What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production_Entry position at Arcosa Brand?
- Operate and monitor plant machinery and equipment such as loaders, forklifts, powered hand tools, stress jack, button machine, and overhead cranes.
- Perform and assist with production tasks such as fabrication, demolding, finishing, grinding, assembly, and material handling.
- Conduct basic routine maintenance, inspections, and service of equipment, document discrepancies and report issues to supervisors.
- Perform general manual labor tasks including lifting, pulling, carrying, sweeping, cleaning, and moving materials.
- Monitor production flow, process parameters, and equipment performance to ensure quality and efficiency.
- Assist in troubleshooting and perform basic adjustments or minor repairs on equipment.
- Operate mobile equipment (e.g., forklifts, front-end loaders, cranes, bobcats) to move materials, products, and supplies.
- Maintain clean, safe, and organized work areas including outside material storage areas/yards, and production floors.
- Participate in daily safety meetings and safety committees/initiatives.
- Train, guide, and assist co-workers as needed.
- Perform inventory counts, track supplies (PPE, water, tools), and submit requests when needed.
- Read and interpret fabrication drawings, production manuals, and work instructions.
- Follow all company principles, safety rules, and regulatory standards.
- Perform other duties as required or assigned.
What You'll Need:
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience in a heavy manufacturing or industrial environment; 3 years preferred for advanced plant roles.
- Experience operating overhead cranes, and other mobile/heavy equipment is preferred but not required.
- Basic mechanical knowledge; ability to use hand tools, grinders, valves, and switches.
- Ability to read or learn to read blueprints, fabrication drawings, and verify dimensional requirements.
- Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) required for material calculations.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team with strong dependability and attendance.