Production Assistant jobs in Schenectady, NY

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated workers to bring their expertise, experience and skill to join our team. This position’s candidate will be responsible for assisting in operations at a whole log wood shaving production plant. Job tasks will range from assisting the shaving operator to housekeeping duties. Strict adherence to company/plant safety policies will be required. Opportunity for quick advancement within the company linked to experience, skill and attendance.

Job Description

Role and Responsibilities

Primary responsibility is to assist in ensuring logs meet standards, assisting the shavings operator and housekeeping.

Follow all safety and environmental rules and regulations.

Receive, internalize, and safely implement industrial operations training.

Implement safe working practices, including identifying hazards and providing recommendations for repair/resolution.

Support management, maintenance, and controls personnel to improve operations.

Work with all employees in a team effort to support the generating plant in attaining its goals.

Perform housekeeping assignments as directed.

Perform Quality Control procedures as directed.

Perform preventive, scheduled, and unscheduled maintenance while adhering to all safety procedures and equipment maintenance directives.

Maintain plant cleanliness standards and directives.

Safely operate material handling equipment to include front-end loaders.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

High school diploma or GED is required.

Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license and have reliable transportation to and from work.

Must be able to lift 40 pounds and work in an industrial manufacturing setting.

Skills

Lead in the implementation of a culture of Safety, where safety is our top priority.

Demonstrated ability to work with others in a team environment.

Demonstrated initiative to learn new tasks.

Excellent written and verbal communications skills.

Additional Notes

Flexibility to work extended shifts, weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts as required.

Must be reliable and punctual.

Subject to pre-hire physical and drug screening.

Advancement opportunities are available.

Regular bending, lifting, stretching, and reaching both below the waist and above the head.

Must be able to stand/walk for up to 12 hours.

Should be able to work in environments with variable noise, lighting conditions, and temperature variation.

Able to access all areas of the building ascending and descending ladders, stairs, gangways, safely and without limitation.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person