General Laborer
On-site · Manhattan, Kansas, United States
Job Summary
General Laborer role focusing on multiple fabrication and assembly tasks for trailer components. Responsibilities include reading blueprints and work instructions to construct and assemble trailer parts using electric, pneumatic and hand-powered tools; verifying product conformance to specifications; measuring, marking, cutting, and machining parts on bandsaw and plasma torch; collaborating with Welders and supervisors to resolve issues; supporting lean manufacturing practices (5-S, Kanban, etc.); ability to float to other departments as needed; maintaining a safe, clean work area; ensuring timely, quality output; maintaining regular attendance. Must be able to stand for long periods, lift up to 50 lbs with team-lift as needed, and operate tools including welding guns and plasma torches. Safety PPE includes safety glasses, safety shoes, and hearing protection. The role involves a combination of plant-floor activities in a non-air-conditioned environment and outdoor exposure, with potential overtime.
Required Qualifications
- Experience working in a manufacturing environment
- Must be able to read a tape measure to 1/16’s of an inch
- Capable of welding aluminum parts using a mig welder (preferred but not required)
- Capable of using a plasma torch as well as other tools needed for the job
- Must possess the ability to work effectively with your team and other teams.
- Must be familiar with product construction and application and provide quality work at the source.
- This position requires that the person be an organized individual, who is self-motivated, and can work independently.
- Must be able to manage multiple tasks and or priorities and easily adapt to changing situations.
- Must maintain regular work schedule to ensure product flow
- Physical Demands: stand and move, lift up to 50 lbs with team-lift
- Personal Protective Equipment: Safety Glasses, Safety Shoes, Hearing Protection
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