Production Worker

Job Title Shaver Location Leslie, MI Benefits Matching 401(k) program and a complimentary financial advisor available. Medical / prescription, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, life, flex spending account, and more insurance options available after 90-day waiting period. Paid personal time, paid vacation time, paid holidays. Pay Range Start in this position with no experience needed at $15/hr. We have an on-the-job, paid, training program here, and track that training with a Progression Guideline. Those who achieve the 12-week goal outlined in the guideline, while maintaining a positive consistency in the following five attributes: Quality, Attitude, Teamwork, Production, and Attendance, will be moved to $17/hr. As production goals continue to be met, pay increases follow. This allows for a lot of room to increase earnings within the position, and we are always looking to promote from within our company. Reports to Team Leaders and Production Manager - Wet Room Summary This position is responsible for operating a round knife, also known as fleshing wheel, to shave down and detail animal skins after they have been pickled and prior to being tanned. Essential Functions Operate fleshing wheel Flesh down and detail animal skins after they have been soaked and pickled Be aware of where the MSDS sheets are and how to read them Abide by the hazard communication program and understand the chemical information sheets Turn faces and take out toe bones with a scalpel Maintain a positive consistency in the following five attributes. Quality, Attitude, Teamwork, Production, and Attendance Wear cut resistant gloves and safety glasses in production areas at all times Meets expectations outlined within the 2-Year Progression Guideline Performs other related duties as assigned by supervisors or managers Competencies Dedication Willingness to learn Thoroughness Collaboration Skills Requirements Required Education and Experience Must be 18 years of age to work on shop floor of tanning industry Preferred Education and Experience High School Diploma Shaving Experience Physical Demands This job requires the ability to bend, stand, and lift. Must be able to stand for extensive periods of time and perform repetitive motion. Lifting requirements are classified as Heavy Work. 25-50 pounds of force will be exerted frequently and 50-100 pounds of force occasionally. Position Type and Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time hourly position. Standard weekly hours include four 10-hour days, either Monday-Thursday or Tuesday-Friday. Shifts may vary per management discretion. Voluntary overtime is occasionally available and mandatory overtime is sometimes required. Salary Description $15-$17/hr

Created: 2024-11-12