PURPOSE OF THE JOBThe General Laborer is the entry level production position at the Sedalia plant. General laborers may be assigned to work in many different areas, but most frequently are assigned work in the furnace department or on the grill cleaner production line.Reports to: Shift SupervisorSpan of Control: N/ADirect Reports: No direct reportsJOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Move material by hand, pallet jack and/or forklift
Transfer material between different processes or manufacturing equipment
Remove Foamglas blocks from metal pans and place into cooling oven
Process product to customer specifications
Inspect product prior to packaging
Ensure packaging is correct
Operate packaging and process equipment
Stack, box and/or palletize material
Package material for shipment to customers
Provide relief for breaks; fill in for absent employees
Take proper actions to maintain material flow
Dispose of defective or unsalvageable material
Provide general cleanup; maintain good housekeeping conditions
Observe safety policies and practices. Working safety is a condition of employment.
Any additional tasks as assigned by the shift supervisor
JOB REQUIREMENTSMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
High School diploma or equivalent (GED) required
Experience working in a manufacturing or industrial environment strongly preferred
Able to work 12 hour shifts
Able to stand for extended periods of time
Able to work in extreme heat conditions and a dusty environment
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Must be able to operate a forklift (training provided)
Mechanical aptitude
Basic computer skills
Able to follow standard work and procedures
Self-motivated; able to work with minimal supervision
