General Labor

Amsted Rail; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Amsted Rail is seeking an entry-level laborer to learn and progress into other foundry jobs. The role supports melting, casting, mold prep, wheel preparation, moving foundry materials and maintaining a clean, safe work area.

Position is on A-Shift or C-Shift with a 90-day probation. Requires high school diploma, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, pass respirator, background check and drug screen; expects flexibility for 24-hour operation and weekends.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be available to work any of the shifts in a 24 hour operation, and permanently be placed on an off shift, work weekends and greater than 8 hours per day when needed.
• Possess mechanical aptitude/ability.
• Ability to learn Statistical Process Control Methods
• Express work ethic/standards, initiative, attention to detail, and safety awareness.
• Must maintain attendance and dependability.
• Must work well with others in a team atmosphere.
• Position involves regular bending and lifting; standing for long periods of time; pushing and pulling.
• Candidates must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
• Candidates should have reliable transportation, be able to pass a pre-employment respirator use exam, background check, and drug screen. Experience working in the metals industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Learn and fulfill the needs of production departments in various positions.
• Perform tasks related to melting, casting, mold preparation, wheel preparation, moving foundry materials and housekeeping.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Learn SPC methods

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The laborer position is an entry level position that should progress to the other basic foundry jobs based on bidding, training and qualification.

Will be responsible for learning and fulfilling the needs of the production departments in various positions. The laborer performs any combination of tasks relating to melting, casting, mold preparation, wheel preparation, moving foundry materials and facility housekeeping

The position may be moved at management’s discretion until they bid to a permanent position.

There is a 90-day probationary period. The Opening is for A-Shift (Monday - Friday 11pm - 7am) and C Shift (Monday - Friday 3pm-11pm)

Must Haves:

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be available to work any of the shifts in a 24 hour operation, and permanently be placed on an off shift, work weekends and greater than 8 hours per day when needed.
• Possess mechanical aptitude/ability.
• Ability to learn Statistical Process Control Methods
• Express work ethic/standards, initiative, attention to detail, and safety awareness.
• Must maintain attendance and dependability.
• Must work well with others in a team atmosphere.
• Position involves regular bending and lifting; standing for long periods of time; pushing and pulling.
• Candidates must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally.
• Candidates should have reliable transportation, be able to pass a pre-employment respirator use exam, background check, and drug screen. Experience working in the metals industry is a plus.

Amsted Rail is an industry leader that can offer more than a chance to succeed. This is where you can thrive. Our environment is energetic, our people are motivated and our career paths can take you where you want to go. We pride ourselves on being the market leader.

• We offer a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance as well as a retirement package that includes match on 401k contributions and an employee stock ownership program.

Amsted Rail is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. To review our EEO Policies or to request assistance please go to www.amstedrail.com/careers/ and select EEO Compliance/Statements.To learn more about us, please visit us online at www.amstedrail.com .

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Qualifications

Skills

Preferred

Expert

Behaviors

Preferred

Team Player : Works well as a member of a group

Detail Oriented : Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Loyal : Shows firm and constant support to a cause

Dedicated : Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Preferred

Ability to Make an Impact : Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Goal Completion : Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks

Financial : Inspired to perform well by monetary reimbursement

Growth Opportunities : Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Job Security : Inspired to perform well by the knowledge that your job is safe

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