General Laborer

Samuel Packaging Systems Group; Virginia, Northern (IL, KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Samuel Packaging Systems Group is seeking a mechanically inclined individual to join our manufacturing team. The role requires visual inspection of tanks, reading blueprints, operating finishing tools, and maintaining safety and quality standards on the shop floor.

The candidate will work in a team-oriented environment, handling materials, operating cranes and grinders, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. High school diploma or GED and relevant experience are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with trades training or related experience.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, manuals and blueprints.
• Ability to communicate effectively one-on-one with others.
• Basic math operations and ability to use measurements in common units.

Responsibilities

• Visually inspect tanks for cosmetic defects and prepare surfaces.
• Remove weld spatter, burrs and rust from pressure vessels using tools.
• Read and interpret blueprints and finishing specifications for Steel Fab products.
• Operate and maintain safety equipment during blasting and finishing processes.
• Handle materials and operate cranes, hoists and forklifts as needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and follow company policies.

Skills

Visual inspection

Teamwork

Safety rules

Blueprint reading

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Welding equipment

Grinder

Bandsaw

Overhead crane

Measuring devices

Job description

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to visually inspect tanks for cosmetic defects.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written and oral instructions.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Must be willing to work in a team-oriented environment.
• The cleaner is to remove all weld spatter, burs and rust from pressure vessel using a scraper, chisel and hammer or sander.
• Cleaner is to sand any repair areas and attachments of pressure vessel.
• If the vessel is to be shipped without paint, the cleaner is to wipe the vessel with cleaner and remove stickers from vessel
• Cleaner will remove rough spots from work piece, using portable grinder, hand file, or scraper.
• Must be able to strip materials using steel shot, grit, Aluminum Oxide or other agent.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and finishing specifications as they relate to finishing Steel Fab products.
• Must be able to blast exterior of product to specific profiles
• Proper usage and maintenance of respiratory equipment.
• Must replenish the abrasive hopper when necessary.
• Must be able to remove exhausted blasting agent from blasting room.
• Will use various safety equipment related to blasting applications.
• Material handling – safe operation of cranes, hoists, and forklifts as needed. Also successfully complete any training/safety program relating to the operation of the equipment.
• Will be able to properly complete applicable paperwork associated with this classification.
• Knowledge of and compliance with all safety and environmental requirements regarding blasting agents, their application and disposal.
• Maintain a clean and neat work area
• All other duties as assigned
• Follow all policies.

Common job responsibilities for hazardous waste personnel include:

• Identify or count hazardous waste
• Choose hazardous waste containers
• Mark or label containers
• Handle or move waste or waste containers
• Inspect containers
• Operate a waste-generating process
• Manage waste in satellite areas
• Read and apply Federal or state hazardous waste regulations

EQUIPMENT KNOWLEDGE:

• Flexible and responsive with a strong teamwork orientation.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Desire to learn new skills and improve technical knowledge.
• Strong orientation toward quality, safety and continuous improvement.
• Ability to work well in a fast paced environment to meet team expectations.
• Commitment to quality and accuracy of work performed.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively implement or respond to change.
• Understanding and support of Company policies and procedures.
• Safety conscious behavior.

ROLE REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or GED with one year of trades training and at least one year of related experience; or a combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as bills of material, blueprints, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to communicate effectively one-on-one with other employees of the organization.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written and oral instructions.
• Must possess good mechanical ability and the ability to perform basic calculations to operate welding and fabricating machines.
• Demonstrates ability to operate a welder, grinder, bandsaw, ironworker, overhead crane, torch, measuring devices and a variety of hand and power tools.
• Prior work record indicating dependability and conscientiousness.
• Must be willing to work in a team-oriented environment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Stand / walk – Frequent
• Bend / squat – Frequent
• Sitting – Occasionally
• Lifting – Frequent (0 -50 lbs., if > 50 lbs. w/assistance)
• Reaching / simple grasping – Frequent
• Push / Pulling – Frequent
• Lifting above waist / shoulders – Frequent
• Computer usage – Frequent
• Verbal Communication – Frequent

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work 100% of the time in a manufacturing setting; standing, sitting, kneeling, walking, bending, lifting, and reaching.
• Majority of work activities performed indoors in an area with temperature variations, noise, dust, and fumes.
• Occasionally working in a wet environment
• Occasional work activity is performed outdoors.

This job description is not intended to be all inclusive, and the employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management, as required. Staffing of positions to be determined by the company.

As an employee, you are required to understand the ISO system and the elements that affect your job.