General Laborer Block - Req. ID #16841

Basalite Building Products, LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturer is seeking a General Laborer Block to join their team in Washington, D.C. In this full-time role, you will ensure product quality, assist in block stacking, and operate necessary equipment. Enjoy competitive pay and a range of benefits, including medical coverage and paid vacation.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Medical/dental insurance

401(k) and profit sharing retirement plan

Vacation accrual up to 80 hours in the first year

Wellness programs

Qualifications

• Ability to perform essential duties satisfactorily.
• On-the-job training experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Stacks block by hand and assists machine operators.
• Checks blocks for defects and performs hand batching.
• Operates forklift and maintains plant cleanliness.

Skills

Basic math skills

Reading skills

Writing skills

Ability to operate forklift

Job description

Basalite Building Products, LLC is one of the largest manufacturers of concrete masonry products in the Western United States. Product lines include structural block, interlocking paving stones, engineered wall systems, retaining walls, ornamental and garden products, and a full range of sack goods. We are a proud member of the Pacific Coast Building Products Family of Companies.

GENERAL LABORER BLOCK

$18.00 - $19.00 Hourly Depending on Qualifications and Experience

• Do you want a “Career” not just a job?
• Are you a Team Player who thrives on learning from others to become an expert in your field?
• Do you excel in a fast-paced work environment?
• Do you want to be part of a company that is the technological leader in North America in producing concrete masonry products? If so, we want to talk to you!

WHAT THIS ROLE LOOKS LIKE:

Under the supervision of the Block Plant Superintendent, this position is responsible for the accuracy of bag weights, additive dispensing, and all specialty products and is responsible for supporting and demonstrating the Core Values of Integrity, Safety , Respect, Customer Focus, Quality, Innovation and Financial Success. Performs other related duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Stacks block by hand.
• Assist machine operator as needed.
• Able to communicate any issues to your supervisor.
• Checks blocks for defects or contamination.
• Able to identify poor quality and bad splits.
• Performs hand batching of cement color, checking for quality.
• Keep the plant clean.
• Operates forklift and any other equipment required to perform duties.
• Attends safety meetings and abides by all safety rules set forth by company and governmental regulatory agencies; ensures that hazardous conditions are reported and corrected.
• All other duties and responsibilities assigned from time to time by the company or its designated representatives.
• Regular attendance is required.

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. T he requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Requires basic math, reading and writing skills.
• Able to read the tape measure.
• On-the-job training experience is required to be able to perform duties.
• Ability to operate forklift and any other equipment required to perform duties.
• Regular attendance is required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Standing, walking, talking/listening, climbing/balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching with hands and arms
• Lifting up-to 100 pounds.
• Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; Reach with hands and arms; Talk and listen; Stand, walk, and sit.
• Frequently drive a personal vehicle to deliver bank deposits to local bank.
• Occasionally required to bend at the waist; Lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.
• Regular attendance is required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Work near moving mechanical parts, heat or cold (non-weather) conditions, vibration.
• Very loud noise.
• Plant environment with loud noise, moving machinery, dusty, dirty.
• Outdoor weather conditions.
• Extreme temperatures.
• Wear mandatory and/or other appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE)
• On the job training will be provided!
• GREAT Benefits! Accrue up-to 80 hours vacation your first year!
• Selected candidate for this position is subject to a pre-employment drug screen.

This is a regular, full-time position with competitive compensation and full benefits including medical/dental insurance, disability benefits, life insurance, 401(k), profit sharing retirement plan, and wellness programs. We are an equal opportunity employer and promote a drug free workplace