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The Workforce Development Board, Herkimer, Madison, and Oneida Counties, Inc. (WDB HMO), DBA Working Solutions, is part of the Public Workforce System, a network of federal, state, and local offices that support economic expansion and develop the talent of the nation’s workforce.

Lowe's National Hiring Day -Tuesday, May 4th



 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Lowe’s is hosting a National Hiring Day.
Lowe's is hiring for seasonal roles across the store, and they're committed to the growth and development of their associates. In fact, nearly 200 of their current store managers kicked off their careers in seasonal roles.

Event Information
This event will run on May 4th from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. at all U.S. stores as they seek team members to fill thousands of seasonal, part-time, and full-time positions for the spring. OFFERS ON THE SPOT!! Employees start between $14-$16 per hour based on prior experience!
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NYSDOL May Virtual Workshops

Check out the latest virtual workshops that NYSDOL is hosting. You can sign up for the workshops by clicking on which one you are interested right on the flyer. It will then bring you to the registration page.

CLICK HERE: May Virtual Workshop Flyer
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WKTV - “Back to Work” Job Orders for April 26 – April 30, 2021

Monday April 26, 2021

Job Title: Domestic Violence Case Manager                              City: Ilion, NY

Full time for a charitable organization serving the Mohawk Valley. Duties: Provide victims of domestic violence support, advocacy, and referral to community services. Requirements: Bachelor's Degree preferred. Will consider candidates with a special interest in working with the population served. Driver’s license and reliable transportation required.

Pay: Not specified. Benefits.                                                      Job Order # NY1366807



Monday April 26, 2021

Job Title: Production Worker                                                     City: Utica, NY
Full time for a local food manufacturer. Duties. Perform hand assembly and packaging of food products. Requirements: Must have a vehicle or reliable transportation. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Must be able to work weekends, nights, and holidays as needed. There will be a Hiring Event for these and other positions tomorrow, Tuesday April 27th from 10 am to 3 pm at 2200 Bleecker St. Utica.

Pay: Not specified.                                                                     Job Order # NY1366629



Tuesday April 27, 2021

Job Title: Order Fillers and Stockers                                         City: Rome, NY                                                                                      
Full time for a new distribution center. Duties: Currently hiring Order Fillers, Stockers, Inventory Control Clerks, Drivers, Material Handlers and more.  Requirements: There will be a Drive-Thru Job Fair at their facility at 1 Atlas Drive Rome on Friday April 30th from 12 noon to 4 pm. Stop by to check out the opportunities.

Pay: Varies by position and shift. Benefits.                               Job Order # NY1365412   



Tuesday April 27, 2021

Job Title: Apprentice Carpenter                                                 City: Utica, NY

Full time for a regional labor union. Duties: Learn to be a carpenter in commercial construction. There will be a virtual information session, the first step in the application process, on Monday May 3rd at 6:00 pm. Requirements: HS diploma or GED, a valid driver license and reliable transportation to and from statewide work sites. You must pre-register for the information session online by April 30th.

Pay: Not specified. Benefits                                                       Job Order #  NY1364866




Wednesday April 28, 2021

Job Title: Member Relationship Advisor                                    City: Rome, NY

Full time, for a local credit union. Duties:  Provide member services in a call center, managing a high volume of inbound and outbound calls. Requirements: Associate's Degree preferred. Equivalent work experience will be considered. Must have at least one-year experience in a call center environment.

Pay: Starts at $17.07/hour. Benefits                                           Job Order # DE9539564



Wednesday April 28, 2021

Job Title: HR Generalist                                                             City: Frankfort, NY

Full time for a distributor of safety equipment and industrial supplies. Duties: Perform general Human Resource administrative functions. Requirements: Associate's Degree or higher in Human Resources and 1-3 years of Corporate Talent Acquisition or Recruitment experience required. PHR certification is a plus.

Pay: Not specified. Benefits                                                       Job Order #  NY1366953



Thursday April 29, 2021

Job Title: Machinist                                                                    City: Canastota, NY

Full time for a local machine shop. Duties: Operate a variety of machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments.  Candidate will be using Mazak equipment and MRP software. Requirements: Candidate must be able to walk and stand for periods of time and possess fine hand motor skills for working with small parts.

Pay: Competitive pay. Benefits                                                  Job Order # NY1367070                                                                       



Thursday April 29, 2021

Job Title: Sauté Line Cook                                                         City: Sylvan Beach, NY

Full time and part time positions with a busy local restaurant. Duties: Prepare dishes to order.  Requirements: Must have at least 1 year of restaurant line cook experience.

