General Laborer - Summer Help

Ravago Group; Illinois; On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to maintain a safe and clean working environment. This role involves performing various tasks, including general maintenance, inventory management, and adhering to safety protocols. Ideal candidates will be current high school juniors or seniors, eager to learn and contribute to a dynamic team. Join a workplace that values safety, teamwork, and growth, while gaining valuable experience in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Must be a current High School Junior or Senior.
• Ability to carry out verbal and written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean working environment for staff and visitors.
• Perform light industrial tasks and general maintenance.
• Adhere to safety measures and quality procedures.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Ability to follow instructions

Basic maintenance skills

Education

High School Junior or Senior

Job description

Assignment Start date : on or after Monday, May 19, 2025, | Assignment End date : on or before August 15, 2025

Objective / Purpose

The primary purpose of this role is to maintain a clean working environment for all staff and visitors, ensuring the campus and all areas are safe.

Areas of Responsibility / Tasks

Performance must reflect appropriate level of expertise and achievement of the desired results for the items listed below.

General:

• Safely help the distribution site and perform miscellaneous tasks as assigned.
• Build boxes for both shipping & production departments.
• General maintenance task in and around the distribution site.
• Complete administrative tasks in support of the various departments.
• Observe and learn how the Ravago distribution facility operates.
• Perform light industrial tasks as assigned.
• Follow all Quality, Safety and Environmental Procedures.
• Uphold the Ravago Code of Conduct standards.
• Other duties as assigned by assigned Leader.

Inventory Management:

• Notify the department supervisor or assigned leader for supply replenishment.

Safety:

• Adhere to safety measures for cleaning, lifting, moving, and operating equipment.
• Maintain a safe working environment; observe all OSHA and Company safety policies.
• Identify and generate near-miss reports (Stop Stories) and other elements of risk.

Minimum Qualifications / Education / Certifications

• Education - must be a current Hich School Junior or Senior
• Ability to maintain machinery necessary to perform a specialized task.
• Ability to carry out verbal and written instructions as received.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Work Environment / Conditions

The work environment/conditions described herein are representative of those that an incumbent may experience and therefore must be adaptable to.

• Must be comfortable working in a shared space, with constant noise.
• This job operates both interior and exterior of the building; the incumbent will be exposed to outside weather conditions.
• Schedules may vary from week to week based on business demands in excess of 40 hours with or without notice.

Physical Requirements / Demands:

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. *Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions & physical demands of this role .

• While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is regularly required to talk and hear.
• This position is active and requires bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing for the duration of the shift.
• While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is regularly required to travel by foot, forklift, golf cart, or other means of transportation which require sitting, waiting, and standing for long and short periods of time.
• The incumbent must frequently lift and move items over 30 pounds.
• All injuries regardless of severity must be reported to your Supervisor/HR immediately.

This job description is not an exhaustive list of areas of responsibility or tasks that an incumbent in this position may be asked to perform. All Employees are required to deliver the desired results intended for their role, at the designated level of knowledge, skill, and ability commensurate with their job title and level within the organization.

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS:
Ravago Americas is an equal employment opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, citizenship status, or marital status. We assure you that your opportunity for employment with this employer depends solely upon your qualifications.

Job Family WAREHOUSE / MANUFACTURING / PROD/WHSE (Job Family)