Production Operator

About the role

USG is seeking a Production Operator to join its Chicago manufacturing plant. The role focuses on operating and maintaining production equipment while upholding safety, quality, and continuous‑improvement standards.

Key responsibilities

• Follow all plant, department and job‑specific safety, housekeeping and PPE requirements.
• Operate, monitor, troubleshoot and adjust production equipment to meet quality and output targets.
• Record production, quality and maintenance data accurately.
• Perform basic maintenance tasks and use common hand tools safely.
• Support the USG Safety System, LOTO procedures and Reliability Performance Model initiatives.
• Participate in continuous‑improvement training and identify waste.

Required profile

• Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment and follow all safety procedures.
• Basic reading, writing, math, computer and communication skills.
• Capability to interpret written and verbal instructions and verify product specifications.
• Effective teamwork with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of plant layout and department locations.
• Regular attendance, reliable communication and flexibility for shifts, overtime and weekends.

Required skills

• Use of common hand tools.
• Basic equipment maintenance.
• Measurement and verification of product specifications.

What we offer

• Pay range $21.26‑$25.15 per hour, adjusted for experience.
• Medical, vision and dental insurance with shared premium costs.
• 401(k) plan with company match and pension plan.
• Additional voluntary benefits such as life, accident, legal and pet insurance.
• Quarterly and annual performance‑based bonuses.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.