Production Laborer
AMSTED GRAPHITE MATERIALS, LLC IS HIRING PRODUCTION WORKERS
Entry-level positions with the opportunity to advance through a job bidding process
Starting wage is currently $21.20.
About Amsted Graphite Materials, LLC.
Amsted Graphite Materials is part of the Amsted Industries family of companies, a group of market-leading, diversified global manufacturers serving the railroad, vehicular and construction markets that combine leading-edge manufacturing processes with a history of continuous innovation. Amsted Graphite Materials’ state-of-the-art West Virginia facility supplies customers in over 35 countries with a wide portfolio of extruded, molded, iso-molded, powder and particulate carbon and graphite.
Join Our Team
Amsted Graphite Materials offers employees the stability of an established industry leader, along with the chance to learn, grow, advance and make a difference. As a private company under the umbrella of global leader Amsted Rail, we all have a common goal to make this company not only profitable, but also a place to grow our careers. We strive to be a place that people are attracted to, and like to think we go steps beyond to make sure our employees are happy on the job – and away from it.
How to apply
Interested applicants must apply in person at the Guard House on Site located at 2698 Philippi Pike, WV between the hours of 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Applications must be completed in its entirety with all of the information filled out and returned to the Guard House by December 16, 2022 by 4:00 p.m. to be considered. Applications received after the posted date and time will not be considered for employment. For more information, call 304-624-1200.
PRODUCTION LABORER
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
- Backfill jobs in other area(s) as assigned to meet production goals and schedules
- Operates industrial machines and machinery
- Operates heavy equipment such as forklift, palletizer and other industrial equipment as required
- Loads trucks and containers with finished product some of which may require handling and hand stacking
- Prepare and package finished product for shipment
- Prepares, packs, loads, unloads furnaces,
- Assists with the distribution and movement of materials and product stock throughout the plant and to/from storage and staging areas.
- Completes routine housekeeping tasks (sweeping, mopping, sanitizing, wiping surfaces, emptying trash/scrap containers, and cleaning of assigned area(s)
- Participates in scheduled training sessions such as required safety training
- May work independently as assigned or in a group setting and can be assigned to other jobs as required
- Reports to Production Management
- Other duties as assigned
Minimum Requirements
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- High school diploma or GED
- A valid driver’s license
- Must be willing and able to work safely in a manufacturing environment
- Must be able to perform manual labor
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds - Must be able to pass a drug test and background check
- Must be able to follow instructions and work in a team environment
- Ability to read and write and speak English to interpret documents such as work instructions, safety rules, and operating procedures
- Ability to work a rotating shift as assigned including daily and weekly overtime requirements
Preferred Experience/Skills
- Previous experience in industrial factories, plants, refractories and/or manufacturing work environment
- Previous safety training or OSHA certification
- Previous quality training
- Heavy equipment operator license or previous experience operating heavy equipment
- Forklift certification
- Previous experience operating industrial machines and/or machinery or machine operator license
- Computer skills
Work Environment:
This individual works in a multi-level industrial environment requiring work in high precarious places via ladders and steps inside and outside the plant in all types of weather conditions. This individual is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and some hazardous chemicals. The plant utilizes high levels of electricity and individuals have to be safety minded in all activities. The work environment is dusty.
While performing the duties of this job, you must have the ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation including but not limited to occasional sitting, standing, including prolonged standing, bending, twisting, stooping, squatting, crouching, kneeling, crawling, ladder/stair climbing, reaching at waist level, reaching overhead, reaching at shoulder level, reaching at knee and floor level, pivoting, pushing, pulling, and moving about the facility. Walking, including frequent walking, walking on irregular surfaces and balancing will be required. Feeling, finger movement, grasping/squeezing, pinching, fine motor dexterity, neck flexion, neck extension/rotation, and using air and vibratory tools is required. Hearing, sight to include depth perception and color vision and the ability to speak clearly will be required. Handling and lifting and/or moving parts and/or equipment of up to 50 lbs. is required.
Ability to comply with PPE requirements (ability to pass a fit-test and wear a respirator is required for certain positions/areas)
Ability to operate a vehicle
Noise: Moderate - Industrial noise levels characteristic of moving mechanical equipment
Travel Requirements: None
E/O/E AA Employer M/F V/D
Amsted Graphite Materials, LLC. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and an inclusive, accessible workplace. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Amsted Graphite Materials, LLC. are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, or belief, national, social, or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental, or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, past or present military service, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.
Amsted Graphite Materials, LLC. is a Drug-Free work environment.