Laborer

Laborer

The Laborer plays a key role in supporting production operations in a fast-paced manufacturing facility that produces foam products. Working either on a midnight shift (Sunday night to Friday morning, 10:00 PM 6:00 AM) or an afternoon shift (Monday to Friday, 1:00 PM 9:00 PM), you perform a variety of general labor tasks that keep the plant running efficiently and safely. This position is physically demanding and involves working in an industrial environment that can be dusty and dirty, with frequent lifting, standing, and walking throughout the shift.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment, including the JL and Ross Lines, with full training provided to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Move raw materials, in-process items, and finished products throughout the facility to support continuous production flow.
• Load and unload trucks, ensuring materials are handled safely and organized correctly for shipping and receiving.
• Wrap and package finished foam products according to quality standards and production requirements.
• Grind and handle scrap foam, ensuring waste materials are processed and disposed of appropriately.
• Assist with shipping and receiving tasks, including staging materials, verifying counts, and preparing items for dispatch.
• Support maintenance projects as needed by helping with basic tasks and providing general labor assistance.
• Perform plant and equipment cleaning duties to maintain a safe, organized, and efficient work area.
• Maintain accurate production records and documentation as directed, ensuring information is complete and up to date.
• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines, including proper use of tools, equipment, and personal protective practices.
• Complete additional duties assigned by supervision to support overall plant operations and team objectives.

Essential Skills

• Previous experience in manufacturing, production, warehouse, or general labor roles is preferred and helps you adapt quickly to the work environment.
• Ability to frequently lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift heavier materials with appropriate technique and assistance.
• Ability to stand and walk for the majority of an 8-hour shift, including 45+ hours of continuous movement.
• Capability to work independently while following instructions accurately and consistently.
• Reliable transportation that supports consistent attendance and punctuality for scheduled shifts.
• Comfort working in a physically demanding industrial environment that can be dusty, dirty, and fast-paced.
• Strong attendance history and dependability, demonstrating commitment to scheduled shifts and team responsibilities.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with general labor tasks such as construction work, production support, and material handling.
• Ability to use hand tools and power tools safely and effectively in an industrial setting.
• Experience operating forklifts and other material handling equipment, where applicable and permitted.
• Skills in packing, loading, unloading, and packaging products to meet quality and shipping standards.
• Familiarity with general production processes and machine operating in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience operating saws and similar equipment used in cutting and processing materials.
• Comfort with installation tasks and assisting with basic maintenance or project work around the plant.
• Local candidates are strongly preferred due to the need for reliable and consistent on-site presence.

Why Work Here?

You join a stable manufacturing organization that offers consistent full-time shift schedules and reliable weekly pay. The environment encourages hands-on work and provides cross-training opportunities across different areas of the plant, allowing you to build versatile skills and grow your experience in industrial production. Long-term opportunities are available for dependable individuals who value steady work, teamwork, and a structured environment where expectations are clear and performance is recognized.

Work Environment

This role is based in a manufacturing facility that produces foam products and operates in an industrial setting that can be dusty, dirty, and physically demanding. You spend most of your 8-hour shift standing and walking, often for 45+ hours at a time, while frequently lifting items ranging from 1 to 50 pounds and occasionally handling heavier materials. The work involves bending, reaching, and handling materials throughout the plant, as well as participating in general plant cleanup to maintain safety and organization. Shifts are structured as a midnight shift from Sunday night to Friday morning (10:00 PM 6:00 AM) and an afternoon shift from Monday to Friday (1:00 PM 9:00 PM), providing predictable hours in a busy, fast-paced production environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Latrobe, PA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.05 - $17.15/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Latrobe, PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 25, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Latrobe, PA.