General Labor

General Labor
Location: Houston, TX
Job Type: Full-time (First/Second Shifts, overtime available)
Pay Range: $15 - $15.50 / hour (Depends on Shift)

Position Summary

We are seeking a energetic and reliable General Laborer to join our foam and plastic manufacturing plant. In this entry-level production role, you will assist machine operators, package molded plastic/foam products, cut and assemble custom foam inserts, and help maintain an efficient, safe plant floor. On-the-job training is provided.

Key Responsibilities

Assembly & Fabrication: Trim, deflash, cut, and assemble rigid and flexible foam plastic components using hand tools, box cutters, utility knives, and measuring equipment. Apply spray adhesives to foam/plastic components when required.

Machine Support: Assist primary technicians and machine operators with feeding raw polyethylene, polystyrene, or structural plastic materials into extrusion/molding equipment.

Packaging & Material Handling: Fast-paced packaging of finished orders for shipment. Stage completed items and move materials throughout the plant using manual pallet jacks, carts, or industrial waste compactors.

Quality & Inspection: Perform basic visual quality control checks for dimensional accuracy or surface defects prior to packing.

Facility Housekeeping & 5S: Keep work spaces clean by clearing scrap foam, sweeping debris, emptying waste bins, and keeping walkways clear.

Shipping/Receiving Support: Load and unload delivery trucks as needed.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.

Experience: Previous experience in warehouse, manufacturing, or general labor environment is a plus, but no experience is required .

Skills:

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity for small hand tools (box cutters, tape measures, calipers).

Basic math and counting skills.

Bilingual: English/Spanish communication skills are highly desirable.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (8 to 12 hours per shift).

Capacity to lift up to 50 lbs regularly (and up to 75–100 lbs with team lift).

Ability to work in a non-climate-controlled plant environment (hot during Houston summers, cold in winter).

Willingness to adhere to all safety policies and wear mandatory PPE (steel-toe boots, safety glasses, gloves, and hearing protection).

Compensation / Pay Rate (Up to): $15.00 - $15.50