General Laborer

Liberty Tire Recycling•Puyallup, WA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The General Laborer supports daily production operations at Liberty Tire Recycling’s plant. The role performs general manual labor and may be assigned to support the Dock, TDF line, Grade line, Mulch line, or Crumb line, as well as general facility needs such as porter duties. The position supports machine operation, material handling, housekeeping, and plant safety and efficiency. It involves physical work in an industrial environment and requires following established safety and operating procedures. Work includes assisting with production and granulation, moving and preparing materials and finished products, cleaning equipment and work areas, monitoring for production or safety issues, and providing basic support to maintenance personnel. Equipment such as a skid steer, forklift, or man lift may be operated when the worker is trained, authorized, and assigned to do so. The schedule is 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The work takes place in a tire recycling and manufacturing environment, with used tires, heavy materials, and production equipment. The role involves frequent lifting, carrying, stacking, bending, twisting, and standing for extended periods. Exposure to dust, odors, noise, and varying weather conditions may occur, and required personal protective equipment must be worn at all times.

Requirements

Ability to regularly lift, twist, and stack up to 50 pounds, with assistance for heavier items.
Ability to perform repetitive physical tasks for extended periods.
Ability to follow instructions, safety rules, and standard operating procedures.
Ability to recognize safety hazards and report unsafe conditions.
Willingness to learn new tasks and rotate between work areas as assigned.
Wear required personal protective equipment at all times.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in manufacturing, recycling, or industrial environments.

Responsibilities

Perform general labor throughout assigned facility production areas, including the Dock, TDF, Grade, Mulch, and Crumb lines.
Assist with production and granulation processes by supporting material flow and machine operation.
Load and unload raw materials and finished products from trailers, pallets, and production areas.
Move, stack, and transport materials and finished goods to designated locations within the plant.
Stack bags on pallets and prepare products for shipment by wrapping, capping, tagging, and labeling them.
Clean machines, equipment, floors, and work areas using approved methods.
Maintain general housekeeping to keep the work environment clean, organized, and safe.
Monitor production areas for blockages, spills, and unsafe conditions, and report concerns to supervision.
Assist maintenance personnel by retrieving tools and providing basic support as directed.
Operate a skid steer, forklift, or man lift when trained, authorized, and required for the assignment.
Follow safety requirements, including proper PPE use, safety procedures, and LOTO practices.
Maintain regular attendance and punctuality, and work cooperatively with coworkers and supervisors.
Perform other duties as assigned.