Production Utility Laborer in Wharton, New Jersey at GardenCore

Responsible for assisting designated machine operator or production team in a variety of functions including, but not limited to wrapping pallets, maintenance, clean up, warehouse, production, utilities, material handling and other. Specifically wrapping pallets/product and keeping wrap in stock throughout production. Manually move freight, stock, or raw materials and finished materials or perform other general labor. Includes all manual laborers not elsewhere classified.

Responsibilities

• Handles assignments in a repetitive and/or sequential order for completing tasks assigned
• Keeps work area clean
• Uses personal protection equipment at all times and follows all safety regulations
• Willingness to cross-train for other production roles
• Operates machinery or equipment as trained and instructed following safety guidelines at all times
• May be required to work with conveyors, ramps, elevators, etc. as assigned
• Other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to speak or hear
• Requires the ability to frequently stand on their feet for extended periods of time
• Must have the ability to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. from the ground level
• Capability to perform physical activities that require considerable use of arms, legs and your whole body – bending, crouching, climbing pushing pulling, stooping and reaching

Compensation

• Hourly pay rate of $20/hr
• 401(k) plan? / group retirement savings program?
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits??
• Life insurance?
• Health, dental, and vision insurance?
• Paid time off ?
• Paid holidays

What GardenCore Offers You

• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About GardenCore

GardenCore is a leading U.S. manufacturer of lawn and garden consumables, offering a broad portfolio of mulch, soil, stone, and lime products. The Company has deep, long-standing partnerships with major home improvement retailers and garden centers, and delivers consistent, high-quality execution across large-scale private label and branded programs. The Company has over 1,400 employees and operates 58 manufacturing facilities across the United States.

GardenCore is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

GardenCore is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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