Machine General Helper

Colonial Group; Garland (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group in Garland, TX is seeking a dependable team member to support a busy manufacturing operation. The role aims to increase productivity, decrease downtime and waste, and assist all jobs on the plant floor.

You will follow all safety rules, including lock-out tag-out procedures, and maintain shop equipment per 5S standards. Qualifications include a High School diploma or GED, authorization to work in the U.S., and willingness to work first or third shift with overtime.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Willing to work first or third shift and overtime as needed.
• Good attendance record required.
• Experience in packaging/manufacturing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support manufacturing operation to increase productivity and reduce downtime and waste.
• Assist all jobs on the plant floor.
• Follow all safety rules and lock-out/tag-out procedures.
• Maintain shop and shop equipment per 5S Standards.
• May stack parts up to 30 lbs for up to 12 hours.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Safety-focused mindset

Effective communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Principle Accountabilities:

Work as part of a team in support of a manufacturing operation with a goal of increasing productivity; decreasing downtime and waste.

Assume active role in overall plant and facilities-related work.

Position requires assisting all jobs on the plant floor.

Follow all company safety rules and lock-out tag-out procedures.

Maintain shop and shop equipment per 5S Standards.

Other duties as assigned.

May be required to stack parts up to 30 lbs.for a period of up to 12 hours.

Basic Qualifications:

High School Graduate or GED.

Be passionate about maintaining a safe work environment.

Must be able to work overtime and weekends as needed.

Must be willing to work the first and third shift.

Must have a good attendance record.

Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in a packaging or other manufacturing environment is preferred.

Possess an understanding that temperatures and volumes of work may vary.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Must be willing to work closely on a day-to-day basis with other production personnel.

Ability to share ideas with others to solve problems of essential importance.

Excellent communication skills.

Thrive in a cross-functional team environment.

Work with a sense of urgency to reduce downtime of machines.

Strong verbal communication skills.

Ability to work in a fast paced environment and handle multiple requests simultaneously.