Laborer

Berry Metal Company • La Porte, IN

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Berry Metal Company is seeking a Laborer for our facility located in La Porte, IN. This position supports daily production operations by coordinating the retrieval and preparation of materials for jobs, as well as performing general shop support duties. This role assists machine operators, welders, and fabricators while safely operating shop equipment, hand tools, power tools, overhead cranes, and forklifts as needed. The ideal candidate is dependable, safety-focused, detail-oriented, and committed to supporting quality standards and production goals in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Requirements

• Ability to use measurement tools, including calipers, tape measures, squares, and micrometers.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, welding symbols, SOPs, and job paperwork; ERP experience preferred.
• Basic mechanical aptitude, basic math skills, and ability to safely operate saws, shop equipment, and shot blast equipment.
• Reliable, punctual, self-motivated, detail-oriented, and quality-focused team player.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing, steel, or industrial environment preferred.
• Welding experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform general labor tasks, including moving materials, loading and unloading items, and supporting production needs.
• Clean, organize, stage, measure, mark, and cut materials using appropriate tools.
• Assist machine operators, welders, and fabricators as needed.
• Safely operate overhead crane, forklift, and basic hand and power tools
• Follow company safety and quality standards, report unsafe conditions, and meet production goals.
• Maintain accurate job records by completing required paperwork and entering information into the ERP system.
• Assist with shipping, receiving, packaging, and other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid basic life insurance
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability
• Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Flexible schedule
• Ongoing training and development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED