Production Operator

Base Pay Range

$22.45/hr - $22.45/hr

• Responsible for making equipment adjustments to ensure proper specifications are met.
• Performing quality checks and recording results.
• Changing settings on equipment during changeovers.
• Properly recording all production numbers into MDIS system.
• Performing some routine maintenance on equipment.

• Able to work in a manufacturing setting in a safe manner and follow all plant safety rules and practices.
• Maintain a high standard for housekeeping within the work area.
• Computer skills needed for data entry and reporting; process will involve quality data or require comments related to the production/loading operation.
• Read and complete documented inspection procedures.
• Follow instructions on printed work orders to complete assigned tasks.
• Navigate Microsoft Outlook for work related e‑mail.
• Ability to learn to operate plant equipment; familiar with common hand tools and how to properly use them.
• Ability to troubleshoot minor issues within a process.
• Good communication skills needed with all co‑workers.
• Recognize unsafe conditions or hazards within work area.
• Demonstrates the ability to cooperate with co‑workers in areas of safety, quality, production/maintenance, and understands importance of completing assigned tasks and their relationship to other requirements.
• Able to learn procedures and retain information for continuous use.
• Ability to use online tools to monitor product specifications to ensure product compliance.
• Ability to make machine and process adjustments to ensure product is within required specifications.
• Trained in the safe operation of the forklift and all equipment associated with driving the forklift; has received forklift certification, which is updated as required, or has the ability to acquire certification.
• Ability to work rotating/multiple shifts.

Relocation assistance is available per USG's relocation policy. 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 two medical insurance options, as well as vision and dental coverage. 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 a 401(k) investment plan with company match and a pension plan. Employees may also choose from life insurance, accident insurance, legal insurance, pet insurance, and more. USG also offers quarterly (hourly) / annual (salary) bonus potential based on performance metrics tied to safety, quality, and productivity.

Paid time off and paid holidays are provided.

EOE including disability/veteran.

Entry level

Full-time

Management and Manufacturing

Headquartered in Chicago, we serve construction markets around the world with wall, ceiling, flooring, sheathing and roofing products that enable our customers to build the outstanding spaces where people live, work and play.