Press Apprentice

Job Description

Job Description

The General Laborer performs general manual labor tasks; responsible for and will be assigned a wide variety of duties that will vary depending upon production needs and the department they are assigned to (Press Packaging, Sanitation and Mill).

Schedule : 12-hour shifts following a 2-2-3 rotation (work 2 days, off 2 days, work 3 days; then the opposite the next week).

Hours : Training Hours 6 : 00AM to 6 : 30PM (Days), When Fully Trained 6 : 00PM to 6 : 30AM (Nights).

Work Location : 1000 Italian Way, Excelsior Springs, Mo 64024

Benefits : Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with match, STD / LTD / AD&D / Life, HSA, FSA, EAP, Hospital indemnity, Accident Insurance, Identity and Fraud Protection Plan, Legal, and Critical Illness.

Wage, based on experience and other qualifications : $23.50 per hour Day Shift, plus $1.50 Shift Differential Night Shift.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Adheres to company safety and sanitation policies and follows Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP’s) in all areas of responsibility.

Follows established Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s).

Must be able to stand for several hours at a time.

Ability to adapt to a fast-paced work environment.

Must maintain good housekeeping principles and an organized and neat work area.

Works effectively to meet or exceed productivity goals while maintaining high quality standards.

Follows instructions / directions correctly.

Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Strong relationships with all line associates and departments.

Demonstrates a Positive Mental Attitude, and willingness to change lines when necessary.

Demonstrates ability to think critically and problem-solve.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

No experience required; all new hires will be trained.

High School Diploma, GED, equivalent, preferred

Highly motivated self-starter and ability to work independently.

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Basic math and measuring ability

Demonstrates good people skills

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to move about the facility. The employee is frequently required to talk or hear.  The employee is required to stand and walk up to 90 percent of the shift; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms.  The position requires climbing on a frequent basis.  The employee must frequently lift and / or move up to 50 pounds. Vision requirements include near and far visual acuity with some degree of color perception. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts.

Employee must comply with all safety policies and safe work procedures established by the company.

Job tasks may also involve :

Using personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, goggles, gloves, and other equipment as established in company policies and safe work procedures.

Compliant with the uniform policy.

Lift 50 pounds at a minimum, anything over should seek assistance.

Frequent carrying, bending, standing, sitting, and repetitive motion.