Laborer

Job Description

ALEXANDER CHEMICAL CORPORATION

POSITION DESCRIPTION

TITLE OF POSITION: Laborer – 2nd Shift

REPORTS TO: Production Manager and/or Production Supervisor

RESPONSIBILITIES/ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Will work in the production area as directed by Production Manager and/or Production Supervisor.

Responsible for compliance with all plant safety rules and hazardous material handling procedures.

GENERAL DUTIES:

Keeps informed of plant safety and operating procedures.

Participates in safety meetings and toolbox sessions to continuously improve the safety performance of the employees and the company.

Performs housekeeping duties necessary to maintain company standards.

Cleaning, shot/sand blasting, painting, and dismantling of parts and equipment to facilitate further repairs or processing.

Assist other personnel in maintenance, operations, and warehouse departments in performing tasks of a non-production nature.

Attends and actively participates in training and other meetings to enhance safety, production, and quality of plant operations.

Participates in housekeeping program.

Job assignments are changed based on daily needs.

Other duties as may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Qualified candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent.

Valid forklift license/training is preferred.

Strong understanding of safety practices and principles.

3+ years of hands-on experience in one or more of the following areas:

Chemical Plant

Laboratory Experience

Manufacturing Facility

Course work in chemistry, chemical engineering or the natural sciences is preferred.

Excellent attention to detail and accuracy is very important.

Ability to work independently and within a team.

Understand basic concepts behind managing and prioritizing multiple tasks.

Must work effectively in dynamic work environment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must have sufficient mobility to access all areas of the plant site in support of project work.

This will involve climbing/descending ladders and stairways.

Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis.

Regularly required to move up to 4,000 lbs. with material handling equipment.

Exposed to noise, dust, heat, cold, and hazardous materials requiring use of safety equipment.

Working in conditions outside ranging from extreme heat to cold exposure 50-80% of the time.

Required to use various types of Personal Protective Equipment (P.P.E.) to handle hazardous materials, including a rubberized suit, or respiratory apparatus.

Repeated physical motions will be required in performing duties.

Must be able to legally operate a motor vehicle.

Required to wear personal protective equipment in the plant environment, which may include an escape respirator.

BENEFITS:

Union Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits (Teamsters Local 135)

401(k) and Roth Retirement Plan Options with Company Match

Competitive Paid Time Off

Alexander Chemical Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, age, genetic information, membership in an employee organization, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

Standard Second Shift Schedule:

Monday - Friday

3:00pm - 11:30pm

40 hours per week