Laborer

Drake; Drake (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Drake in South Carolina is seeking a candidate to ensure a safe working environment and compliance with regulations. Responsibilities include conducting workplace exams, operating mobile equipment, and participating in safety audits.

The ideal applicant should possess a high school diploma and prior experience in cement or heavy industrial manufacturing. Strong communication and critical thinking skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in cement or heavy industrial manufacturing is preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate and promote a high safety standard.
• Ensure plant equipment complies with regulations.
• Conduct workplace exams and job hazard analysis.

Skills

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

Responsibilities:

• Consistently demonstrate and promote a high safety standard and safe working environment.
• Ensure plant equipment complies with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Follow Standard Operating Procedures and Company Policies.
• Conduct workplace exams and job hazard analysis/risk assessment.
• Identify and report any process‑related issues, adverse conditions, hazards, and/or concerns to the Production Shift Supervisor.
• Perform routine plant clean‑up of various process lines, towers, tunnels, material transport systems, etc., using tools such as shovels, brooms, rakes, and vacuum trucks.
• Operate mobile equipment as directed by the Production Shift Supervisor.
• Perform minor maintenance on tools and equipment.
• Always wear appropriate PPE specific to the task.
• Support safe and productive plant operations.
• Must communicate effectively on the radio system.
• Report to the Production Shift Supervisor.
• Participate in Environmental, Health, and Safety audits/inspections.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Prior experience in cement or heavy industrial manufacturing is preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must possess strong communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Good critical thinking skills with the ability to observe and assess situations and anticipate issues before they occur.
• Must understand and follow all Standard Operating Procedures.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate verbally in English.

Physical Demands:

• Lifting – Raising or lowering an object from one level to another (includes upward pulling). Up to 50 lbs.
• Carrying – Transporting an object, usually in the hands or arms or on the shoulder. Up to 50 lbs.
• Ladders and Stairs, Heavy.