Laborer

Over 90 years of quality products and superior service.

About the role

Perform miscellaneous duties around the plant which include, but are not limited to, keeping an area and plant equipment clean and operating properly, assisting with mechanic repairs and other maintenance, and performing miscellaneous unskilled duties related to the assigned work area. Ensure safe operation during shift and coordinate maintenance needs with Supervisor and Superintendent.

Responsibilities

• Perform work requiring little skill or previous training in connection with rough, heavy labor, such as moving, lifting and piling materials, and loading and unloading cars, trucks, etc.
• Dig ditches, holes, etc. as required.
• Clean materials from areas around crushers, conveyors, elevators, loading stations, etc. using broom, shovel and wheelbarrow, or vacuum equipment as directed.
• Clean vibrating screens with brush or a paddle.
• Clean all process equipment such as mixers, aerators, as required for color changes.
• Rap out equipment to dislodge material sticking to sides of kilns and other equipment with a sledge hammer.
• Lubricate equipment as required, make minor repairs and adjustments, and assist in major repairs.
• Adjust material flow throughout the process and check and maintain proper level of material in the hoppers.
• Operate various mobile equipment which may include a Waldon 4500 loader, Bobcat Skid steer Loader, or Bobcat Walk-behind loaders to remove discarded material to assigned storage area.
• Operate a dump truck which includes loading, hauling, and dumping material. Activity consists of operating levers with the hands, foot pedals, and remaining seated for up to 2 hours. The operator also checks the equipment for defects and does normal greasing/lubrication of the equipment.
• Perform various maintenance-related clean-up tasks mostly around the maintenance shop and be available for other departments as an immediate fill-in replacement. This includes general clean-up throughout the maintenance shop area, such as sweeping with a push broom, shoveling swept-up material, and other clean-up duties.
• Assist the coloring plant in processing coloring granules for finished product conveyed to the Load house. This includes possible job assignments such as Coloring Utility, Mixer person, Pre-Oiler, Chief Operator, Kiln person, and Batch person, as well as general clean-up throughout the coloring plant.
• Use PPE that includes hard hats, safety glasses, steel-toed shoes at all times, and hearing protection and respirator when required by job classification or work area.
• Inspect equipment and work area for hazards and document inspection.
• Assist other employees as needed or directed.
• Maintain proper housekeeping in the plant by using water hoses, shovels, vacuum equipment, or self-propelled equipment as directed by supervision.
• Operate lift truck to unload, transfer, and load materials onto trucks.
• Keep work area and equipment neat and clean.
• Report needed maintenance and repairs to supervision.
• Record production information and communicate to supervisor.
• Understand proper disposition of unsuitable materials and quality control standards.

Requirements

• Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills (high school diploma or equivalent).
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, procedures, and machinery (1–2 years of experience).
• Manual dexterity required for operating machinery.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to climb stairs, ladders, and walk extensively throughout the plant.
• Ability to wear respiratory protection.
• Ability to operate crushing and conveying equipment and other mobile equipment (haul trucks, pickups, forklifts, loaders).
• Ability to work in outdoor environments (heat and cold).

Physical Demands

• Frequent movement and traversal within the plant.
• Frequent transport and lifting of materials.
• Exerting force through pushing, pulling, and carrying.
• Ascending and descending ladders, stairs, and equipment.
• Balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling as needed.
• Reaching, handling, grasping, and feeling materials and equipment.
• Communicating through talking and hearing.
• Repetitive motions and coordination for operating machinery.

Benefits

Competitive salary, benefits, and vacation package for all full-time permanent positions.

Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer-sponsored visa (work permit).