Reference #: LEADO008469 Description

Morton Buildings, Inc. is the industry leader in post-frame construction. We have been in business for 120 years and have more than 10 manufacturing, fabrication, and shipping plants servicing over 100 construction centers nationwide. Per year, across America, thousands of new buildings sport the familiar Morton M. The Lead Operator position is an active member of a production team that will assist and lead other plant workers in the manufacturing and/or assembly of building components to ensure daily production needs are being met. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Essential Functions Learn and apply the Morton Building's safety and operating procedures, methods and standards to daily production Operate plant manufacturing equipment as required Provide direction for the production team Read, interpret, and follow production work orders and/or engineering prints Work in a safe, fast-paced, and changing environment Utilize a powered lift-truck to move material to desired location Follow all safety rules, standard operating procedures, and maintenance instructions Ensure quality and/or shipping accuracy standards are being met Other duties as assigned Supervisory Responsibility There is no supervisory responsibility for this position. Physical Demand The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This position requires prolonged standing with occasional high climbing, and indoor/outdoor exposure. This would require the ability to lift 50 lbs. regularly, with occasional lifting to 75 lbs. Requires physical exertion to manually move, lift, carry, pull or push heavy objects or materials.  Ability to stoop, kneel, bend and work in noisy and crowded environments. Required Education and Experience A minimum of three years working in a production, maintenance, manufacturing, or related environment or in a position of leadership. Prior experience operating a powered lift-truck Authorized to work in the United States High School Diploma or GED Self-motivated with a positive attitude and good work ethic Ability to lead others and provide positive feedback Willing and able to continuously improve in job performance and development Active listening, learning, and reading comprehension skills Willing and able to take direction Willing and able to work in a physically demanding environment. This includes moderate to loud noise levels, occasional high climbing, indoor/outdoor exposure Able to lift up to 50 lbs regularly; up to 75 lbs occasionally Able to pass a basic math test Willing and able to pass a pre-placement physical and drug test Reliable transportation to work every day Flexible to work year-round; regular overtime; off-hours as needed Morton Buildings, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace. All candidates offered employment will be subject to a pre-placement test which does include a drug screen.

Morton Buildings, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free Workplace.  All candidates offered employment will be subject to a pre-placement test which does include a physical and drug screen.