Production Operator (Misc Crew) - Sweetwater at United States Gypsum Company in Sweetwater, Texas

Job Description:

USG is an industry-leading manufacturer of building products and innovative solutions. For more than 115 years, Chicago-based USG has developed award-winning wall, ceiling, flooring, sheathing and roofing products that enable customers to build the outstanding spaces where people live, work and play. With almost 7,000 employees across North America and operations around the world, we are steadfastly committed to our core values: safety, innovation, quality, integrity, service, diversity and efficiency. 

Our employees are the backbone that supports our organization. That’s why we hire people for careers, not jobs. We offer benefits on Day 1, including medical and dental, paid sick days, and paid vacation and holidays. Plus, providing competitive pay and separate investment and retirement plans help secure our employees’ futures.  Each year, we have hundreds of employees who celebrate milestone anniversaries with us –  find out how you can join our team and build your career with USG: http://www.usg.com/content/usgcom/en/about-usg/careers.html.

Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for operating the dunnage machine


• Responsible for unloading raw material trucks, including paper and glass mat rolls


• Responsible for stacking/storing raw materials in the warehouse


• Responsible for emptying trash hoppers throughout the plant


• Requires operation of a forklift, waste truck, man lift, and other mobile equipment, including inspections prior to use


• Responsible for inventory counts on raw materials

• Ability to safely work in a manufacturing environment and follow all plant safety rules and practices


• Treats other employees with dignity and respect in all situations


• Maintains teamwork and a focus on effective communication


• Maintains a high standard for housekeeping within the work area


• Basic computer skills needed for data entry and reporting, as well as Visual Work Instruction creation


• Ability to be trained on safe, proper operation of mobile equipment


• Ability to troubleshoot minor issues in the production process


• Recognizes unsafe conditions or hazards within work area


• Ability to make machine and process adjustments to ensure product is within required specifications

EOE including disability/veteran

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