Facilities General Labor

Dauch; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Dauch Fort Wayne is seeking a Facilities General Laborer to help maintain cleanliness, safety, and efficiency across our manufacturing site. You will perform routine tasks to keep equipment, floors, and spaces in top condition, supporting a productive environment for all team members.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent, be able to lift up to 50 pounds, work independently or with a team, and take pride in a clean, organized facility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior general labor, janitorial, or facilities maintenance experience is a plus.
• Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting up to 50 pounds and standing for extended periods.
• Basic cleaning techniques and equipment operation knowledge.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to a clean, safe environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain coolant levels in machining equipment while documenting inspections.
• Maintain hydraulic oil and way lube levels on broaches and production equipment.
• Clean and maintain lubricant pumps, reservoirs, and filtration systems.
• Perform lubrication preventive maintenance on all assigned manufacturing equipment.
• Clean coolant tanks, drip pans, and waste collection systems.
• Perform scheduled deep cleaning of coolant tanks using the evaporator system.
• Maintain Toyota grinder coolant and waste tanks.
• Organize, label, and inventory lubricants and fluids throughout the facility.
• Operate industrial floor scrubbers.
• Clean oil, coolant, and hydraulic spills in accordance with environmental and safety procedures.
• Operate the facility trash compactor.
• All other duties as assigned

Skills

Physical tasks

Cleaning techniques

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Reliability / punctuality

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Posting Title

Facilities General Labor

Job Description Summary

Our Fort Wayne Manufacturing Facility is seeking a Facilities General Laborer to perform a variety of routine and semi-routine tasks to maintain the cleanliness, functionality, and appearance of our facilities and grounds. This role is essential for supporting a safe and productive work environment for all employees.

Job Description

• Monitor and maintain coolant levels in machining equipment while documenting inspections.
• Maintain hydraulic oil and way lube levels on broaches and production equipment.
• Clean and maintain lubricant pumps, reservoirs, and filtration systems.
• Perform lubrication preventive maintenance on all assigned manufacturing equipment.
• Clean coolant tanks, drip pans, and waste collection systems.
• Perform scheduled deep cleaning of coolant tanks using the evaporator system.
• Maintain Toyota grinder coolant and waste tanks.
• Organize, label, and inventory lubricants and fluids throughout the facility.
• Operate industrial floor scrubbers.
• Clean oil, coolant, and hydraulic spills in accordance with environmental and safety procedures.
• Operate the facility trash compactor.
• All other duties as assigned

Required Skills And Education

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Prior experience in a general labor, janitorial, or facilities maintenance role is a plus.
• Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting up to 50 pounds, standing, walking, bending, and stooping for extended periods.
• Knowledge of basic cleaning techniques and equipment operation.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining a clean and safe environment.
• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic.

About Dauch

Dauch Corporation is a premier Driveline and Metal Forming supplier serving the global automotive industry with a powertrain-agnostic product portfolio that supports electric, hybrid, and internal combustion vehicles. The company is headquartered in Detroit, MI, with operations that span 24 countries and more than 175 locations. Formed through the acquisition of Dowlais Group plc and its subsidiaries - GKN Automotive and GKN Powder Metallurgy, Dauch unites deep engineering roots with global manufacturing capabilities and an entrepreneurial spirit to move mobility forward. Visit www.dauch.com to learn more.

Dauch will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. Dauch will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law.

For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail [e-mail].

Dauch is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.