General Laborer

Troy, MI

Shift: 2:00 pm-10:30 pm

Pay: $18/hr

Job Summary

This role is not assigned to a particular area and supports multiple departments by assisting with machine operations, welding preparation, material handling, cleaning, and general maintenance tasks.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform various entry-level duties such as moving assemblies, machinery, furniture, patterns, fences, timbers, digging ditches, cleaning roofs, acid tanks, and floors.
  • Operate machines as qualified.
  • Lift, position, and remove workpieces from machines to assist in fitting and welding.
  • Perform spot welding and operate welding equipment as required.
  • Load, stack, and transport stock, tools, dies, and work-in-process materials by hand or truck.
  • Clean and scrape metal surfaces prior to fabricating, welding, painting, or shipping.
  • Collect and remove scrap from work areas.
  • Maintain cleanliness of work area, machines, tools, and equipment.
  • Load and unload production machinery per posted instructions.
  • Conduct visual safety inspections at the start of shift and record findings on appropriate checklists.
  • Report any abnormalities of parts, tools, or machinery to the Supervisor or Lead Hand.
  • Change to other machines, tasks, or departments as directed by the Supervisor or Lead Hand.
  • Perform all other duties as assigned.

Key Qualifications & Requirements

  • Education: High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Hi-lo license and crane operator license.
  • Strong initiative and willingness to learn.
  • Ability to prioritize workload, work with urgency, and adapt to changing needs.
  • Positive and professional demeanor with the ability to maintain confidentiality.
  • Commitment to maintaining a clean, safe, and organized working environment.
  • Flexibility to work varied hours, including unscheduled overtime when necessary.