General Laborer

Bay Insulation of Minnesota Inc; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Company events

Job summary

Bay Insulation of Minnesota Inc. is seeking a General Laborer to support fiberglass insulation production in Saint Cloud on first shift. You will load materials, assist with laminators, and help keep the line flowing safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities include material handling, packaging, forklift safety, and quality checks, with a family-owned culture and a 50th anniversary celebration this year. Training and safety are emphasized, and overtime may be available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in manufacturing, warehouse, or material handling preferred.
• Valid forklift certification or ability to obtain certification upon hire.
• Familiarity with fiberglass insulation, facing materials, or metal building insulation manufacturing preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and safely perform duties in a production environment.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, and transport raw materials and finished goods to maintain continuous laminator production.
• Prepare and package shipments according to customer and carrier requirements.
• Stay informed on production schedules to stage materials for lamination and changeovers.
• Verify materials are delivered in correct order, quantity, and specification to prevent interruptions.
• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment safely per OSHA standards.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and free of debris; support shipping and production teams.

Skills

Forklift operation

Reading work orders

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Description

Are you looking for a 100% first shift opportunity in the Saint Cloud area? How does a Monday through Friday schedule with minimal Saturdays, sound to you? If working for a family-owned company who celebrated our 50th anniversary this year sounds interesting, then we may have the job for you. Bay Insulation of Minnesota is actively looking for a General Laborer who will play a vital role in supporting the efficient flow of production within the metal building insulation operation.

This position is responsible for safely preparing and loading fiberglass insulation and facing materials into laminators, as well as starting, wrapping, identifying, and unloading finished laminated products. The General Laborer also packages unfaced materials for shipment, assists with truck loading and unloading, and supports Machine Operators and Material Handlers to ensure continuous laminator and band saw operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Material Handling & Flow Support
• Load, unload, and transport raw materials (fiberglass insulation and facing) and finished laminated rolls to maintain continuous laminator production.
• Load and unload trucks.
• Prepare and package shipments according to customer and carrier requirements.
• Stay informed on current production schedules to ensure fiberglass insulation is staged and ready to laminate and facing materials are available for changeovers.
• Accuracy & Documentation
• Verify materials are delivered to and from production areas in the correct order, quantity, and specification to prevent production interruptions.
• Perform quality checks against job requirements to ensure finished goods meet customer specifications.
• Accurately label and store finished goods and raw materials.
• Maintain accurate inventory records through physical counts and waste reporting
• Safety & Equipment Operation
• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment safely and in compliance with company and OSHA safety standards.
• Complete and document daily forklift safety inspections; report and assist in maintenance as needed.
• Ensure fiberglass insulation stacks are aligned and stacked straight to maintain stability and prevent tipping hazards.
• Secure all loads safely before transport and follow designated traffic and storage patterns within the facility.
• Safely operate balers, trash compactors, band saws, and power tools.
• Assist Machine Operators in the safe and efficient operation of laminators.
• Housekeeping & Support
• Keep work areas, aisles, and storage zones clean, organized, and free from debris, empty pallets, or packaging waste.
• Support production and shipping personnel to ensure on-time order fulfillment and efficient workflow.
• Handle any hazardous or special materials under supervision and in accordance with safety regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervision or management.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in manufacturing, warehouse, or material handling operations preferred.
• Valid forklift certification or ability to obtain certification upon hire.
• Familiarity with fiberglass insulation, facing materials, or metal building insulation manufacturing preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and safely perform duties in a production environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety, organization, and productivity.

Benefits: At The Bay Family of Companies, we believe in taking care of our employees. We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support the health and well-being of our employees & their families.

• Health benefits to include medical, dental and vision insurance. A wellness program with incentives.
• Financial security with a 401(k) with a generous company match, a Health Savings Account option, and life & disability insurance for unexpected events.
• Work-Life balance supported by a generous amount of paid time off and holidays to recharge.
• Additional perks include employee discounts, company events and recognition programs.

***This employment advertisement is not applicable to individuals who reside in the states of California or Colorado.***