Laborer

United States Sugar Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

United States Sugar Corporation seeks a day-shift team member to maintain cleanliness in the Boiling House area, operate basic cleaning tools, and assist personnel as needed.

This role requires independent work, adherence to safety rules, and occasional weekend overtime. Pre-employment screenings are required, and forklift certification must be earned within 30 days of employment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write and speak English to comprehend instructions and communicate safely.
• Must pass drug test and background screening.
• New hires must obtain forklift certification within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness in Boiling House area and assist personnel.
• Operate cleaning tools and basic equipment safely.
• Participate in training sessions and pre-shift safety meetings.
• Follow Company policies and comply with health, safety, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

English literacy

Safety awareness

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Job Location: UNITED STATES SUGAR MANUFACTURING

SUMMARY

This is a day-shift work position with periodic overtime requirements, including weekends and holidays, working independently and with minimal supervision, safely and efficiently maintain the cleanliness within the area of Boiling House operations, and assist Boiling House personnel where needed.

FUNCTIONS

• Abide by all Company policies outlined in the Employee Handbook and comply with all Company, Local, State and Federal regulations relating to Health, Safety, Operations, etc.
• Successfully participate in and complete all training sessions, safety classes, pre-shift meetings, and/or certifications related to the position.
• Use power washing equipment, mops, extension poles, shovels, rakes, pitchforks, brooms, wheelbarrows, and other hand and power tools to clean, move, and transport garbage, liquids, and other materials.
• Operate forklift, man-lift, and other heavy equipment as needed, using both feet and hands to manipulate foot and hand controls simultaneously.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must have positive results from Company-designated tests designed to measure basic skills, job skills, mechanical aptitude and/or other interests, skills and characteristics.
• Must be 18 years of age or older and have a good work record and disciplinary history.
• Demonstrate physical ability to perform the essential functions of the job. Applicant must be in good health and physically able to perform all phases of the work.
• Applicant must be able to read, write and speak the English language in order to comprehend instructions on the job and in the classroom, to communicate via radio, and to ensure personal and co-worker safety on the job.
• New hires must pass a drug test and other pre-employment background screening, and successfully complete any required training or orientation course.
• Obtain forklift certification within 30 days of employment.

WORKING CONDITIONS

80% of the work environment is conducted in an uncovered environment, exposed to heights and rapidly changing temperatures including extreme heat, weather conditions, blowing dust and particles, loud noise, and limited visibility while wearing PPE (i.e.: hard hat, goggles, ear plugs, full-body suits, and respirators); regularly climbing stairs or ladders, kneeling, crawling, bending, stooping, squatting, reaching, and walking on uneven ground containing slip and trip hazards. Will routinely work while lifting, loading, pushing and/or pulling of up to 55 lbs. unassisted.

20% of the work environment is conducted in enclosed/confined, or tight, spaces using lock-out/tag-out practices and artificial light, working around wet or dripping, moving machinery with sharp edges, reaching above the head while crouching, standing, or laying prone. Will be fitted for a respirator.

This information indicates the general nature and level of work performed by associates in this position. It is not designed to contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. This description supersedes and previous or undated descriptions for this position. Management has the right to add or change the duties for this position at any time.