Production Operator

Usg; Danville (VA); On-site; USD 32,346 - 41,768; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance options

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Annual bonus potential

Job summary

USG in Danville, Virginia, is seeking dedicated production workers for a role involving the operation and maintenance of production equipment. The job requires adaptability to shift work and a commitment to safety within a manufacturing environment.

Employees enjoy numerous benefits including two medical insurance options, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and performance bonuses. Pay ranges from $23.48 to $30.32 per hour.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow plant safety and housekeeping rules.
• Able to interpret verbal and written instructions.
• Proficiency in taking measurements for product verification.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety and housekeeping requirements.
• Operate and troubleshoot production equipment.
• Record production data as required.
• Participate in safety initiatives.

Skills

Safe operation in manufacturing

Equipment troubleshooting

Basic maintenance skills

Effective teamwork

Basic computer skills

Tools

Common hand tools

Job description

Schedule

Rotating shifts: 6 am – 2 pm, 2 pm – 10 pm, 10 pm – 6 am; rotating shifts every 2 weeks with huddles starting 15 minutes before start time.

Rate of Pay

Hourly pay range: $23.48 - $30.32 per hour. Rate may be adjusted based on qualifications and experience.

Role & Responsibilities

• Adhere to all safety/housekeeping requirements within a manufacturing setting.
• Operate production equipment, troubleshoot, and make necessary adjustments to ensure product and quality specifications are met.
• Record production data and other results as required.
• Apply basic maintenance skills to help service equipment.
• Take an active role in all plant safety and continuous improvement initiatives as required by supervision.
• Be adaptable to scheduling requirements including shift work, overtime assignment, working weekends, etc. where applicable.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Ability to work in a manufacturing setting safely 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.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and reporting.
• Proficiency in taking measurements as needed to verify product is within specifications.
• Basic maintenance skills, familiarity with common hand tools (hammer, wrench, screwdrivers, pliers, putty knife, etc.).
• Effective teamwork and communication skills with coworkers.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Additional Information

• Shift: 8-hour rotating.
• Department: Production - Board.

Benefits

USG employees enjoy a number of benefit options including two medical insurance options, vision and dental coverage. 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. Additional benefits include a 401(k) Investment Plan with company match and a pension plan, life insurance, accident insurance, legal insurance, pet insurance, yearly bonus potential for all employees based on performance metrics tied to safety, quality, and productivity, paid time off, and paid holidays.

EOE including disability/veteran.