Production Operator – Miscellaneous Crew

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

Role & Responsibilities

• Responsible for operating the dunnage machine.
• Responsible for unloading raw material trucks, including paper and glass mat rolls Responsible for. stacking/storing raw materials in the warehouse.
• Responsible for emptying trash hoppers throughout the plant.
• Requires operation of a forklift, waste truck, man lift, and other mobile equipment, including. inspections prior to use.
• Responsible for inventory counts on raw materials.

Qualifications & Requirements

• 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.

Additional Information

• Shift: Rotating Day, 8 hours, 7am - 3pm.
• Department: Raw Material Unloading
• 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