Mill Operator - 3rd Shift

USG Corporation • Cooper Township, IA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Mill Operator position is a challenging opportunity for a motivated individual to demonstrate their ability to multitask, work as a team and use their leadership skills within fast-paced Gypsum Mill environment. Reporting to the Mill Supervisor, the successful candidate will conduct the daily operations of the Mill, assist in the implementation of safety programs and maintain/contribute to production levels for the calcining and processing of gypsum. This posting is for an entry level position(s) in the Mill Department.

Requirements

• Good work ethic, acceptable job performance, and predictable attendance.
• Ability to follow safety procedures, recognize unsafe conditions or hazards within the work area and take directions from a supervisor.
• People and results-oriented individual.
• 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.
• Familiar with common hand tools and how to properly use them (hammer, wrench, screwdrivers, pliers, putty knife, etc.).
• Demonstrate the ability to cooperate with co-workers in areas of safety, quality, production/maintenance, and understand the importance of completing assigned tasks and their relationship to other requirements.
• Ability 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.

Nice To Haves

• Trained or have the ability to be trained in the safe operation of a front-end loader.

Responsibilities

• Conduct the daily operations of the Mill.
• Assist in the implementation of safety programs.
• Maintain/contribute to production levels for the calcining and processing of gypsum.
• Develop safety procedures through utilization of VWI’s/JSA’s, annual refresher training in qualified areas, Equipment lockout Analysis, Confined Space Entry Analysis, Interactive Video training or other available programs.
• Incorporate and emphasize safety and quality in all aspects of the daily work environment.
• Efficiently and safely operate Mill Mobile equipment, Calcining and Crushing Equipment from control screens.
• Evaluate mechanical problems with the equipment and communicate pertinent information.
• Service and make normal operating adjustments to equipment and report repair needs.
• Use on-line tools to monitor product specifications to ensure product compliance.
• Perform quality checks and record results.
• Utilize computer skills for data entry and reporting, including quality data or comments related to the production operation.
• Learn equipment operation from instruction and self-study.
• Efficiently and safely operate over the road mobile equipment and maintain a valid CDL.
• Meet all the requirements of the necessary Functional Area(s) to advance.
• Train under and complete all required MSHA and OSHA reporting and compliance requirements.
• Follow OSHA and MSHA regulations.
• Participate in workplace organization and 5S Initiatives.
• Support and/or participate on continuous improvement projects.

Benefits

• Two medical insurance options
• Vision coverage
• Dental coverage
• 401(k) Investment Plan with company match
• Pension plan
• Life insurance
• Accident insurance
• Legal insurance
• Pet insurance
• Quarterly (hourly) / Annual (salary) bonus potential based on performance metrics tied to safety, quality, and productivity.
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed