Laborer

Darling International Inc.; Fort Wayne, Lexington (IN, KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for dedicated Laborers to join their team in a dynamic plant environment. This role involves operating heavy machinery like loaders and forklifts while ensuring safety and sanitation standards are met. Ideal candidates will be physically capable and adaptable, thriving in a fast-paced setting. You'll play a crucial part in maintaining operations by unloading materials, completing sanitation tasks, and following company guidelines. If you enjoy working in a hands-on role and are committed to excellence, this opportunity could be the perfect fit for you.

Qualifications

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and crawl in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 80 lbs occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Unload raw materials and wash trailers and tankers.
• Complete daily sanitation tasks and document movements accurately.

Skills

Time Management

Communication Skills

Adaptability

Mathematical Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Loader

Forklift

Bobcat

Yard Tractor

Job description

Job Summary

The Laborer operates loader, forklifts, bobcat and yard tractor pumps. Will need to be able to climb tanks, tankers, shovels material, completes daily sanitation, lifts and rolls barrels when needed. Loads and unloads raw materials and finished products. Must be legible and accurate on all documentation.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

• Unload raw material. Washes trailers and tankers.
• Documents all movement and completes accurately.
• Shovels, sweeps and washes plant. Completes needed daily sanitation work.
• Follows all Company safety procedures, GMP and guidelines.
• All other duties as assigned by management.
• Must be timely.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be willing and able to frequently stand, walk, bend, crawl as well as push/pull items while working in a fast-paced environment of varying temperatures and with possible slippery surfaces

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Communicates clearly in verbal and written form.
• Highly organized; superior time management skills. Follows direction
• Ability to maintain composure in difficult situations; adaptable to changing situations.
• Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers.
• Able to climb high and tolerate heights.
  

Physical Demands

• Constantly required to walk, stand, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crawl, and crouch.
• Occasionally push, pull, up to 100 lbs. with both arms
• Occasionally lift up to 80 lbs. with both arms.
• Frequently lift, push, pull, or carry up to 50 lbs.
• Regularly required reach with hands and arms.
• Continually entering and exiting cab of tractor, front end loader, bobcat and forklift.

Work Environment

Job functions will be carried out at a plant location.

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