General Laborer (1st and 2nd Shift)

Job Description

Job Description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Operating for over a quarter-century, Artemax is a dynamic and innovative manufacturing company committed to both quality and customer satisfaction. Providing superior wristbands and identification products, applications and services to customers and exciting events worldwide, our focus on excellence extends beyond our products to encompass our workplace culture as well. With a wealth of history and expertise, Artemax is dedicated to creating opportunity and growth for every employee.

POSITION SUMMARY

The General Laborer is responsible for supporting the production team by performing entry-level tasks.

Day-to-day work assignments may change based on production demand.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Adhere to all standards for safety quality & productivity
• Organize and prepare materials and supplies needed in the production process
• Read and understand work order instructions
• Verify all materials produced are correct according to order instructions
• Move materials and supplies through production to assigned locations
• Maintain consistency and accuracy while performing scraping tasks
• Inspect orders for accuracy and quality
• Complete all work and attain production targets and demands
• Pick and package products according to order information
• Record items picked and packed
• Stack products on racks
• Assist with loading and unloading products
• Maintain work area- keep clean and organized
• Communicate all safety and quality production issues/problems with Press Operator and or Supervisor

This list of responsibilities is not all inclusive and is subject to expansion to encompass additional duties and responsibilities as determined by management as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

• ­­­­­­Education and/or Experience : High School Diploma or GED equivalent. Previous experience in production, assembly, machine operating or warehousing environment is preferred.
• Language Skills: Ability to read and comprehend instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to complete time report and production reports. Ability to effectively communicate information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees of the organization.
• Mathematical Skills : Ability to count, number sequencing, add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus. The employee is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, hands or feet; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, bending, reaching, kneeling, crouch or crawl .

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Production environment, which will include constant noise throughout the day. Certain areas of production will require PPE of either hearing and/or eye protection. The environment will include odors and minor variances in temperatures. Production environment requires closed toe shoes, be conscious of work being performed and stay in walking paths whenever possible outside of assigned areas. All individuals must walk with their head up in all areas of the building, parking lot and grounds being conscious of moving vehicles, forklifts, and other potential hazards.

BENEFITS
At Artemax, we offer free lunch every day for all employees, along with a competitive benefits package which includes, but is not limited to, the following:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• A 401(k) plan with competitive matching program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Life insurance
• Personal Time off
• Paid holidays and more!

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.