USG is an industry-leading manufacturer of building products and innovative solutions. For more than 115 years, Chicago-based USG has developed award-winning wall, ceiling, flooring, sheathing and roofing products that enable customers to build the outstanding spaces where people live, work and play. With almost 7,000 employees across North America and operations around the world, we are steadfastly committed to our core values: safety, innovation, quality, integrity, service, diversity and efficiency.

Our employees are the backbone that supports our organization. That’s why we hire people for careers, not jobs. We offer benefits on Day 1, including medical and dental, paid sick days, and paid vacation and holidays. Plus, providing competitive pay and separate investment and retirement plans help secure our employees’ futures. Each year, we have hundreds of employees who celebrate milestone anniversaries with us – find out how you can join our team and build your career with USG: http://www.usg.com/content/usgcom/en/about-usg/careers.html.

OPPORTUNITY: Project Engineer, Mining CO-OP

1. Qualified employees must have a good work ethic, acceptable job performance, and predictable attendance to apply.
2. Assists in the monitoring and execution of the Department and plant safety program as directed.
3. Prepares and follows to completion all assigned Authorities and Job Sheet requests.
4. Utilizes technical training to advise and design various mechanical innovations as required by operating departments.
5. Assists the Department in planning and implementing routine and non-routine maintenance expenditures.
6. Handles administrative functions as related to position as assigned.
7. Qualified candidates shall demonstrate the ability to follow safety procedures, recognize unsafe conditions or hazards within work area and take directions from a supervisor.
8. Safety procedures must also be developed through utilization of VWI’s/JSA’s, annual refresher training in qualified areas, Equipment lockout Analysis, Confined Space Entry Analysis Interactive Video training or other available programs.
9. Must be a people and results-oriented individual who incorporates and emphasizes safety and quality in all aspects of the daily work environment
10. Must be willing and able to learn equipment operation from instruction and self-study.
11. Must be able to train under and complete all required OSHA reporting and compliance requirements and be able to follow OSHA regulations.
12. Must be willing to be available for overtime and call-ins as required.

Qualifications

1. Pursuing a bachelor's degree in Engineering.
2. Proficient computer skills.
3. Display a professional and courteous attitude to co-workers, supervisors, and the general public at all times.
4. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
5. Report to the job site ready to begin work at the designated start time.
6. Willingness to work in a team environment and assist co-workers or supervisors with other duties as required.
7. Individuals must possess the knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to explain and demonstrate that they can perform the essential functions of the job.
8. Must learn and follow all plant, department, and job safety rules and maintain an acceptable level of housekeeping in the department and after completing assigned tasks.
9. Wear and use all required PPE. (hard hat, steel toe shoes, safety glasses, ear plugs, etc)
10. Demonstrate the ability to cooperate with other workers in the areas of safety, quality, and production/maintenance and understand importance of completing assigned tasks and their relationship to other requirements.

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