Production Operator

USG Corporation•Mediapolis, IA
•$23 - $31

About The Position

The Production Operator works in a manufacturing setting in the Board Plant, operating production equipment and ensuring products meet quality specifications. The role includes troubleshooting equipment, making necessary adjustments, recording production data, and applying basic maintenance skills to help service equipment. The operator is expected to follow plant safety and housekeeping requirements and participate in safety and continuous improvement initiatives as directed by supervision. The position requires adaptability to scheduling needs, including third-shift work, overtime, and weekends where applicable.

Requirements

  • Ability 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.
  • Effective teamwork and communication skills with coworkers.
  • Regular and predictable attendance.

Responsibilities

  • Follow all safety and housekeeping requirements in the manufacturing setting.
  • Operate production equipment, troubleshoot issues, and make adjustments to meet product and quality specifications.
  • Record production data and other results as required.
  • Apply basic maintenance skills to help service equipment.
  • Participate in plant safety and continuous improvement initiatives as required by supervision.
  • Adapt to scheduling requirements, including shiftwork, overtime, and weekends where applicable.
  • Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Benefits

  • Two medical insurance options, with coverage available from the first day of employment and no waiting period.
  • Vision insurance.
  • Dental coverage.
  • 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 performance metrics tied to safety, quality, and productivity.
  • Paid time off.
  • Paid holidays.
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