Production Operator

USG; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Pension plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

USG is seeking a Quality Lab Tester to join our plant quality lab. You will perform various quality testing tasks in a factory environment, adhere to safety standards, and help monitor test trends. You will learn testing duties from instruction and self-study, and record data accurately.

Shifts are nights, 7pm to 7am, up to 56 hours a week. Hourly pay is $24, with potential adjustments based on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• Able to work in a manufacturing lab setting in a safe manner and follow all plant safety and housekeeping rules.
• Ability to learn to operate and troubleshoot lab testing equipment.
• Ability to interpret verbal and written work instructions.
• Ability to apply basic computer skills required for data entry and reporting.
• Possess ability to become proficient at performing tests and taking measurements as needed to verify product is within specifications.
• Effective teamwork and communication skills needed with all co-workers.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all safety/housekeeping requirements within a plant quality lab setting.
• Performance of various quality testing tasks in factory environment.
• Must be willing and able to learn testing duties from instruction and self-study, including the ability to recognize and respond to test trends.
• Recording of quality data and other results in the manner required.
• 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.

Skills

Lab safety

Equipment operation

Data entry

Teamwork

Attendance

Job description

Job Title:

Quality Lab Tester

Role & Responsibilities

• Adhere to all safety/housekeeping requirements within a plant quality lab setting.
• Performance of various quality testing tasks in factory environment.
• Must be willing and able to learn testing duties from instruction and self-study, including the ability to recognize and respond to test trends.
• Possess basic communication and problem-solving skills.
• Recording of quality data and other results in the manner required.
• 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 lab setting in a safe manner and follow all plant safety and housekeeping rules.
• Ability to learn to operate and troubleshoot lab testing equipment.
• Ability to interpret verbal and written work instructions.
• Ability to apply basic computer skills required for data entry and reporting.
• Possess ability to become proficient at performing tests and taking measurements as needed to verify product is within specifications.
• Effective teamwork and communication skills needed with all co-workers.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Shift

• Nights 7pm - 7am, up to 56 hours a week.

Hourly Pay: $24

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.