Harken works hard to be the technological leader in deck hardware, winches, and hydraulics. Harken's core strength in its historic niche is matched with opportunities for growth as it expands to offer a growing assortment of safety and rescue equipment and services from its Harken Industrial division, focusing on its core objective to become the world's best in handling rope under load.
TITLE: Saw Operator / General Labor
REPORTS TO: Supervisor – Saws & Material Handling
BASED AT: Harken, Inc., Pewaukee, WI
STATUS: Full Time, 1st shift, Non-Exempt
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Safely operate a variety of saw machines to cut material to specifications
- Operate company van to accomplish pickup and deliveries from and to suppliers
- Load and unload delivery van
- Operate overhead crane and forklift
- Assist in the tool crib to maintain inventory, issue tools to team members and ensure tools are safety stored and organized.
- Use basic measuring tools
- Assist the maintenance department coordinating relocation of scrap/chips
- Assist in building wooden crates for hydraulic work
- Work with other departments as needed
· Other duties as assigned
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
- High School diploma or General Education Degree (GED) and one year operating a variety of saw machines in a manufacturing setting required
· Basic computer skills
· Ability to add, sub-tract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals
- Must be able to work overtime as needed
- Ability to obtain certifications for forklift and overhead crane operation within 90 days of hire date
· Excellent problem solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to prioritize multiple assignments
to meet deadline and goals despite unexpected setbacks, obstacles or time constraints
· Team player able to interact in a positive, constructive manner with staff members on all levels
within the company
- Ability to obtain certifications for forklift and overhead crane operation within 90 days of hire date
· Valid driver’s license with good driving record
· While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, feel or handle objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands or arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch and crawl. Must be able to walk or stand on concrete for up to 4 hours at a time
· Must be able to lift 50 pounds without assistance
· Specific vision abilities required by this job include close and distance vision; color vision; peripheral vision; depth perception and the ability to focus
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all qualifications, responsibilities, duties or skills required.
APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Submit your resume via email to: jobs@harken.com
Harken is an equal opportunity employer
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Ability to Commute:
- Pewaukee, WI 53072 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Pewaukee, WI 53072: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person