Production Helper in Euless, Texas at MICA Steelworks Inc

JOB SUMMARY
The Production Helper is responsible for assisting workers engaged in the fabrication of structural or metal products by performing several support duties and tasks.

EXPERIENCE
High School Diploma or equivalent, required plus 3-6 months experience.
Experience in working in a manufacturing plant or warehouse. Experience in steel industry and/or galvanizing is a plus
Ability to be forklift and overhead crane certified and operate a forklift and overhead crane. May not operate either until certified

QUALIFICATIONS
As a Production Helper, for the electric utility transmission, substation, and distribution industry, the ideal incumbent possesses the:
Knowledge of electric and pneumatic hand tools
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Ability to effectively communicate in English – both reading and writing
Ability to maintain good attendance and punctuality
Ability to work required overtime, as required
Ability to following instructions and the Leadsman’s directions

RESPONSIBILITIES
Ability to maintain performance standards and meet production and quality expectations.
Ability to lift, position, and remove workpieces from machines to assist in fitting and welding
Ability to load, stack, and transport stock, tools, dies, and work in process by hand or truck
Ability to cleans and scrape metal being prepared to and from the fabricating, welding, painting, or shipping areas; and, ability to clean work area, machines, tools, and equipment.
Ability to picks up scraps from work areas; and, ability to load and unload trucks
Ability to grind burrs from holes on various parts; and, ability to grind sharp corners from material
Ability to assist fellow employees, as directed; and, ability to perform other duties as assigned

CURRENT SHIFT:
Monday - Friday, 5:00 AM - 3:30 PM with Saturday, as needed.

WORKING CONDITIONS
1. Maximum shop exposure
2. Exposure to extreme temperatures
3. No travel required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This position requires long hours of standing, squatting, bending, kneeling, reaching, twisting, being near moving equipment, and exposure to change of temperature or humidity, including dust, fumes, or gases.

Expected hours: 40 – 55 per week

Benefits:
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Vision insurance