General Laborer I

The General Laborer position performs a variety of manual tasks to support production processes including loading and unloading materials and operating basic machinery. This position should ensure that work areas are clean, organized, and safe, following all safety guidelines and protocols to prevent accidents. Additionally, they may assist with inventory management, perform routine equipment maintenance, and help with quality control by inspecting products for defects or inconsistencies. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Production Support

Uses basic machinery or tools (such as hand tools or pallet jacks) to assist in production or material handling. 

• Communicates any production issues, safety hazards, or equipment malfunctions to supervisors or maintenance teams. 

• Assists in cleaning and maintaining machinery or equipment after use, ensuring it remains in good working order and ready for the next shift or job. 

• Adheres to all safety guidelines, wears required PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) and helps maintain a safe working environment for the entire team. 

• Keeps work areas clean, organized, and free of hazards by sweeping floors, wiping down surfaces, and properly disposing of waste materials. 

Safety and Maintenance

• Follows change over procedure, ensuring change overs happen quickly and efficiently.  

• Checks finished products for defects, damage, or inconsistencies, ensuring they meet quality standards before packaging or shipment. 

• Organizes or re-arranges finished products or inventory for storage, shipment, or further processing. 

• Provides support to Batch Operators and Assistants by handing them tools, equipment, or materials as needed. 

• Moves raw materials, parts, or finished products within the facility using carts, pallets, forklifts, or other equipment as needed. 

• Stages raw materials, components, and tools needed for production, ensuring they are readily available for machine operators and assembly workers. 

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Must be able to lift up to 100 pounds.
• Prolonged periods of standing or walking.
• All other duties as assigned.

 

Qualifications

COMPETENCIES

Experience

• No prior experience is required for this position.

Talents & Competencies

• Reliability
• Awareness
• Listening
• Ability to Focus

Education

• Less than high school education; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred

Certifications & Licenses

• There are no certifications or licenses required for this position.