General Operator

Besser Company; Boone (IA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Besser Company in Boone, Iowa is seeking a General Laborer to prepare parts for fabricators to use on special concrete pipe forms. This entry-level role involves assisting with cutting, assembling, and moving parts under the direction of the Shop Supervisor.

No prior experience is required as we offer training; safety is emphasized and you will work full-time in manufacturing operations at our Boone facility.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: None required, will train.
• Knowledge and use of machines and hand tools; ensure safe operation.

Responsibilities

• Cuts, rolls and/or breaks piece parts to required dimensions and shapes.
• Assembles parts and helps Fabricators as required.
• Works under the direction of the Shop Supervisor.
• Transports parts to designated area.
• Cutting all parts to 1/16” required.

Skills

Machines and tools knowledge

Manual strength

Flexibility / mobility

Hand tool operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

The General Laborer is responsible for preparing Parts for Fabricators to use on special concrete Pipe Forms.

Responsibilities

• Cuts, rolls and/or breaks piece parts to required dimensions and shapes
• Assembles parts and helps Fabricators as required
• Works under the direction of the Shop Supervisor
• Transports parts to designated area
• Cutting all parts to 1/16” required.
• Performs other Duties as required

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: None required, will train.
• Skills: Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, benefits, repair and maintenance. The ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull and carry objects. The ability to bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with the body, arms, and/or legs. Using hands and arms in handling, installing, forming, positioning, and moving materials or in manipulating things such as hand tools and hoist.
• Requirements: Operator must work in a safe manner and must have a safe work record. Safety must be the first and foremost concern as these machines are capable of great bodily harm.

Company: Besser Company

Department: Manufacturing

Location: Boone, Iowa

Posted: 06/22/2026