General Laborer

Samuel, Son & Co.•Lebanon, VA

28d•Onsite

About The Position

In this position employees will be expected to perform a multitude of responsibilities associated with each job listed above. At Samuel, we believe every team member brings unique and valuable skills, experiences and knowledge to our thriving business – enabling us to build on over 170 years of success in the metals industry. We offer countless opportunities for our team members to develop and grow in their careers, empower them to make decisions on the job and be a part of driving positive change – within our organization and in the communities where we live and work. If you’re seeking a dynamic, supportive and welcoming workplace to make your mark and grow your career, we have the programs, culture and opportunities to make it happen. We’re stronger together. At Samuel we believe in a culture of equality. Respect and integrity are at our core. We are committed to building and creating an environment that is open and welcoming for everyone. This job posting is for an existing vacancy within the organization. Samuel is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In the United States, we utilize E-Verify. Samuel Pressure Vessel Group is a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of pressure vessel solutions. We offer a wide range of capabilities in fabricating stock, custom & engineered-to-order vessel designs. Whether you need an ongoing supply program for small standard vessels or have a one-time requirement for large engineered-to-spec pressure vessels, our experienced team is ready to assist you.

Requirements

Good oral communication skills
1 year experience in a like environment, or a minimum of 1 year post high school education in a related field.
Ability to read and interpret receiving related documents.
Ability to write reports and correspondence related to receiving.
Ability to communicate effectively with vendors and other employees of the organization.
Ability to calculate proportions, percentages, and volume.
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra, and geometry.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written and oral form.
Flexible and responsive with a strong teamwork orientation.
Good verbal and written communication skills.
Desire to learn new skills and improve technical knowledge.
Strong orientation toward quality, safety and continuous improvement.
Ability to work well in a fast paced environment to meet team expectations.
Commitment to quality and accuracy of work performed.
Demonstrated ability to effectively implement or respond to change.
Understanding and support of Company policies and procedures.
Safety conscious behavior.

Responsibilities

Ability to visually inspect tanks for cosmetic defects.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed written and oral instructions.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
Must be willing to work in a team-oriented environment.
Remove all weld spatter, burs and rust from pressure vessel using a scraper, chisel and hammer or sander.
Sand any repair areas and attachments of pressure vessel.
If the vessel is to be shipped without paint, wipe the vessel with cleaner and remove stickers from vessel.
Remove rough spots from work piece, using portable grinder, hand file, or scraper.
Strip materials using steel shot, grit, Aluminum Oxide or other agent.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and finishing specifications as they relate to finishing Steel Fab products.
Blast exterior of product to specific profiles.
Proper usage and maintenance of respiratory equipment.
Replenish the abrasive hopper when necessary.
Remove exhausted blasting agent from blasting room.
Use various safety equipment related to blasting applications.
Material handling – safe operation of cranes, hoists, and forklifts as needed. Also successfully complete any training/safety program relating to the operation of the equipment.
Properly complete applicable paperwork associated with this classification.
Knowledge of and compliance with all safety and environmental requirements regarding blasting agents, their application and disposal.
Maintain a clean and neat work area.
All other duties as assigned.
Follow all policies.