Production Operator Manufacturing · Detroit - 891

Usg; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A Chicago-based company, USG, is hiring a Production Operator for the 3rd shift in Detroit. The role involves making equipment adjustments, performing quality checks, and ensuring safety standards. The position offers a starting rate of $24.60 per hour with comprehensive benefits including medical and 401(k) matching.

Benefits

Medical, vision, and dental insurance

401(k) with company match

Pension plan

Life insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Bonuses based on performance metrics

Qualifications

• Ability to work safely and follow all safety rules.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office and email navigation.
• Good communication skills and ability to recognize unsafe conditions.

Responsibilities

• Make equipment adjustments and perform quality checks.
• Record production data accurately and perform routine maintenance.
• Recognize measurements outside specified ranges using tools.

Skills

Safety awareness

Data entry

Basic mechanical skills

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Office

Measuring devices

Forklift

Job description

Production Operator

3rd shift

Starting hourly rate: $24.60 per hour

Job Responsibilities:

• Make equipment adjustments to ensure proper specifications are met.
• Perform quality checks and record results.
• Change settings on equipment during changeovers.
• Record all production data accurately into the MDIS system.
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment as needed.

Qualifications:

• Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment and follow all safety rules.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping.
• Proficient in computer data entry and reporting, including quality data and comments related to production/loading operations.
• Recognize measurements outside specified ranges using measuring devices such as tape measures (down to 1/32") and micrometers (down to 0.001”).
• Follow instructions on work orders to complete tasks.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office and email navigation.
• Ability to operate plant equipment and troubleshoot minor issues.
• Familiarity with hand tools (hammer, wrench, screwdrivers, pliers, putty knife).
• Good communication skills and ability to recognize unsafe conditions.
• Cooperate with team members and understand the importance of safety, quality, and productivity.
• Learn procedures and retain information for ongoing use.
• Use online tools to monitor product specifications and ensure compliance.
• Make adjustments to machinery and processes to meet specifications.
• Be trained and certified in forklift operation and safe equipment handling.

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

USG offers comprehensive benefits including medical, vision, dental, 401(k) with company match, pension, life insurance, and more. Employees are also eligible for bonuses based on safety, quality, and productivity metrics, as well as paid time off and holidays.

Since 1902, Chicago-based USG has been a leader in building products and systems, committed to innovation, quality, and safety.

EOE including disability/veteran