Production Generalist - 2nd Shift

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process. Production Generalist - 2nd Shift Full Time Chicago, IL, Chicago, IL, US 6 days ago Requisition ID: 1098 Who is O&K American Corp? We have been supplying high-quality cold heading steel wire to our customers for over 100 years! Through continuous innovation, a proactive approach to challenges, and the expertise of our exceptional team, we consistently deliver quality products that meet the highest standards. Our facilities are located in Chicago, IL and Seymour, IN. Would you like to join the O&K Team? At O&K, our mission is to Think Beyond Impossible. We encourage a mindset that challenges boundaries, transforms the impossible into achievable outcomes, and drives innovation forward. Is that you? Do you believe in making the impossible possible? Job purpose Maintain general cleanliness of facility. Duties and responsibilities Maintain hoppers and trashcans for scraps and any waste. Transport carriers to necessary department (including unloading and location control, when needed) Maintenance of facility both inside and outside. Winter months: use snow removal machine to clear snow and salt throughout facility (eg. parking area, walking area) Use the sweeper machine to clean production floor. Band coils. Load export containers. Follow safety procedures. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Able to read, write and speak English. Basic computer skills. High school diploma or equivalent. Previous experience operating forklift and overhead crane in an industrial setting. Working conditions Regularly lifting, traveling up and down stairs, standing, sitting, squatting and bending in various positions - traveling in and out of work areas, walking and being on your feet for a majority of the work day. Daily exposed to noise, dust, fumes, and odors. Physical exertion is required. May be required to work in a non-air-conditioned area or outside during the winter months to clear snow. Vision protection, metatarsal steel-toed shoes, hard hat, ear plugs, and high visibility clothing is required. Physical requirements Lift minimum of 50 pounds. Drive, bend and climb. Able to see and hear. Must be able to identify and distinguish colors. Direct reports None. We offer Health, Dental, and Optical Insurance 401k with Yearly Employer Profit Share Short-Term Disability and $25,000 Life Insurance (AD&D) Vacation Time / Paid Sick Leave / Paid Leave / 9 Paid Holidays $175/yr Uniform Allowance and $100/yr Safety Shoe Allowance O&K is an equal opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law. O&K validates right to work using E-Verify. O&K will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. #J-18808-Ljbffr O&K American Corp.