General Laborer +22/hr

General Laborer

The General Laborer will maintain a clean, safe, and debris-free environment on transfer decks, mezzanines, and automation zones, which include conveyors, lifts, shuttles, palletizing cells, and scanners/sensors. This position supports uptime and safety by removing debris, cleaning floors and equipment according to standard operating procedures (SOPs), and coordinating with maintenance and operations to schedule cleaning during automation downtime.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain cleanliness and safety on transfer decks, mezzanines, and automation zones.
• Remove debris and clean floors and equipment per SOPs.
• Coordinate with maintenance and operations to schedule cleaning during automation downtime.
• Utilize industrial cleaning tools such as scrubbers and vacuums.
• Communicate clearly and report hazards effectively.
• Work safely during automation downtime and demonstrate mechanical aptitude.

Essential Skills:

• Experience in general labor and industrial cleaning.
• Knowledge of Lock Out Tag Out Procedures.
• Ability to follow sanitation SOPs and site standards.
• Proficient use of industrial cleaning tools like scrubbers and vacuums.
• Clear communication skills and hazard reporting.

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

• Experience in working with electric pallet jacks, construction, and hand tools.
• Familiarity with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).

Why Work Here?

Enjoy above-market pay and opportunities for growth in a developing automation warehouse. Benefit from tuition reimbursement and a supportive work environment.

Work Environment:

Warehouse conditions vary by zone, which may include cooler or warmer areas. The job requires frequent climbing of stairs and continuous walking on transfer decks and mezzanines. Two shifts are available: Tuesday to Friday from 7 PM to 5 AM, and Saturday to Monday from 5 PM to 5:30 AM. You will spend 50% of your time working on rollers, chest down, cleaning confined spaces and checking automation tracking tape, and 50% of your time walking inside automation stations, picking up spillage, debris, and wiping down automation equipment.

Job Type & Location:

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ottawa, KS.

Pay and Benefits:

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $24.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision; Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital; 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available; Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents); Short and long-term disability; Health Spending Account (HSA); Transportation benefits; Employee Assistance Program; Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave).

Workplace Type:

This is a fully onsite position in Ottawa, KS.

Application Deadline:

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 25, 2026.