Temp Associates

Shipping & Receiving Position

A shipping and receiving job with a CDL requires, handling the full lifecycle of goods, from unloading incoming shipments to transporting and delivering them to customers. The role combines traditional warehouse duties with the responsibilities of a commercial truck driver, requiring proficiency in inventory mgmt. & (DOT) regulations. 

Responsibilities

Shipping

• Order processing: Pull orders for shipment, ensuring all items match the packing list.
• Packaging: Prepare and package items for shipping.
• Documentation: Prepare shipping documents such as invoices, bills of lading, and labels for outgoing freight via various carriers like UPS or FedEx.
• Loading: Safely load outgoing shipments onto delivery trucks using equipment such as forklifts or pallet jacks.

Receiving

• Unloading: Unload incoming trucks and deliveries and move materials to a designated receiving area.
• Inspection: Verify shipments against documentation, checking for accuracy/damage.
• Documentation: Accurately log materials into an inventory management system.
• Storage: Sort and stock received items in their correct racks, shelves, or bins

Driving (CDL)

• Transportation: Operate a company-owned truck to make timely and safe deliveries.
• Vehicle maintenance: Perform daily pre-trip & post-trip inspections on vehicles & trailers to ensure they meet DOT & safety standards. Report any mechanical issues for repair.
• Compliance: Maintain all required DOT documents, logs, and paperwork, and adhere to all traffic laws and safety regulations.

Qualifications and skills

• Certifications: A valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is required, often Class A or B depending on the vehicle. A DOT medical card is also mandatory.
• Experience: Prior experience in warehouse operations, shipping, and receiving is preferred. Experience operating forklifts, pallet jacks, and other warehouse equipment.
• Physical ability: The role is physically demanding, requiring the ability to lift heavy items and perform tasks that involve walking, standing, bending, and stooping.
• Soft skills: Strong communication & organizational skills, attention to detail & safety.

If you have already registered and completed the interview process, please call our office and let us know of your interest in this opening. There is no need to complete a new application.

Factory Lead

1^st shift 6am -4:30pm & 2^nd shift 4:30pm-3:30am

$17 and up depending on experience

Supervise a team of production workers to ensure efficient and safe operation, meeting production goals and quality standards. Key responsibilities include assigning daily tasks, monitoring performance, troubleshooting issues, training employees, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment. 

Core duties:

• Team supervision:

Assign daily tasks, monitor performance & provide coaching.

• Production oversight:

Ensure daily production goals are met, monitor equipment, & manage material flow. 

• Quality control:

Inspect products for defects & ensure compliance with quality standards.

• Problem-solving:

Address production delays and issues and implement solutions to improve efficiency. 

• Safety and compliance:

Enforce safety procedures, maintain a clean and safe work environment, and conduct risk assessments. 

• Administrative tasks:

Maintain production logs and reports, and ensure proper documentation is completed. 

• Training and development:

Train new employees and help existing team members improve their skills. 

Key skills and abilities:

• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Detailed understanding of production processes.
• Problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Knowledge of safety and quality standards.
• Ability to mentor and motivate a team.

If you have already registered and completed the interview process, please call our office and let us know of your interest in this opening. There is no need to complete a new application.

OVERVIEW

This is a long term assignment at a manufacturing facility in Burlington. This is considered light industrial work. 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Palletizing cans and scrapping cans
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS                    

• Ability to work efficiently with hands
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Strong attention to detail
• Compliance and attention to all safety regulations
• Excellent eyesight and hand/eye coordination

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• High School Diploma/Equivalent

WORK HOURS/SHIFT

• Monday – Friday
  • 1^st Shift 7am - 3pm
  • 2^nd Shift 3pm – 11pm
  • 3^rd Shift 11pm - 7am

WAGE

• $13.00/hr.

SCREENING/TESTING REQUIREMENTS

• Pre-employment background screening
• Pre-employment drug testing

If you have already registered and completed the interview process, please call our office and let us know of your interest in this opening. There is no need to complete a new application.

Long term employment opportunity in an air conditioned and causal manufacturing facility located in Mediapolis.  Good employment opportunity for dual income families and working parents.  Some mechanical aptitude is needed operate machinery. 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operating machine that welds parts to the body of a resistor

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS                    

• Ability to work efficiently with hands
• Mechanical Aptitude
• Ability to lift up to 20 lbs.
• Previous machine operation is preferred

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• High School Diploma/Equivalent

WORK HOURS/SHIFT

• Monday – Friday 7:30 am – 3:30 pm

WAGE

• $14.00

SCREENING/TESTING REQUIREMENTS

• Pre-employment background screening
• Industrial/mechanical testing

If you have already registered and completed the interview process, please call our office and let us know of your interest in this opening. There is no need to complete a new application.

Basic Function:

The primary purpose of this position is to provide overall leadership, mentoring, and direction to plant and management team members to ensure employee health and safety. Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations, and policies, procedures, and processes.  In addition, this position involves the identification and communication of operational risks within the facility, and the development of business strategies to mitigate those risks.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Develop an understanding of caramel color production, powder processing, and packaging/shipping operations to proactively identify and mitigate safety risks.
• Provide strategic leadership to implement, sustain, and continuously improve the company’s ISO 45001 Certification, embedding best practices across the organization.
• Partner with company management to drive accountability for safety processes, ensuring procedures are fully integrated and consistently documented.
• Champion a culture of safety by observing plant operations, identifying opportunities for improvement, and leading the development of targeted safety initiatives and training programs.
• Lead and oversee safety audits in accordance with Safety Management Systems and OSHA regulations, ensuring findings are acted upon with urgency and transparency.
• Design and deliver safety training programs, both classroom and hands-on, while evaluating and enhancing their effectiveness to build workforce capability.
• Facilitate the safety committee by driving the agenda to achieve safety objectives and goals aligned with organizational priorities.

• Ensure availability, readiness, and proper use of all safety equipment and personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Oversee the integrity and accuracy of safety documentation, records, and reporting to support compliance and continuous improvement.
• Serve as a visible role model for safety standards, fostering a safe and sanitary work environment and reinforcing safety expectations at all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrate flexibility in work schedule and approach to meet the evolving needs.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) to safeguard product integrity and quality.
• Contribute to organizational success by performing other responsibilities as assigned.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered. 

Experience:

• 4 to 6 years of practical experience in industrial safety.
• ISO 45001 trained and certified.
• Experience in food processing preferred but not required.

Knowledge:

• Strong understanding of OSHA, ISO 45001, and ANSI requirements.
• Ability to read, interpret, and create sketches and blueprints.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.

Skills:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Proven leadership experience, with demonstrated ability to guide teams and drive results.
• Effective organizational and prioritization skills; self-motivated with goal-setting capabilities.

Wage/Shift/Location:

• Salaried, Non-Exempt – Annual Salary $83,000 or higher DOE                                       
• Day Shift, Monday through Friday
• Clinton, Iowa

Resumes can be sent to swatkins@tempassociates.com

If you have already registered and completed the interview process, please call our office and let us know of your interest in this opening. There is no need to complete a new application.