Basic Laborer

Swift Lumber • Atmore, AL

14d

About The Position

This entry-level position fills in where needed throughout the plant and may work any shift as needed. The Basic Laborer performs assigned duties as part of a flexible work team and follows applicable safety rules and regulations. Preferred candidates are motivated, positive, and energetic, with at least 1–2 years of work experience in an industrial facility.

The role involves frequent standing for 2–4 hours without a break; shoveling and sweeping for cleanup; grasping and manipulating power tools; pushing, pulling, and twisting while pulling or stacking lumber; using hands and fingers to operate buttons and switches; lifting 10–50 pounds; and climbing stairs and ladders. Continuous vision is needed to sort and grade lumber, and continuous hearing is needed to understand equipment sounds, process alarms, and radio messages. Work takes place in both cold and hot areas.

Requirements

• This is an entry-level position.
• Ability to fill in where needed in any part of the plant and work any shift as needed.
• Ability to perform the physical demands described, including standing, cleanup, manipulating power tools, moving lumber, lifting 10–50 pounds, and climbing stairs and ladders.
• Ability to use vision to sort and grade lumber and hearing to respond to equipment sounds, process alarms, and radio messages.

Nice To Haves

• Motivated, positive, and energetic disposition.
• At least 1–2 years of work experience in an industrial facility.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleanup operations throughout the plant.
• Complete tasks with safety, environmental, quality, and productivity objectives in accordance with plant policies and procedures.
• Assist in all areas of the plant as directed by the Supervisor.
• Perform assigned duties, comply with safety regulations and practices, and follow specific directions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed