Forklift Operator

USG Corporation•Sweetwater, TX

About The Position

The Forklift Operator works in a plant warehouse setting and uses a forklift to move finished products and raw materials between trucks or railcars, the production line, and warehouse locations. The role involves interpreting customer orders, preparing and checking shipments, recording shipping data, and applying basic troubleshooting and maintenance skills to help service equipment. The operator is also expected to participate in plant safety and continuous improvement initiatives and maintain regular, predictable attendance. This position is in the Supply Chain department and works rotating eight-hour shifts: 6 a.m.–2 p.m., 2 p.m.–10 p.m., and 10 p.m.–6 a.m. Scheduling may include shiftwork, overtime, and weekends where applicable. The stated pay rate is $27.50 per hour, subject to adjustment based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience.

Requirements

Ability to safely operate a forklift in a manufacturing setting.
Ability to inspect and troubleshoot a forklift to detect issues and maximize operational availability.
Ability to interpret verbal instructions and written documents, including customer orders.
Basic computer skills for data entry and reporting.
Proficiency in accurately recording shipping data.
Basic maintenance skills to help service equipment.
Effective teamwork and communication skills with coworkers.
Regular and predictable attendance.

Responsibilities

Follow all safety and housekeeping requirements in a plant warehouse setting.
Operate a forklift to load and unload finished products and raw materials to and from trucks or railcars and from the production line in a timely manner.
Interpret customer orders to pull, stage, load, and check materials for accurate and timely shipment.
Record shipping data and other results as required.
Troubleshoot equipment and apply basic maintenance skills to help service it.
Take an active role in plant safety and continuous improvement initiatives as required by supervision.
Adapt to scheduling requirements, including shiftwork, overtime assignments, and weekend work where applicable.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Benefits

Two medical insurance options, available on the first day of employment with no waiting period.
Vision coverage, available on the first day of employment with no waiting period.
Dental coverage, available on the first day of employment with no waiting period.
401(k) Investment Plan with company match.
Pension plan.
Life insurance.
Accident insurance.
Legal insurance.
Pet insurance.
Quarterly bonus potential for hourly employees based on safety, quality, and productivity metrics.
Paid time off.
Paid holidays.