Lead Operator

Morton Buildings, Inc.Morton, IL
Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Operator position is an active member of a production team that will assist and lead other plant workers in the manufacturing and/or assembly of building components to ensure daily production needs are being met. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

  • A minimum of three years working in a production, maintenance, manufacturing, or related environment or in a position of leadership.
  • Prior experience operating a powered lift-truck.
  • Authorized to work in the United States.
  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • Self-motivated with a positive attitude and good work ethic.
  • Ability to lead others and provide positive feedback.
  • Willing and able to continuously improve in job performance and development.
  • Active listening, learning, and reading comprehension skills.
  • Willing and able to take direction.
  • Willing and able to work in a physically demanding environment. This includes moderate to loud noise levels, occasional high climbing, indoor/outdoor exposure.
  • Able to lift up to 50 lbs regularly; up to 75 lbs occasionally.
  • Able to pass a basic math test.
  • Willing and able to pass a pre-placement physical and drug test.
  • Reliable transportation to work every day.
  • Flexible to work year-round; regular overtime; off-hours as needed.

Responsibilities

  • Learn and apply the Morton Building’s safety and operating procedures, methods and practices to daily production.
  • Operate plant manufacturing equipment as required.
  • Provide direction for the production team.
  • Read, interpret, and follow production work orders and/or engineering prints.
  • Work in a safe, fast-paced, and changing environment.
  • Utilize a powered lift-truck to move material to desired location.
  • Follow all safety rules, standard operating procedures, and maintenance instructions.
  • Ensure quality and/or shipping accuracy standards are being met.
  • Other duties as assigned.
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