General Laborer

At Techo-Bloc, we aren’t just paving patios – we’re paving the way for great careers! Founded on a culture of innovation, we manufacture landscaping products focused on design, durability and flair. Our growing team is seeking passionate people, ready to make an impact.

Starting rate: $23.50/hr + $2.00/hr shift differential starting at 4pm

Location: Rock Island, IL

Schedule: The position currently operates Monday–Friday, 12:00 PM to 9:00 PM, but hours will gradually extend later into the evening. Our long-term plan is to transition this role into a night shift, so schedule flexibility is essential.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Complete examination of finished product by checking height, shape, color and consistency by applying knowledge of proper company standards as instructed and applicable for in process systems.
• Complete block checks, remove any defective pieces from pallet or board and replace defective pieces with quality pieces. These tasks vary by line and by product and process that the General Laborer is assigned to. 
• Complete packaging, by adding packaging materials, top sheet, labels, and final QC on the skid of finished product before sent to the yard before final transport.• All products must be packaged neatly and securely

• Assist Machine operators and many other variable processes IE:  pallet repair, general Maintenance helper, Yard general support, completing processes as directed.
• Follow established guideline for policy and procedure to ensure QA Standards are met or exceeded.
• Maintain a clean workstation and assist with plant clean up
• Wear personal protective equipment, and ensures behaviors are Safe.
• Follow companies proper lock out tag out and safety procedures.
• Behaves in accordance with Techo-Bloc Vision, Mission, and Values.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Be able to read and comprehend simple instructions, correspondence.
• Be able to write simple correspondence and/or memos.
• Be able to work collaboratively communicating actual shop floor issues etc.
• Be able to perform each essential duty to company standards. 
• Have the knowledge, skill, and/or ability to operate machinery, not Machine Operators.
• Be able to add, subtract, multiply and divide
• Be able to reason and apply common sense.
• Be able to handle problems and situations effectively.
• Be punctual; being on time for your scheduled shifts
• Be able to work individually and in a team environment
• Be able to multitask

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma, or GED equivalent (highly preferred)
• One year of manufacturing experience (preferred

Why Work for Us?

Techo-Bloc offers its valued associates a competitive salary, paid time off and a comprehensive benefits package. Here are a few of our perks:

• Medical Benefits
• Vision
• Dental
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• 401k Match
• Employee Discount on Products
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Complete uniform provided after 3 months.
• Boot reimbursement program
• Training & Development
• WEEKLY PAY!!

The People

Our people are the best part of the job.

The Rock Island team is an industrious group, who thrive together when challenged. Passionate about their craft, these folks take pride in the Artscape of their work and the Techo-Bloc brand. This crew values a ‘can do’ attitude and is quick to embrace those eager to learn.

Intrigued? Come grow with us.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must frequently transport and move items up to 75 pounds and occasionally up to 80 pounds. Must be able to closely inspect materials and products. Employee must be able to identify color blends, variances, non-conforming color blends with up to three different colors on each product. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to remain stationary or move throughout the workstations; also includes the ability to ascend and descend steps and ladders; and position self in tight spaces. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms, talk or hear.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Other duties: 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.