Pay: $20.00-$22.00/hour based on experience.                            Job Order # NY1366919                                                                                                          



Friday April 30, 2021

Job Title: Inside Sales Representative                                       City: Utica, NY

Full time for a global manufacturing company. Duties: Meet sales targets in the artisan jewelry and precision investment casting marketplace. Territories include the US, Canada, Mexico and Central and South America.  Requirements: Associate's Degree in a business-related field required, Bachelor's Degree preferred. Spanish fluency is highly desired. Should be proficient in Microsoft Office systems.

Pay: Not specified. Benefits                                                       Job Order #  NY1360451



Friday April 30, 2021

Job Title: Cashier/Receptionist                                                  City: Oneida, NY

Full time for a local car dealership.  Duties: Answering phones, assisting customers, and running a cash register. Requirements: High School diploma or the equivalent. Candidate must be able to accurately count money.  Prior customer service experience is preferred.  Ability to multi-task is essential.

Pay: Not specified                                                                      Job Order #  NY1366997
 
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Career Start Staffing Hiring Event - Utica, NY - April 27th

Career Start Staffing has opened an office in Utica at 2200 Broad Street. They will be holding a hiring event on April 27th from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm. They are looking for Production Workers, Forklift Operators and a Sanitation Manager. You can sign up for the hiring event at  https://careerstartny.com/hiring-event/
NY1366629

Career Start is currently recruiting Production Workers in Utica, NY for a food manufacturing facility. No experience needed!. The Production Worker will be responsible assembling materials and quality checks of the final product.

Responsibilities of the Production Worker:
  • Perform hand assembly, select and package materials: stand, lift, bend, and transport items for 8 hrs a day.
  • Perform and document corrective actions/defective parts and use small hand tools to adjust materials.
  • Maintain GMP and workflow/production standards.
  • Lift up to 50lbs regularly.
  • Requirements of the Production Worker:
  • Must have a vehicle or reliable transportation.
  • Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
  • Must be flexible to changing duties according to needs.
  • Must be able to work weekends, nights, and holidays as needed.
  • Ability to work in fast paced environment and have strong attention to detail.
  • Must be punctual, dependable, have a positive attitude and want to be part of a TEAM.
Apply online at www.careerstartny.com



NY1366651

Career Start is currently seeking a Sanitation Manager in Utica, NY. To be considered for this Sanitation Manager position, candidates must have four-year college degree or five years' experience in food manufacturing sanitation years of experience. The Sanitation Manager will be responsible to help develop and implement strategic sanitation program, policies, plans and processes to ensure that sanitary performance meets True Leaf standards as well as supports Food Safety requirement towards regulatory compliance

Responsibilities of the Sanitation Manager:
  • Manages annual sanitation plan, budget forecast and performance.
  • Manage sanitation chemical supply and inventory.
  • Ensure that the plant is cleaned daily and ready to start production on time.
  • Maintain a safe work environment by properly - Always raise safety awareness for chemical handling and equipment operation with Tag out Lock out training.
  • Ensure that the company food safety guidelines are implemented daily.
  • Maintain good communication with subordinates, peers and other members of management.
  • Hire, train, counsel and sanitation crew.
  • Participate in audits, facility inspections and coordinate pre-operational inspection with QC Management
  • Clearly communicate expectation to sanitation employees.
  • Other duties may be assigned.
Requirements of the Sanitation Manager:
  • Must have the knowledge and skills required to work in a fast paced and challenging environment both inside and around the facility.
  • Must be able to work night, weekend and/or holidays required by the job.
  • Knowledge of the GMP, HACCP and Environmental sanitation program is preferred.
  • Experience with third party regulatory agencies such as AIB GFS, SQF, NYS Department of Food and Agriculture, and FDA preferred.
Apply online at www.careerstartny.com



NY1366637

Career Start is currently seeking Forklift Operators in Utica, NY for a food manufacturing plant. To be considered for Forklift Operator positions, candidates must have (2) years of experience with Fork Lifts and (1) year Food Plant or Manufacturing operation. The Forklift Operator will be responsible for verifying labeling, compare counts, measurements, wrap pallets, operate forklift, move finished product to and from production floor to freezer, load and unload trucks.

