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Join Our Team at voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak!

Embark on a rewarding career journey with voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak, North America's premier designer and manufacturer of special trackwork. With a legacy spanning 160 years, we lead the industry in shaping the future of rail solutions. As part of the voestalpine Railway Systems global network, we are committed to delivering quality products and services, including rails, turnouts, fastening systems, signaling technologies, and monitoring solutions. Operating with a presence across Canada, the US, and Mexico, we prioritize the well-being of our people, global mobility, and sustainability and innovation.

Our people are the foundation of our success. Skilled, motivated, and results-driven individuals shape our culture demonstrating our core values of Respect, Responsibility, Curiosity, Courage, Passion, and Diversity each day. This commitment is more than shared values; it extends to shared responsibilities for safety and quality, showing genuine care for one another's growth and development, a commitment to our customers, and fostering strong relationships within the Nortrak Team and with our customers.

We are currently looking for a Temporary Part-Time Labourer to join our team in Newton, KS for a three-month period.

PURPOSE OF POSITION

Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the labourer is responsible for performing all necessary daily janitorial and other miscellaneous duties in order to ensure that buildings and facilities are maintained in healthy, safe and sanitary manner.

Task and Responsibilities:

• Gather and empty trash throughout plant and office areas.
• Service, clean and supply break room including appliances.
• Service, clean and supply restrooms throughout plant and office areas.
• Clean foundry floors by manually sweeping and running floor sweeper.
• Clean office floors by manually sweeping, mopping, scrubbing or vacuuming.
• Blow down walls, lights and equipment with high pressured air.
• Clean and polish furniture, walls and fixtures.
• Clean windows, glass partitions and mirrors using soapy water or other cleaners.
• Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment.
• Notify managers concerning the need of major repairs or additions to building operating systems.
• Sweep sidewalks, entryways, and loading docks.
• Pick up litter and debris around the plant grounds and parking areas.
• Perform yard maintenance, including weed eating, trimming, and basic landscaping tasks.
• Conduct minor painting and touch-up work on outdoor fixtures, barriers, and facility signage.
• Assist in seasonal tasks such as snow removal or leaf clearing.
• Maintain cleanliness in designated smoking areas and outdoor break zones.
• Requisition supplies and equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties.
• Adhere to Nortrak’s Environmental, Safety and Quality Procedures, Practices and Policies.

Physical Demands:

• Frequent standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, crouching, climbing, and pushing, pulling, or lifting objects for the duration of your required schedule shift.
• Use hands and arms to operate tools, handle materials, and reach for the duration of your required scheduled shift.

• Required vision abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
• Hearing abilities necessary to perform job tasks safely and effectively.

Job Requirements (e.g. education, experience, skills and desired competencies)

• High School graduate or GED preferred.
• Previous janitorial or custodial experience preferred, especially in industrial or manufacturing settings.
• Ability to operate floor scrubbers, vacuums, weed trimmers, and other basic maintenance equipment.
• Comfortable working both indoors and outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and safe handling procedures (training provided).
• Physically capable of lifting up to 50 lbs, performing repetitive tasks, and standing for extended periods.
• Willingness to follow all safety procedures and wear required PPE.

Working Location:

• Newton, KS

If you think you have the necessary qualifications and drive to excel in our team, we invite you to apply now and join us at voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak. Apply today!

voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak (“Nortrak”) is a subsidiary of voestalpine AG (www.voestalpine.com) one of Europe’s premier steel producers with over 50,000 employees worldwide. Nortrak is closely affiliated with voestalpine’s Railway Systems group which operates in 21 countries across the globe to provide cutting edge system-based solutions to railroads and transits. Our website is https://www.voestalpine.com/nortrak/en/

voestalpine Railway Systems Nortrak is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, and any other federal, state, or locally protected classifications.

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