Production Operator (Quality Tester)

Role & Responsibilities

• Adhere to all safety/housekeeping requirements within a plant quality lab setting.
• Performance of various quality testing tasks in factory environment.
• Must be willing and able to learn testing duties from instruction and self study, including the ability to recognize and respond to test trends.
• Possess basic communication and problem solving skills.
• Recording of quality data and other results in the manner required.
• Expected to take an active role in all plant safety and continuous improvement initiatives as required by supervision.
• Adaptable to scheduling requirements including shiftwork, assignment of overtime, working weekends, etc. where applicable.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Able to work in a manufacturing lab setting in a safe manner and follow all plant safety and housekeeping rules.
• Able to learn to operate and troubleshoot lab testing equipment.
• Able to interpret verbal and written work instructions.
• Able to apply basic computer skills required for data entry and reporting.
• Possess ability to become proficient at performing tests and taking measurements as needed to verify product is within specifications.
• Effective teamwork and communication skills needed with all co-workers.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.

Benefits

• Two medical insurance options, as well as vision and dental coverage.
• The cost of these optional programs varies based on coverage level - employees generally pay 25% of the monthly premium cost, USG pays the rest.
• 401(k) Investment Plan with company match and a pension plan.
• Additional programs like life insurance, accident insurance, legal insurance, even pet insurance.
• Quarterly (hourly) / Annual (salary) bonus potential for all employees based on performance metrics tied to safety, quality, and productivity.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.

About the role

USG Corporation, headquartered in Chicago, serves construction markets around the world with wall, ceiling, flooring, sheathing and roofing products that enable customers to build outstanding spaces where people live, work and play. Our network of plants, mines, quarries and other facilities includes 49 manufacturing locations and over 7,500 employees across North America.

About USG Corporation

Since 1902, Chicago-based USG has been a leader in producing innovative, award-winning products and systems to build major commercial developments and residential housing to home improvements. Our employees are committed to the highest levels of customer satisfaction and quality in everything we do. Our core business values – innovation, quality, integrity, service, diversity, efficiency and safety – have helped us become the company we are today.