Plant Helper

Dauch; Gallatin (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Dauch in Gallatin, TN is seeking a Plant Helper to support daily operations in the assigned plant area. The role focuses on safe housekeeping, basic material handling, and assisting in equipment operations to maintain production flow.

Responsibilities include following safety and quality policies, forklift operation, loading/unloading, and aiding maintenance and packaging tasks. This position is typically temporary to cover absences but can become ongoing based on need; a HS diploma and good

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Ability to operate a forklift and complete company training.
• Experience in an industrial or construction setting preferred (1–3 years).
• Ability to work overtime on short notice.
• Strong written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety, quality and environmental policies and procedures.
• Perform manual tasks such as loading/unloading materials, crating/uncrating, lifting and stocking supplies.
• Mail pickup and deliveries and expedited material.
• General clean-up duties around plant facilities and equipment.
• Operate forklift to transport materials and equipment.
• Assist operators and repairmen in processing repair activities.
• Assist in operating, packaging, blending, and screening equipment; maintain a safe, clean work environment.
• Normally assigned on temporary basis to various job classifications for absences and leaves.
• Perform all tasks requested by the Supervisor and/or management.

Skills

Forklift operation

Overtime willingness

Communication skills

High School diploma or GED

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Job Description Summary

Responsible for safe housekeeping and support of assigned operation area.

Job Posting Title

Plant Helper

Job Description

• Follow all Hoeganaes safety, quality and environmental policies and procedures.
• Perform manual tasks such as loading/unloading materials, crating/uncrating materials, breaking up caked/frozen materials, lifting brick or equipment, piling/stocking supplies and materials, digging out pits, etc.
• Mail pickup and deliveries and expedited material.
• Perform general clean‑up duties in and around plant facilities and equipment, including waste disposal, occasionally cuts grass, police grounds, shovel snow, etc.
• Operate forklift to transport materials and equipment.
• Assist operators and repairmen in processing repair activities as requested.
• Assist in operating, packaging, blending, and screening equipment as requested. Maintain a safe, clean, work environment at all times.
• Normally assigned on temporary basis to various job classifications for absences, vacations, and leaves of absence.
• Perform all tasks requested by the Supervisor and/or other management personnel.

Required Skills And Education

• High School diploma or GED.
• Ability to operate a forklift and pass required Company training.
• 1-3 years of previous experience in an industrial or construction setting is preferred.
• Ability to work overtime on short notice is required.
• Good communication skills – written and verbal.

EEO Statement

Dauch will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. Dauch will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail [e-mail]. Dauch is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.