Production Operator

USG; Danville (WA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

USG is seeking a Production Technician to operate equipment, troubleshoot issues, and record data to ensure quality and efficiency in a board production environment.

The role requires learning to interpret instructions, basic computer data entry, and maintaining safety standards while supporting continuous improvement initiatives. Shift work and weekend availability may be required.

Qualifications

• Safe operation in a manufacturing setting and obeying plant 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 taking measurements to verify product specs.
• Basic maintenance skills and proper use of common hand tools.
• Effective teamwork and communication with coworkers.
• Regular and predictable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment and troubleshoot to meet product/quality specs.
• Record production data and results as required.
• Apply basic maintenance skills to service equipment.
• Participate in plant safety and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Adapt to shift work, overtime, weekends as needed.

Skills

Safety procedures

Troubleshooting

Data entry

Reading instructions

Measuring tools

Basic tool usage

Teamwork

Attendance

Tools

Hand tools

Maintenance basics

Data collection software

Job description

Schedule: rotating shifts are 6 am - 2 pm, 2 pm - 10 pm, and 10 pm to 6 am; rotating shifts every 2 weeks with huddles starting 15 minutes before start time.

Starting hourly payrate: $23.48 - $30.32 per hour.

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: 8-hour rotating

Department: Production - Board

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