental coverage

401(k) with company match

Pension plan

Paid time off

Job summary

USG is seeking a Production Operator for our Baltimore- Durock facility with a rotating 12-hour shift, 6am–6pm and 6pm–6am. Starting pay is $26.55 per hour. You will operate production equipment, troubleshoot to meet product specs, record data, and assist with basic equipment maintenance while upholding safety standards.

The role requires safe work practices, data entry, measurement accuracy, and teamwork. Overtime, weekend work, and shift rotation are expected, with comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• Able to work in a manufacturing setting with safe work practices.
• Ability to learn to operate and troubleshoot plant equipment.
• Ability to interpret verbal and written work instructions.
• Ability to apply basic computer skills for data entry and reporting.
• Proficiency at taking measurements to verify product specifications.
• Familiarity with common hand tools and proper usage.
• Effective teamwork and communication with co-workers.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment and troubleshoot to ensure product and quality specifications are met.
• Record production data and results as required.
• Apply basic maintenance skills to service equipment.
• Participate actively in plant safety and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Adapt to rotating shift schedule and overtime/weekend work as needed.

Skills

Safety first

Equipment operation

Troubleshooting

Data entry and reporting

Basic measurement skills

Hand tools use

Teamwork

Attendance

Tools

Hammer

Wrench

Screwdrivers

Pliers

Putty knife

Job description

Starting hourly payrate $26.55 per hour.

Shift, 12-hour shift, rotation weekly, 6am - 6pm/ 6pm - 6am.

Role & Responsibilities

• Adhere to all safety/housekeeping requirements within a manufacturing setting.
• Responsible for operating production equipment, including troubleshooting and making the necessary adjustments to ensure product and quality specifications are met.
• Recording of production data and other results in the manner required.
• 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 work in a manufacturing setting in a safe manner and follow all plant safety and housekeeping rules.
• Ability to learn to operate and troubleshoot plant equipment.
• Ability to interpret verbal and written work instructions.
• Ability to apply basic computer skills required for data entry and reporting.
• Proficiency at taking measurements as needed to verify product is within specifications.
• Possess basic maintenance skills, including familiarity with common hand tools and how to properly use them (Hammer, wrench, screwdrivers, pliers, putty knife, etc.).
• Effective teamwork and communication skills needed with all co-workers.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Additional Information

• Shift: Rotating Schedule (6a-6p; 6p-6a)
• Department: Baltimore- Durock
• Pay Rate/Range: $26.55-33.90 hourly

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

Headquartered in Chicago, we serve construction markets around the world with wall, ceiling, flooring, sheathing and roofing products that enable our customers to build the outstanding spaces where people live, work and play.

Our network of plants, mines, quarries and other facilities includes 49 manufacturing locations and over 7,500 employees across North America.