Responsibilities of the Forklift Operator:
  • Move products to and from freezer.
  • Accurate verification of counts and labeling.
  • Load and unload.
Requirements of the Forklift Operator:
  • 2 Years of previous Fork lift experience.
  • Good communication and organizational skills.
  • Ability to pass a drug screen.
Must be flexible to work with in a 12PM-2:30 AM window

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $16.00 per hour

Apply online at www.careerstartny.com
 
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WKTV “Back2Work” Job Orders for April 19 - April 23, 2021

Monday April 19, 2021

Job Title: Production Assembler                    City: Whitesboro, NY

Full time for a building component manufacturer. Duties: Assemble wood framed structural pieces of houses, apartments, hotels, and other types of buildings. Requirements: High School diploma or the equivalent. Business will train.

Pay: $14.00/hour plus $1.00 shift differential.                            Job Order # NY1364179



 Monday April 19, 2021

Job Title: Quality/Engineering Technician                  City: Oriskany, NY

Full time for a company that manufactures fiber optic cable assemblies. Duties: Inspect and test incoming materials, work in process, and finished goods to ensure compliance with quality specifications. Requirements: Associates degree in a technology-related discipline strongly preferred.  Will also consider 1-2 years of industry experience in a quality or design position.

Pay: Not specified. Benefits                            Job Order # NY1365975                                                                                                    



Tuesday April 20, 2021

Job Title: LPN                                                 City: New Hartford, NY

Full time and part time openings, all shifts for a long-term healthcare facility. Duties. Provide nursing care to patients in various units. Requirements: Must be currently licensed to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in New York.  All full time and part time positions are benefit eligible upon hire.

Pay: Not specified. Benefits                            Job Order # NY1366459



Tuesday April 20, 2021

Job Title: Meat Processor                               City: Rome, NY

Full time for a meat packing facility. Duties: Process meat for packaging. Requirements: Good knife skills and familiarity with animal parts. Some meat processing or butcher experience preferred, but business is willing to train.

Pay: $12.50-$18.00/hour based on experience.              Job Order # NY1364453




Wednesday April 21, 2021

Job Title: Executive Assistant                        City: Mohawk, NY

Full time, for an office supply distributor. Duties:  Perform a variety of clerical duties including creating advertising materials and web content. Requirements: Associates degree or the equivalent or one-year related experience. Must possess excellent creative, business writing and proofreading skills. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office products.

Pay: Not specified.                                          Job Order # NY1365928                                                                    



Wednesday April 21, 2021

Job Title: Human Resources Generalist         City: Vernon, NY

Full time for a local racetrack/casino. Duties: Perform general HR administrative functions. Requirements: Associates Degree in Human Resources or two to four years related human resource experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

Pay: Not specified                                           Job Order # NY1366192



Thursday April 22, 2021

Job Title: Mortgage Loan Officer                    City: Utica/Rome Area, NY

Full time for a local credit union. Duties:Help members with their financing needs and implement a sales call program to service realtors and brokers. Work remotely from home when not meeting with potential members. Requirements: Associates Degree in a related field, or equivalent work experience. Must have at least one-year experience in Residential Mortgage Lending.

Pay: Competitive pay. Benefits                       Job Order # DE9514171   



Thursday April 22, 2021

Job Title: Retail Associates                            City: Rome, NY

Full time and part time positions various shifts for a major retailer. Duties: Currently open roles include Frontend Cashiers, Personal Shoppers, Stockers, and Sales Associates. Requirements: Must be available weekends and evenings. Must be physically capable of performing job duties.

Pay: $14.50-$18.50/hour depending on position       Job Order # NY1366111                                                                                                                     



Friday April 23, 2021

Job Title: Production Operator                       City: Utica, NY

Full time and part time positions available with an essential global manufacturing company. Duties: Operate various machines to complete the production process. Requirements: High School diploma or the equivalent.

Pay: Starts at $15.00/ hr. More with experience   Job Order #   NY1365539



Friday April 23, 2021

Job Title: Seasonal Canal Worker                   City: Frankfort, NY

Full time, seasonal position for a NY State Agency.  Duties:  Work on projects that add new and improved trail linkages along the Erie Canal. Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age and physically capable of performing the duties assigned. There are no education or experience requirements. Candidates must have and maintain a valid NYS driver’s license.

Pay: Not specified.                                          Job Order # DE9520105
 
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Helping CNY Get Back To Work

The Workforce Development Board, Herkimer, Madison, and Oneida Counties, Inc. (WDB HMO), DBA Working Solutions, is part of the Public Workforce System, a network of federal, state, and local offices that support economic expansion and develop the talent of the nation’s workforce.

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