Production Operator - #3 Board Sweetwater

Usg; Sweetwater (TX); On-site; USD 37,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Pension plan

Life insurance

Dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

USG is seeking a Production Operator in Texas to operate production equipment, troubleshoot issues, and ensure products meet quality specifications. You will record data, perform basic maintenance, and participate in safety and continuous improvement efforts.

The role requires flexibility for rotating shifts (6am–2pm, 2pm–10pm, 10pm–6am) and teamwork with co-workers to maintain smooth operations. Benefits include health options and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Able to work in a manufacturing setting with safety rules.
• Ability to learn to operate and troubleshoot plant equipment.
• Interpret verbal and written work instructions.
• Apply basic computer skills for data entry and reporting.
• Proficient at taking measurements to verify product specs.
• Have basic maintenance skills with common hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety/housekeeping requirements in manufacturing.
• Operate production equipment and adjust as needed to meet specs.
• Record production data and other results accurately.
• Apply basic maintenance skills to service equipment.
• Participate in plant safety and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Adapt to rotating shifts, overtime, weekends as required.

Skills

Safety

Troubleshooting

Reading instructions

Data entry

Measurements

Maintenance basics

Teamwork

Attendance

Tools

Hammer

Wrench

Screwdrivers

Pliers

Putty knife

Job description

Job Title: Production Operator

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 shift, 8 hours, 6am – 2pm, 2pm – 10pm, 10pm – 6am.
• Department: #3 Board, Loading
• Pay Rate/Range: $27.50/hr.

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