GENERAL LABORER (DAY SHIFT)

OVERVIEWFRANKLIN INDUSTRIES is looking for hard-working, hands-on employees to fill various roles throughout our plant. The General Laborer will support Franklin Industries in various ways such as material handling, product bundling, and assembly.On-the-job training is available but previous experience in a manufacturing environment, mechanical skills/aptitude, and/or experience in assembly is preferred.This is an entry level position with much opportunity for career growth! Franklin Industries is a local place to start your career. We offer Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurances in addition to many other benefits such as Paid Time Off and a 401k with employer match.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSAbility to read, interpret, and follow safety requirements and work proceduresAbility to follow instructions, both written and verbalAbility to collaborate well with other team members, performing work in a safe mannerComplete accurate documentationGood and thorough communication is a necessityWORKING CONDITIONSThis is a safety-sensitive position; you will be working around and/or operating heavy machineryAll PPE (with few exceptions) is provided by the companyMay deal with some liquids/chemicalsShop environment, temperatures will varyBoth indoors and outdoorsPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSAbility to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods of timeAbility to work in a fast-paced environmentAbility to concentrate for long periods of time while multi-taskingAbility to do repetitive tasks with hands, arms and legsAble to twist and reachAbility to lift up to 50lbsEXPECTED HOURS - Between 40 and 58 per weekTYPICAL SCHEDULE5 AM - 3 PM - Mon-Fri5 AM - 1 PM on Saturdays (only as needed, and on rotation)PLEASE NOTE: Some departments start earlier, others start later.STARTING PAY - Typically $15.00/hour (OT is paid at 1.5x pay after 40 hours). New employees are eligible for merit raises and more cross training opportunities after passing their 90-day probationary period.The following incentives are also available:Bonus and production incentivesReferral bonusesPaid holidaysBENEFITS - available on the first of the month, following 60 days of employmentMedical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision Insurance$15 K Life Insurance paid for by companyShort and Long-Term Disability InsurancesOther benefits also offeredABOUT FRANKLIN INDUSTRIESIn 1901, Franklin Rolling Mill & Foundry Company was founded in Franklin, PA. Right in the middle of Steel Country, Franklin Industries is less than two hours from Pittsburgh, where Andrew Carnegie's steel empire ruled the steel industry in the early 20th century.We're another two hours from Johnstown, PA, where the first steel rails for the railroad (our raw material) were made. Steel rails linked Chicago and New York together with high capacity rails creating America's manufacturing powerhouse.Our families have made an honest living in quality manufacturing for generations and are proud to continue that great tradition.NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENTIt is the policy of Franklin Industries to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.The HR Department is required to check the criminal background of all job offerees. Having a criminal record does not block an applicant from securing a job at Franklin Industries. We review all criminal records on a case-by-case basis. The HR Department sends all job offerees to an external testing site for a physical (vitals, vision, and hearing) and a drug screen. Securing the job is contingent on passing the physical and the drug screen.

Created: 2025-12-26