Production Operator: Safety‑Focused Troubleshooter

Usg; Bridgeport (CT); Hybrid; USD 46,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance (2 options)

Vision and dental coverage

401(k) with company match

Pension plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Other voluntary programs (life, acdct,

Job summary

USG is a manufacturing employer seeking a candidate to operate production equipment, troubleshoot issues, and record data in a safety-conscious environment. The role requires attention to product specifications and basic maintenance skills.

Candidates should be comfortable with shift work, overtime, and weekends as needed. Compensation starts at an hourly rate of $22.38, with benefits and advancement opportunities available.

Qualifications

• Must work safely in a manufacturing setting and follow plant safety and housekeeping rules.
• Able to learn to operate and troubleshoot plant equipment.
• Able to interpret verbal and written work instructions.
• Ability to apply basic computer skills for data entry and reporting.
• Proficiency taking measurements to verify product is within specs.
• Basic maintenance skills and familiarity with common hand tools (hammer, wrench, screwdrivers, pliers, putty knife).
• Effective teamwork and communication with all co-workers.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to safety/housekeeping rules within a manufacturing setting.
• Operate production equipment and troubleshoot, adjusting to meet product and quality specs.
• Record production data and other results as required.
• Apply basic maintenance skills to service equipment.
• Participate in plant safety and continuous improvement initiatives as directed.
• Be adaptable to shift work, overtime, weekends as needed.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• Hourly Pay: $22.38

Skills

Safety awareness

Equipment operation

Troubleshooting

Data entry

Measurement

Basic maintenance

Teamwork

Instruction interpretation

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

USG is a manufacturing employer seeking a candidate to operate production equipment, troubleshoot issues, and record data in a safety-conscious environment. The role requires attention to product specifications and basic maintenance skills.

Candidates should be comfortable with shift work, overtime, and weekends as needed. Compensation starts at an hourly rate of $22.38, with benefits and advancement opportunities available.