What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Laborer position at Premier Trailer Manufacturing?
Ranked in the top 20 of all chassis manufacturers in North America. We are the leading manufacturer of double semi-trailers used throughout the agriculture and supply chain industry. Our reputation has been built on superior craftsmanship, using only high-grade materials that hold up under the most demanding conditions.
Summary
We are looking for a General Laborer who will support production by performing tasks like loading and unloading materials, operating basic machinery, assembling products, maintaining a clean, safe work environment, requiring physical stamina, ability to follow instructions, and teamwork to keep operations running efficiently. Excellent attention to detail and able to work independently and as part of a team.
Responsibilities
- Support skilled workers
- Help with the assembly and maintenance of mechanical systems and equipment
- Provide a great level of attention to detail and focus on the given task
- Keep work areas clean and organized, and take proper care of all equipment and facilities
- Follow safety rules and quality standards
- Maintain compliance with all company polices and procedures
- Follow verbal and written instructions
Qualifications:
- Experience with power tools
- Ability to read a tape measure
- Basic automotive and mechanical skills
- Experience with trailer mechanic repairs is a plus.
- Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines, while maintaining a positive attitude and providing exemplary work
- Must be able to effectively communicate with other employees and supervisors
Responsibilities:
- Prepare surfaces for painting
- Mix paints and other materials
- Appy coast of paint, varnish, sealer, and other finishes to trailers
- Inspect and evaluate finished products
- Ensure work is done safely and meets quality standards
- Calibrate and maintain painting equipment
- Provide a great level of attention to detail and focus on the given task
- Keep work areas clean and organized, and take proper care of all equipment and facilities
- Follow safety rules and quality standards
- Perform related duties as assigned by the supervisor
- Maintain compliance with all company policies and procedures
- Follow verbal and written instructions
Physical requirements include the ability to:
- Less than 10% of work is accomplished indoors in well-ventilated facility.
- Greater than 90% of work is accomplished in a Warehouse shop facility.
- Performs physical activities that require considerable use of the arms, repetitive hand wrist motion, and legs, and moving the whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, standing for long periods of time, and handling materials.
- Required to wear mandatory Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) at all times.
- May be exposed to loud sounds and distracting noise levels.
- May be asked to lift and carry up to 40- 50 pounds.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.90 - $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- How many years of experience working as a trailer mechanic?
- How many years of experience do you have using a plasma cutter and/or a blow torch?
Shift availability:
- Night Shift (Required)
- Overnight Shift (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $19