Production Operator

USG; Town of Oakfield (NY); On-site; USD 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Quarterly and annual bonuses

Job summary

USG in Town of Oakfield, NY, is hiring for a manufacturing position with a pay rate of $24.90 per hour. This role entails operating production equipment, recording production data, and ensuring adherence to safety and housekeeping standards. Candidates should have basic maintenance skills and be able to follow verbal and written instructions. USG offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and 401(k) plans, alongside paid time off and bonuses based on performance metrics.

Qualifications

• Able to work safely in a manufacturing environment adhering to all guidelines.
• Learn to operate and troubleshoot production equipment effectively.
• Interpret and follow verbal and written instructions accurately.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment while ensuring quality standards.
• Record production data and perform basic maintenance.
• Participate in safety and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Manufacturing safety knowledge

Equipment troubleshooting

Basic computer skills

Teamwork and communication

Basic maintenance skills

Ability to follow instructions

Tools

Common hand tools

Job description

Pay Rate

$24.90 per hour

Shift

7am - 7pm & 7pm - 7am rotating schedule monthly, 4 days on & 2 days off.

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.
• Effective teamwork and communication skills needed with all co-workers.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Additional Information

• Shift: 12-hour rotating
• Department: Production

Rate of pay may be adjusted based on the qualifications and experience of the candidate.

Benefits

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.

EOE including disability/veteran