Department General Laborer

About the role

The General Laborer is responsible for performing foundational production support functions that enable safe, efficient, and continuous operation of the department they're assigned to. All associates hired as General Laborers have multiple paths to career advancement, regardless of the department they're assigned to.

Responsibilities

• Safety: Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and work instructions. Wear required personal protective equipment (PPE). Maintain awareness of overhead crane, tow motor, and production traffic. Identify and report unsafe conditions and equipment concerns. Follow safe rigging, lifting, and material handling practices. Participate in required safety meetings and training.
• Mill Production Support: During normal mill production, perform chain hooking and unhooking operations. Guide overhead crane lifts safely. Straighten production piles using department procedures. Move material between production areas. Wire and band finished lifts. Maintain proper material flow throughout the department. Support uninterrupted mill production.
• Downtime Operations: During production interruptions or scheduled downtime, cut scrap using the alligator shear. Torch cut cobbles and mill scrap. Process salvage material using approved cut-off equipment. Sort SILT posts into required bundle quantities. Assist with cleanup and recovery activities. Support maintenance and production personnel as assigned.
• Material Handling: Maintain organized material storage areas. Stack and stage material safely. Remove scrap and debris from production areas. Assist with loading and unloading activities as directed. Support efficient movement of materials throughout the department.
• Production Operations: Safely operate assigned production equipment. Follow production schedules and work order requirements. Maintain production flow and operational efficiency. Load and unload material into and out of equipment. Perform production activities according to established procedures. Support departmental production goals.
• Product Quality: Inspect products throughout the production process. Verify products meet quality requirements and customer specifications. Identify defects and nonconforming material. Remove defective product from production flow when required. Communicate quality concerns promptly. Maintain accurate product counts.
• Tail Press Operations: When assigned to tail press duties, inspect finished material. Count finished production accurately. Bundle material according to specifications. Tag finished bundles accurately. Remove defective material from production flow. Prepare finished products for inventory storage or shipment.
• Documentation: Read and interpret work orders. Complete production records accurately. Complete tooling reports accurately. Record production quantities and downtime information as required. Communicate production issues through proper reporting channels.
• Equipment Operation: Operate assigned equipment safely, including alligator shear, abrasive cut-off saw, torches, pneumatic banding equipment, wire cutters, and material handling equipment (as trained and authorized). Perform basic inspections and report equipment concerns promptly.
• Housekeeping: Maintain clean and organized work areas. Remove scrap, debris, and unnecessary materials. Support Franklin Industries' housekeeping and 3S initiatives. Maintain orderly storage of tools and equipment.
• Communication and Teamwork: Communicate effectively with: Lead Shearman Shears, Assistant Manager, Mill Personnel, Tow Motor Operators, Overhead Crane Operators, and other Production Associates. Support cross-training and departmental flexibility. Assist coworkers as operational needs require. Participate in departmental meetings and training activities.
• Continuous Improvement: Participate in Lean and continuous improvement initiatives. Identify opportunities to improve safety, productivity, housekeeping, and material flow. Support implementation of approved improvements.
• Other Duties: Perform duties in other departments as assigned. Participate in special projects. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to safely work in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Basic mathematical and counting skills.
• Strong work ethic and dependability.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work throughout the shift.
• Manufacturing or industrial experience.
• Experience working around overhead cranes or material handling equipment.
• Experience operating hand tools and basic cutting equipment.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Experience working around hot steel.

Skills

• Safe material handling and crane support.
• Effective support of uninterrupted mill operations.
• Timely completion of scrap and salvage processing.
• Proper pile organization and bundle handling.
• Clean and organized work areas.
• Professional communication and teamwork.
• Continuous development of department knowledge and skills.
• Accountability, dependability, and consistency.
• Support of departmental and company objectives.

Benefits

Complete benefits package provided to all full-time employees at Franklin Industries. Includes medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, $15K life insurance paid by company, short and long-term disability insurances, and other benefits. New employees are eligible for merit raises and more cross training opportunities after passing their 90-day probationary period.

Pay

Starting pay is typically $17.00/hour (OT is paid at 1.5x pay after 40 hours). New employees are eligible for merit raises and more cross training opportunities after passing their 90-day probationary period.

Schedule

Typical schedule varies, depending on which department you're hired into. Between 40 and 58 hours per week. 5/6 AM until 3/4 PM, Monday-Friday. 5/6 AM until Noon/2PM on Saturdays (when needed).

Additional Information

About Franklin Industries: Founded in 1901, Franklin Rolling Mill & Foundry Company is located in Franklin, PA, near Steel Country. The company is less than two hours from Pittsburgh, where Andrew Carnegie's steel empire ruled the steel industry in the early 20th century. Franklin Industries is proud to continue the great tradition of quality manufacturing for generations. Non-Discrimination Statement: Franklin Industries provides equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.