Forklift Operator

Job Description Job Description Job Title: Production Operator (Forklift) Role & Responsibilities: Adhere to all safety/housekeeping requirements within a plant warehouse setting. Use of forklift for timely loading or unloading of finished product and raw materials to/from trucks/railcars, and from the production line. Use of yard truck to move containers in and out of dock. Interpret customer orders so as to pull, stage, load, and check materials in a manner that ensures accurate and timely shipment. Attention to detail, including the recording of shipping data and other results. Troubleshoot and apply basic maintenance skills to help service equipment. Expected to take an active role in all plant safety and continuous improvement initiatives as required by supervision. Assist with inventories as needed. Adaptable to scheduling changes including assignment of overtime, weekend work, etc. Qualifications & Requirements: Able to safely operate a forklift, yardtruck, and other equipment in a manufacturing setting, or have the ability to be trained. Ability to inspect and troubleshoot the forklift to detect issues and maximize operational availability. Ability to interpret verbal instructions and written documents such as customer orders. Ability to apply basic computer skills required for data entry and reporting. Proficiency at accurately recording shipping data. Possess basic maintenance skills needed to help service equipment. Effective and positive teamwork and communication skills needed with all co-workers. Maintain regular and predictable attendance. Additional Information: Shift: Days - Current regular schedule is 6:00 am – 2:30 pm, but applicant must be able to work, for example, from 7:30 am – 4:00 pm if the schedule changes. Hourly pay: $26.70 Rate of pay may be adjusted based on the qualifications and experience of the candidate. USG employees enjoy a number of benefit options for themselves and their families. These include 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. These coverage options are offered on the first day of employment with no waiting period. Additionally, USG employees enjoy both a 401(k) Investment Plan with company match and a pension plan. Beyond these main features, employees may also choose from a number of additional programs like life insurance, accident insurance, legal insurance, even pet insurance, just to name a few. USG also offers Quarterly (hourly) / Annual (salary) bonus potential for all employees based on performance metrics tied to safety, quality, and productivity. USG also provides employees with paid time off and paid holidays. Since 1902, Chicago-based USG has been a leader in producing innovative, award-winning products and systems to build everything from major commercial developments and residential housing to home improvements. USG's employees are committed to the highest levels of customer satisfaction and quality in everything we do. Our steadfast commitment to the company's core business values – innovation, quality, integrity, service, diversity, efficiency and safety – have helped us become the company we are today. EOE including disability/veteran