Production Operator - Forklift

Usg; Mediapolis (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as a Production Operator where your skills in forklift operation and teamwork will shine. This role involves ensuring the safe and efficient loading and unloading of materials, interpreting customer orders, and maintaining equipment. You will play a crucial role in supporting plant safety and continuous improvement initiatives, contributing to a collaborative environment. With a commitment to employee well-being, the company offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and 401(k) plans, along with opportunities for bonuses based on performance. If you're adaptable and ready to take on a rewarding challenge, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Vision Coverage

Dental Coverage

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Pension Plan

Life Insurance

Accident Insurance

Pet Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• Able to safely operate a forklift in a manufacturing setting.
• Basic maintenance skills needed to help service equipment.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety requirements within a plant warehouse setting.
• Use forklift for loading/unloading finished products and raw materials.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Troubleshooting

Data Entry

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Job description

Job Title: Production Operator (Forklift)

Role & Responsibilities:

1. Adhere to all safety/housekeeping requirements within a plant warehouse setting.
2. Use of forklift in the timely loading or unloading of finished product and raw materials to/from trucks/railcars, and from the production line.
3. Interpret customer orders so as to pull, stage, load, and check materials in a manner that ensures accurate and timely shipment.
4. Record shipping data and other results in the manner required.
5. Troubleshoot and apply basic maintenance skills to help service equipment.
6. Take an active role in all plant safety and continuous improvement initiatives as required by supervision.
7. Adaptable to scheduling requirements including shiftwork, assignment of overtime, working weekends, etc. where applicable.

Qualifications & Requirements:

1. Able to safely operate a forklift in a manufacturing setting.
2. Ability to inspect and troubleshoot the forklift to detect issues and maximize operational availability.
3. Ability to interpret verbal instructions and written documents such as customer orders.
4. Ability to apply basic computer skills required for data entry and reporting.
5. Proficiency at accurately recording shipping data.
6. Possess basic maintenance skills needed to help service equipment.
7. Effective teamwork and communication skills needed with all co-workers.
8. Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Additional Information:

Shift: 2nd shift – 2:45pm to 11pm

Department: Service

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, including medical insurance options, vision and dental coverage, a 401(k) Investment Plan with company match, and a pension plan. Employees may also choose from additional programs like life insurance, accident insurance, and pet insurance. USG offers Quarterly (hourly) / Annual (salary) bonus potential 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