GENERAL LABORER

Summary

This position is responsible for performing general labor tasks to support production and operational activities.  The General Laborer loads, unloads, and handles materials, parts, and components safely, assists with cleaning, organizing work areas, and disposing of scrap, and helps manage inventory by labeling, stocking, and retrieving materials as needed.  The role ensures compliance with all safety procedures, including proper use of PPE and adherence to OSHA guidelines, communicates equipment issues, material shortages, or quality concerns to supervisors, and provides support to other team members or departments as required to maintain smooth operations.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Load, unload, and handle materials, parts, and components safely.
• Assist with general labor tasks such as sweeping, cleaning, organizing work areas, and disposing of scrap.
• Assist with inventory, including labeling, stocking, and retrieving materials as needed.
• Follow all safety procedures, including PPE use, machine guarding, and OSHA guidelines.
• Communicate any equipment issues, material shortages, or quality concerns to supervisors promptly.
• Support production operations by assisting other team members or departments when needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Expectations

• Follow all safety procedures, PPE requirements, and OSHA guidelines at all times.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work area.
• Handle materials and equipment safely and responsibly.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and team members regarding production needs or issues.
• Complete assigned tasks efficiently to support daily production goals.
• Accurately document work performed, materials used, and any issues encountered.
• Report equipment malfunctions, quality concerns, or safety hazards immediately.
• Show a willingness to learn new tasks, cross-train, and support other areas as needed.
• Maintain punctual, regular, and predictable attendance.
• Work collaboratively in a team environment with a spirit of cooperation.
• Respectfully take direction from manager.

Manager Responsibilities

• This position has no management responsibilities.

Qualifications

To successfully perform this job, an individual must be able to carry out each essential duty satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to the health or safety of themselves or others. The qualifications listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be provided for individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the role.

Education Requirement

• High School Diploma/GED equivalent.
• Vocational training or coursework in manufacturing, machining, or industrial technology is a plus but not required.
• Basic reading, writing, and math skills necessary for interpreting work orders, measuring parts, and recording data.
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings or blueprints is preferred.

Skills Requirement

• Basic mechanical aptitude.
• Strong attention-to-detail.
• Ability to read and interpret basic technical drawings, measurements, and work instructions.
• Good organizational skills to maintain a clean and orderly work area.
• Effective communication skills for interacting with supervisors and team members.
• Basic computer or touchscreen skills for operating machine controls or entering production data.
• Problem-solving skills to identify and report equipment or quality issues.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Physical stamina to lift, move, and handle materials throughout the shift.

Experience

• 0-1 year of related experience in manufacturing, production, general labor (entry-level).
• Familiarity with reading technical drawings, blueprints, or work orders.
• Experience with measuring tools such as calipers, gauges, or tape measures.
• Hands-on experience with material handling, loading, or staging parts.
• Experience performing general labor tasks such as cleaning, organizing, or assisting with equipment setup is helpful.
• Demonstrated ability to follow procedures and work independently or as part of a team.

Physical Requirements

• Standing -  5-6 hours per day.
• Walking – 1-2 hours per day.
• Sitting -  <1 hour per day.
• Lifting – Up to 50 lbs.
• Carrying – Up to 50 lbs.
• Pushing/pulling – Up to 50 lbs.
• Environment – Inside 90%; Outside 10%.

Benefits

• 401k
• 401k Employer Matching Program
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Paid Time Off

Salary : $17 - $19