Night Dunnage Machine Operator- Entry Level

Description

Department:            Production

Job Title:                    Night Dunnage Machine Operator (Entry-Level)

Job Location:            1000 N Hill Rd, Bernalillo, NM 87004

Work Schedule:       12-hour shifts; 60 hours/ week.

                                     5 pm- 5 am; Monday - Friday    

Overtime as required; occasionally need to work weekends. 

Compensation:        $21.83/ hour

 Full or Part Time:   Full-time only

American Gypsum Company LLC has been manufacturing, selling, and distributing gypsum wallboard products for over half a century, servicing the drywall industry with quality products that are sold throughout the United States.

At American Gypsum, we believe that diversity drives innovation and strengthens our company. We are committed to fostering a workplace that is as diverse as the communities we serve. We welcome and strongly encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to apply. 

JOB SUMMARY:

• The primary responsibility of the Dunnage Machine Operator is to operate the Dunnage machine that cuts dunnage spacers which are used when stacking units of wallboard in the warehouse. 
• Safety and quality should always be part of the daily operation:
• to ensure a safe workplace.
• and to produce the highest quality product possible.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Education requirement: High School Diploma or GED
• Must be able to lift/ move up to 25 lbs. frequently and up to 51 lbs. occasionally. 
• Must be able to perform basic math and metrics. 
• Forklift experience is a plus. 
• Job training program is provided by the company. 

PRIMARY DUTIES:

OPERATIONS

• Operate dunnage machine. 
• Operate forklift to stack dunnage units in the warehouse. 
• Supply dunnage machine with units of culled wallboard.
• Preheats glue pot and supplies the pot with glue balls.
• Cleans and empties dust collector and dumpster.
• Know how to safely start and test all equipment in the area.

SAFETY

• This operations position is a safety-sensitive position due to routine close proximity to moving and automatic equipment as well as mobile equipment.
• Operate in a safe manner, following all plant and departmental safety rules and procedures.
• Participate in daily/monthly crew safety meetings.
• Know how and where to properly lock out all job-related equipment.
• Understand safe operation for forklifts.
• Understand mobile equipment safety inspection.
• Wear appropriate PPE for the job conditions.
• Maintain housekeeping in the designated area.
• Comprehend and implement JSA’s for the area.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES:

• Must be flexible with job duties; may be required to fill in on other jobs when the business or organization is short-handed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits:

• PAID WEEKLY!
• Eligible for quarterly production bonus. 
• Paid holidays, sick days, and vacation after 30 days.
• Competitive Health, Dental, and Vision coverage starting on the date of hire.
• Company-paid Life Insurance, short-term, and long-term disability.
• 401K with profit sharing.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND CONDITIONS:

• Manufacturing site. 
• Typically, well-lighted.
• The plant is not heated or air-conditioned.
• Moderate noise levels require hearing protection.
• Air quality is good.

Salary : $22