Production Operator

USG Corporation • Oakfield, NY

26d • $25 - $32

About The Position

The Production Operator works in a manufacturing setting, operating production equipment and troubleshooting or adjusting it as needed to meet product and quality specifications. The role records production data and other results, applies basic maintenance skills to service equipment, and participates in plant safety and continuous improvement initiatives. The position follows a 12-hour rotating schedule: 7 a.m.–7 p.m. and 7 p.m.–7 a.m., rotating monthly, with four days on and two days off. The stated starting pay is $24.90 per hour; pay may be adjusted based on the candidate’s qualifications and experience. The department is Production.

Requirements

• Able to work safely in a manufacturing setting and follow plant safety and housekeeping rules.
• Ability to learn to operate and troubleshoot plant equipment.
• Ability to interpret verbal and written work instructions.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and reporting.
• Proficiency in taking measurements to verify that products meet specifications.
• Basic maintenance skills, including familiarity with common hand tools and their proper use, such as hammers, wrenches, screwdrivers, pliers, and putty knives.
• Effective teamwork and communication skills with coworkers.
• Regular and predictable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety and housekeeping requirements in the manufacturing setting.
• Operate production equipment and troubleshoot or make adjustments to ensure product and quality specifications are met.
• Record production data and other results as required.
• Use basic maintenance skills to help service equipment.
• Participate in plant safety and continuous improvement initiatives as required by supervision.
• Adapt to shiftwork, overtime assignments, and weekend work where applicable.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Benefits

• Two medical insurance options, with coverage available on the first day of employment and no waiting period; employees generally pay 25% of the monthly premium, with USG paying the remainder.
• Vision insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• 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 performance metrics.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

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