Production Load Build Operator

Colonial Group; Von Ormy (TX); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group in Texas is seeking a 2nd shift Load Builder to efficiently assemble loads in our industrial laundry facility. You will use load sheets, follow the production plan, and ensure orders are ready on a one-day lead time.

The role requires basic math, clear communication, teamwork, and reliable attendance. Overtime may be required, with safety emphasized in all handling and cart movements.

Qualifications

• High school degree or equivalent preferred.
• Familiar with load sheets and daily production planning.

Responsibilities

• Becomes familiar with load sheet (by route, by day) and builds loads one day ahead.
• Follows load building guidance and loads product in order by weight, size, type.
• Identifies mats not meeting quality requirements (stains, rips, holes, wet).
• Monitors merchandise not meeting specified quality standards.
• Moves carts safely and informs supervisor of shortages regularly.
• Maintains a safe, clean work environment and follows production practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Math skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attendance reliability

Overtime flexibility

Education

High school diploma

Job description

2nd shift Load Builder- hours 12:30pm to 9pm m-th friday from 11:30am to 8pm rate of pay 15.25

Overview

Performs work as part of a team in an industrial laundry facility. Responsible for the safe, expeditious, and accurate handling of merchandise into and/or out of the laundry facility.

Responsibilities / Essential Functions

• Becomes familiar with load sheet (by route, by day) and builds loads one day ahead.
• Follows load building guidance and knows the initial step to line cart with clean cardboard, and loads product in order according to weight, size, type, and other specifications.
• Identifies and segregates mats that do not meet quality requirements in terms of stains, gum stains, rips, tears, holes, or if wet.
• Monitors merchandise not meeting specified quality standards.
• Maneuvers full and empty carts and is familiar with safety standards for pushing and pulling carts 50 lbs. and greater.
• Informs supervisor of any shortages every two to four increments based upon market center reporting process.
• Maintains safe and clean work environment, and observes best practices in all production activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Ability to understand all required training, written, and verbal instructions.
• Working knowledge of basic math skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, following the days production plan.
• Ability to meet attendance schedule.
• Work is based on a shift schedule, and may include weekends.
• Overtime required as needed.

Working Environment / Safety Requirements

• Work is performed in a warehouse setting and regularly exposed to outside weather conditions, extreme heat and cold conditions as well as dust and noise.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Requires the ability lift and carry product weighting up to 20 lbs frequently.
• Requires the ability to move, push, or maneuver carts weighing up to 300 lbs frequently.
• Requires bending, reaching, twisting, pulling, and pressing above shoulder level and below waist area.
• Requires the use of hands, wrists, and arms for grasping and other manipulations.
• Requires standing and walking for long periods of time.

Education

High school degree or equivalent preferred.