Shop Assistant

Shop Assistant - Blairsville, PA Position Summary Unified Staffing & Recruiting is hiring Shop Assistants for a manufacturing facility in Blairsville, PA! This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work, wants to learn multiple areas of production, and is looking for a stable schedule with room for growth. Manufacturing experience is a plus, but it is not required! Shift/Hours: 1. 2nd Shift: Monday-Thursday, 3:00 PM-1:00 AM 2. 3rd Shift: Monday-Thursday, 9:00 PM-7:00 AM Training on 1st shift -Four 10-hour shifts with three-day weekends every week Pay: $17.00/hour Hire Type: Full-Time, with opportunity for permanent hire Position Highlights: 1. Three-day weekends every week 2. Wage review after 6 months of employment 3. Opportunity to learn multiple manufacturing processes and departments 4. Potential eligibility for a $1,500 retention bonus upon conversion to permanent employment and successful completion of the 60-day introductory period 5. $750 paid after completing the 60-day introductory period 6. $750 paid after 6 months of employment Responsibilities: Shop Assistants will work under the direction of experienced operators and support various manufacturing and production departments. Responsibilities may include: 1. Loading raw materials and removing finished parts from laser equipment 2. Deburring, sanding, and grinding metal components 3. Assisting with quality inspections and moving parts as directed 4. Installing hardware and inserts into finished products 5. Loading parts and assisting with wash and etch processes 6. Helping with paint preparation and powder coating operations 7. Packaging products and assisting with assembly 8. Performing general shop labor and other duties as assigned Qualifications: 1. Manufacturing experience is a plus, but not required 2. Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment 3. Ability to lift, carry, and move materials as needed 4. Strong attendance and reliability 5. Willingness to learn multiple departments and processes 6. Commitment to workplace safety and quality standards *We are have an on-site hiring event with this client on November 3 & 4, see our website for more details-www.unifiedstaffing-recruiting.com.