Skilled Laborer

Skilled LaborerBELLE GLADE, FL 33430OverviewPosition Type Full Time Job Shift Any Education Level High School Travel Percentage None Category ManufacturingDescriptionJOB SUMMARY:Responsible for assembling and building machinery components. Work involves handling materials, operating equipment, and using small tools to cut, shape, and join materials according to technical specifications, while ensuring all tasks comply with safety regulations and quality standards.Work is performed under general supervision with limited latitude in the use of initiative. Position exercises some judgment in accordance with well-defined policies, procedures, and techniques.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Operates basic machinery and material handling equipment safely and efficientlyCuts, shapes, and bends materials (e.g., metals) using tools like saws, drills, oxy-acetylene torches, and grindersAssists in assembling a variety of parts and structures based on blueprints, sketches, and drawingsAssists in welding and joining parts together to create a complete productMaintains cleanliness in the work areas, including sweeping, mopping, and disposing of waste materialsPrepares work areas; loads and unloads materials and equipment; ensures all necessary tools and materials are ready for useAssists in monitoring and ensuring product quality; immediately reports any discrepancies or issues to supervisorsPerforms routine maintenance and repairs on tools and equipment to ensure they are in good working orderWorks collaboratively with other team members and supervisors to achieve project goalsEnsures the correct use of personal protective equipment (PPE) at all timesFollows organizational safety guidelines and protocols, performs job functions in a safe manner, and reports all safety hazards per established policies and proceduresSUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:NoneMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:High school diploma or GED and two (2) years of related experience; OR a combination of experience, certification, education and training that demonstrates expertise in the related areas.CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES OR SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS:NonePREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:NoneKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:Knowledge of fabrication and machining principlesKnowledge of safety protocols and compliance standards related to equipment operationSkill in using mathematics required for the workSkill in using tape measures, levels, and other measuring devicesAbility to safely use hand tools and power toolsAbility to follow instructions from supervisors or senior workersAbility to clearly communicate and understand information in English, orally and in writingAbility to follow public safety guidelines and protocols and perform job functions in a safe mannerAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those interacted with during work regardless of race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, disability, political affiliation, military service, or diverse cultural and linguistic backgroundsAbility to maintain regular attendance to ensure efficient and effective performance of job dutiesAMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) REQUIREMENTS:Depending on functional area of assignment, tasks involve the periodic performance of moderately physically demanding work, usually involving lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (up to 50 pounds).

Tasks that require moving objects of significant weight require the assistance of another person and/or use of proper techniques and moving equipment. Tasks may involve some climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.Tasks are regularly performed inside and/or outside with exposure to adverse environmental conditions (e.g., dirt, cold, rain, fumes).Some tasks require manual dexterity, in addition to visual and hearing acuity. Some tasks may involve identifying and distinguishing colors.

Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate visual cues or signals.BENEFITS: We offer a suite of benefits, including but not limited to:Health, dental, visionShort-term and Long-term DisabilityCritical Illness, Accident, Hospital IndemnityEmployee assistance program - offers confidential counseling and support with mental, financial, physical, and emotional wellbeingPaid time off (vacation, sick, holidays, bereavement, jury duty)401(k) program with highly competitive matchTuition reimbursementCOMPANY VISION:SCGC's vision is to deliver the greatest value to our member-growers and employees by being an industry leader in all we do. We are passionate about our vision, and we are looking for others who are equally passionate.COMPANY DESCRIPTION:Sugar Cane Growers Cooperative of Florida (SCGC) is made up of primarily family-owned grower-members who cultivate sugarcane on over 75,000 acres of land, mainly in Palm Beach County, Florida. The Cooperative oversees the mechanical harvesting, processing, and marketing of raw sugar, molasses, and other by-products.

With a workforce of over 500 employees, SCGC plays a key role in the sugarcane industry. Learn more at scgc.org.Sugar Cane Growers Cooperative of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer.