Production Yard Worker

Alcom; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in manufacturing is seeking skilled laborers to perform essential tasks such as cutting lumber, operating forklifts, and maintaining safety standards. Candidates should have a high school diploma and preferably prior experience with power tools and machinery. The role requires physical stamina and the ability to work outside in various weather conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with tractors, forklifts, and power tools preferred.
• Ability to perform physical tasks and work outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Cut lumber and rubber mats; clean and organize work areas.
• Operate tractors and forklifts to move materials.
• Ensure safety compliance and maintain personal protective equipment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Good organizational skills

Ability to work well with others

Ability to follow instructions

Punctuality

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Power tools

Tractors

Forklifts

Job description

Hours: Monday-Thursday 7:00 am to 5:00 pm and Friday 7:00 am to 2:00 pm

Position Summary:

• Cut up lumber and rubber mats
• Sweep and clean work areas
• Sort and stack scrap plywood
• Build shipping boxes with a power nail gun
• Ensures compliance with all safety policies and that appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) is worn
• Shovel snow when needed
• Use a tractor to move trailers in the shipping yard
• Eventually, operate forklifts to stack and load trailers
• Performs other related duties and assignments as required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to follow instructions
• Ability to work well with others
• Ability to show up for work on time daily
• Attention to detail
• Good organizational skills

Physical and Environmental Requirements:

• Standing – up to 90%
• Walking – up to 90%
• Crouching – up to 30%
• Lifting – approximately 50% during the shift

25 lbs. constantly and 50 pounds frequently

• Bending – up to 50 times/day
• Climbing – up to 20 times/day
• Kneeling – up to 50%
• Sight with the ability to distinguish color
• Driving seated – up to 50%
• Exposure to slippery work surfaces, dust, dirt and ice
• Exposure to extreme weather – 100% outside work
• Above average endurance

Desired Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or GED
• Previous hands-on experience with tractors and forklifts preferred
• Previous hands-on experience with a variety of power tools preferred