General Laborer $18.61/hr

Company Description

At Techo-Bloc, we aren’t just paving patios – we’re paving the way for great careers! Founded on a culture of innovation, we manufacture landscaping products focused on design, durability and flair. Our growing team is seeking passionate people, ready to make an impact.

Why Work for Us?

Techo-Bloc offers its valued associates a competitive salary, paid time off and a comprehensive benefits package. Here are a few of our perks:

• Medical Benefits
• Vision
• Dental
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• 401(k) Match
• Employee Discount on Products
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Complete uniform provided after 3 months.
• Boot reimbursement program
• Training & Development
• Weekly Pay!!!

The People

Our people are the best part of the job.

The Waterloo team is an industrious group, who thrive together when challenged. Passionate about their craft, these folks take pride in the Artscape of their work and the Techo-Bloc brand. This crew values a ‘can do’ attitude and is quick to embrace those eager to learn.

Intrigued? Come grow with us.

Job Description

Pay: 18.61/hr + O/T
Shift: M-F 7am-5pm

Location: Waterloo, IN

At Techo-Bloc, our general laborers are a crucial piece of the yard puzzle. This entry level role is a perfect fit for those newer to the industry, or anyone looking for a career steppingstone in manufacturing. 

Speaking of stones, our laborers are true concrete connoisseurs! Your day-to-day will entail handling and inspecting concrete blocks and creating “show worthy” pallets for our vendors and sales team.  

Duties/Responsibilities: 

• Complete examination of finished product by checking height, shape, color, and consistency by applying knowledge of proper company standards as instructed and applicable for in process systems. 
• Assist receiving orders and finding pallets.  
• Operate a forklift to transport materials through the yard.  
• Building displays and sample pallets for vendors. 
• Complete packaging by adding packaging materials, top sheet, labels, and performing a final QC check on the skid of finished product before sending to the yard for final transport. 
• All products must be packaged neatly and securely 
• Follow established guideline for policy and procedure to ensure QA Standards are met or exceeded. 
• Maintain a clean workstation and assist with yard clean up. 
• Wear personal protective equipment and ensures safety policies are being followed.  
• Follow companies proper lock out tag out and safety procedures. 
• Behaves in accordance with Techo-Bloc Vision, Mission, and Values. 
• Performs other related duties as assigned. 

Qualifications

• Be able to read and comprehend simple instructions, correspondence. 
• Be able to write simple correspondence and/or memos. 
• Be able to work collaboratively and communicate effectively. 
• Be able to perform each essential duty to company standards. 
• Be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide. 
• Be able to reason and apply common sense. 
• Be able to handle problems and situations effectively. 
• Be punctual; being on time for your scheduled shifts. 
• Be able to work individually and in a team environment. 
• Be able to multitask. 

Education and Experience: 

• High School Diploma, or GED equivalent (highly preferred) 
• One year of manufacturing experience (preferred) 

Additional Information

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must frequently transport and move items up to 75 pounds and occasionally up to 80 pounds. Must be able to closely inspect materials and products. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to remain stationary or move throughout the workstations; also includes the ability to ascend and descend steps and ladders; and position self in tight spaces. The employee is frequently required to reach to varying heights and communicate with other individuals.  

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Other duties: 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibiliti