Gold Bond Building Products, LLC has an immediate opening for a Production Operator at our Medicine Lodge, KS location. This position will report to the immediate supervisor.
Relocation assistance not available for hourly positions.
HOURLY RATE: $25.22 Introductory straight-time pay rate
JOB TYPE: Full Time
SCHEDULE: Afternoon & Night Shifts Available, Overtime as Needed
Job Summary:
The Production Operator is deemed a safety-sensitive position and is responsible for operating computer-controlled production / manufacturing equipment as well as manufacturing wallboard products. Second and third shift opportunities are currently available. With Safety as the #1 priority, the main responsibilities include following standard operating procedures and job safety analysis to ensure product specifications and tolerance levels are met. Day to day activities include product line changeovers and machine adjustments; maintaining required production records and reporting any inconsistencies or equipment issues; assisting with quality assurance testing of the final product.
Major Job Responsibilities (not all inclusive):
· Responsible for keeping Safety #1 for yourself and your co-workers
· Must be able to operate a forklift safely
· Determine corrective actions necessary to minimize downtime, increase productivity, and maintain continuity of operations
· Ability to make machine and process adjustments to ensure the product is within required specifications while communicating effectively with co-workers
· Troubleshoot and repair equipment at the operator level
· Identify and communicate safety hazards, quality deficiencies, and machine process issues to management
· Know and comply with all safety and quality policies and procedures
· Perform production machinery and equipment inspections to ensure proper operation and safety
· Perform routine finished goods quality control tests
· Maintain a clean and orderly workspace
· Other duties as assigned by Supervisor or Manager
Qualifications:
· 18+ years old
· If offered employment, candidates must receive a satisfactory drug test result (including cannabis testing) and a criminal background check.
· Must have effective verbal and written communication skills
· Must have basic reading, writing, math, and computer skills, and the ability to use simple measuring tools such as but not limited to a ruler, calculator, and tape measurer
· Able to operate computerized plant production / manufacturing equipment
· Able to frequently lift and carry up to 50 lbs
· Able to stand continuously throughout the work shift and frequently squat or kneel
· Able to climb stairs frequently and ladders occasionally
· Able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays, and overtime. New associates will train on 1st shift for the first 4 weeks and then move to their schedule shift
· Able to work up to 84 hours per week as needed when business and operations demand it
· Team player with an excellent attitude
BENEFITS INCLUDE:
While benefits may vary from location to location, our programs include, but are not limited to, competitive salary, healthcare retirement accounts and much, much more.
· Bonus at 3 months, 6 months, and 1 year based off maintaining a safe record, maintaining good job performance, and maintaining good attendance
· Paid holidays (8 hour holiday pay plus 1 ½ x pay if required to work) (must be with the company for 30 days and work 130 hours to be eligible)
· Sick pay
· Vacation within the first year of employment
· Paid parental leave
· 401K
· Attendance improvement opportunities
COMPANY INFORMATION:
National Gypsum Company, headquartered in Charlotte, NC, is the exclusive service provider of reliable, high-performance building products marketed under the Gold Bond®, ProForm® and PermaBASE® brands. The National Gypsum name – through its Gold Bond®, ProForm® and PermaBASE® product lines – has been synonymous with high-quality, innovative products, and exceptional customer service since 1925.
For decades, we have saved our customers time and money by providing the industry’s best, most reliable building products, resources and services. We are Building Products for a Better Future® one project at a time.
National Gypsum Company operates as a family of companies working together toward a common goal with collaboration and open communication. Our corporate entities include: NG Corporate, LLC; National Gypsum Services Company; Gold Bond Building Products, LLC; Gold Bond Canada, LLC; ProForm Finishing Products, LLC; PermaBASE Building Products, LLC; and Unifix Inc.
Hiring Entity: Gold Bond Building Products, llc
The above information on this description has been designated to indicate the general nature and level of work. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of an associate assigned to this position. The company enforces a tobacco-free policy at all its locations.
All National Gypsum Company and corporate affiliate companies, including: NG Corporate, LLC, National Gypsum Services Company, Gold Bond Building Products, LLC, Gold Bond Canada, LLC, ProForm Finishing Products, LLC, PermaBASE Building Products, LLC and Unifix Inc, are Equal Opportunity Employers. Please visit www.nationalgypsum.com to view all of our exciting employment opportunities. Employment contingent upon successful completion of background investigation. Pre-employment drug screening is required. All companies participate in E-Verify. E-Verify is an internet-based system that compares information from an employee’s Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, to data from U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Social Security Administration records to confirm employment eligibility. www.dhs.gov/e-verify.
· Interested / Qualified candidates please apply online on Indeed.com or in person at: 1218 SW Mill Rd. Medicine Lodge, KS 67104
· No phone calls or third-party recruiters, please
· Employment ready applicants only, i.e. , valid work authorization and can meet I-9 and E-Verify requirements
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $25.22 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) 3% Match
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Night shift
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed
Supplemental pay types:
- Differential pay
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Work Location: In person