Production Operator: Material Unloading & Forklift

USG; Sweetwater (OK); On-site; USD 31,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

USG in Sweetwater, OK is seeking a Materials Handler to operate the dunnage machine, unload raw material trucks and stack materials in the warehouse. This role requires safe operation of forklifts and other mobile equipment, plus attention to housekeeping and inventory accuracy.

You will participate in shift schedules (Rotating Day, 8 hours, 7am–3pm) in the Raw Material Unloading department, with benefits including medical, vision and dental options, a 401(k) plan and a pension.

Qualifications

• Ability to safely work in a manufacturing environment and follow all plant safety rules and practices.
• Treats other employees with dignity and respect in all situations.
• Maintains teamwork and a focus on effective communication.
• Maintains a high standard for housekeeping within the work area.
• Basic computer skills needed for data entry and reporting, as well as Visual Work Instruction creation.
• Ability to be trained on safe, proper operation of mobile equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot minor issues in the production process.
• Recognizes unsafe conditions or hazards within work area.
• Ability to make machine and process adjustments to ensure product is within required specifications.

Responsibilities

• Operate the dunnage machine.
• Unload raw material trucks and stack/store rolls in the warehouse.
• Empty trash hoppers and maintain housekeeping.
• Operate forklift and other mobile equipment, with inspections prior to use.
• Assist with inventory counts of raw materials.

Skills

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Communication

Housekeeping

Basic computer skills

Data entry

Equipment training

Troubleshooting

Hazard recognition

Machine adjustments

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

USG in Sweetwater, OK is seeking a Materials Handler to operate the dunnage machine, unload raw material trucks and stack materials in the warehouse. This role requires safe operation of forklifts and other mobile equipment, plus attention to housekeeping and inventory accuracy.

You will participate in shift schedules (Rotating Day, 8 hours, 7am–3pm) in the Raw Material Unloading department, with benefits including medical, vision and dental options, a 401(k) plan and a pension.