General Laborer

North Shore Steel•Beaumont, TX

15d•Onsite

About The Position

The General Labor/Helper is responsible for supporting operational tasks to ensure materials are processed and handled according to specifications. This role involves operating equipment, inspecting, and maintaining a safe and organized work environment while adhering to company policies.

Requirements

Professional communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and work independently.
Good judgment and decision-making abilities.
Knowledge of reading tape measures, digital calipers, and micrometers.
Demonstrates a strong attention to detail.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs independently on a routine basis and handle materials safely as part of daily job duties.
Ability to stand for extended periods and maintain safe body positioning while performing tasks and moving through the work area, including walking on concrete floors and uneven surfaces.
Frequent squatting, bending, stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling, and lifting, requiring full-body mobility, balance, and upper- and lower-body strength to perform work safely.
Manual agility to operate tools safely and effectively, with regular use of arms, shoulders, and back for lifting, reaching, and positioning tasks.
Ability to work safely in a warehouse environment with exposure to noise, dust, moving equipment, and varying temperatures.
Maintain adequate visual and auditory acuity to safely perform assigned tasks, including but not limited to: identifying potential hazards, reading and/or recording measurements, inspecting materials, and responding promptly to verbal instructions, alarms or hand signals in the work environment.
Criminal background check: reviewed in accordance with job duties, the nature and gravity of any convictions, and the time elapsed since the offense or sentence completion.
Pre-hire drug screening: candidates must pass a drug screen to be eligible for hire.
Physical assessment: required for all Production and Distribution positions, conducted by a company-designated physician at no cost to the candidate.

Responsibilities

Follow all company policies and procedures.
Maintain and wear required PPE at all times.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
Verify that equipment is properly “set-up” to process material as needed.
Grind parts to remove imperfections and achieve required finish quality.
Assist in training co-workers as requested.
Perform daily inspection of pendulum control unit, wire ropes and other accessory equipment.
Immediately report all deficiencies found and unusual noises and/or difficulties in operation of the equipment.
Identify material to be placed into production, verifying correct tag and heat numbers.
Determine weight of material and utilize crane with the appropriate capacity.
Assist and/or direct riggers in properly securing material on crane before moving material.
Always be aware of activity/co-workers in the area to ensure the safety of all.
Advise all co-workers in the area before movement of material on overhead crane.
Follow all company policy procedures and be vigilant in watching for potential risks in the area and notify management of deficiencies identified.
Operate the overhead crane to load burn tables and roll machines.
Use a forklift to maneuver pallets to designated areas for inspection, palletizing, or bundling.
Assist in cutting off scrap from plates using a hand torch.
Assist in inspecting parts, marking information, and ensuring accuracy according to customer specifications.
Deburr parts and palletize as required.
Perform daily housekeeping tasks and maintain organization in assigned areas.
Assist in other operational areas as needed to support overall efficiency.
Understand, articulate, and enforce all company policies and procedures.
Report all safety violations or unsafe work conditions to management immediately.
Identify process deficiencies and report them to management for corrective action.