Manufacturing Assistant-1st Shift

Category: Light Industrial
Location: Amherst, VA 24521
Pay: $15.00 Hourly
Posted: 2 weeks ago
Status: Open

Description

Manufacturing Assistant-1st Shift

1st Shift Manufacturing Assistants are needed for Busy Manufacturing Company in Amherst. Pay Rate: $15

Company Profile

A leading manufacturer of custom air handling units and HVAC solutions based in Amherst, Virginia. With roots dating back to 1878, the company specializes in designing and manufacturing high-quality, durable air handling systems for commercial, healthcare, laboratory, pharmaceutical, and industrial applications.

What's in it for you?

Elwood Staffing associates are eligible for a comprehensive and competitive benefits package plus an exclusive savings program, including:

  • Medical/Vision/Dental/Rx plans
  • Holiday Pay
  • Teladoc (online care)
  • Referral Bonus Incentive
  • Weekly Pay
  • 401k
  • And More!

Manufacturing Assistant-1st Shift Details:

  • Temp-to-Hire position
  • $15.00 /hour
  • Full Time work available
  • First Shift (Monday through Thursday from 05:00am to 03:00pm)

Qualified Manufacturing Assistants will:

  • Retrieve raw materials for panel assembly
  •  Prepare basic assemblies for processing
  • Assist in setting up unit components into final assembled units
  • Use a variety of sheet metal tools
  • Clean completed units and Debur Metal Parts
  • Monday-Thursday from 5am-3pm  
  • Some Friday work may be required from 5am to 11am 

Manufacturing Assistant-1st Shift Qualifications:

Qualified Manufacturing Assistants need to meet the following criteria:

  • Must be able to pass Math/Measuring Test
  • Construction Background and previous assembly experience is highly recommended
  • Must be able to work effectively and efficiently in a fast paced environment
  • Must be able to Stand, Stoop, Bend, Squat, Twist for entire shift
  • Must be able to repetitively lift up to 50lbs for entire shift
  • Applicant may be subject to a background check
  • Pre-employment drug screen (Excluding THC) is required as a condition of employment

*A conviction record will not necessarily prevent you from being employed. You will be required to complete and submit a questionnaire. We will consider your age at the time of the offense, when the offense occurred, the seriousness and the nature of the offense, as well as any rehabilitation to determine your employability.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and celebrate diversity at all levels of our organization.

How to Apply:

Visit, email, call, or text us today! Walk-ins are welcome! Feel free to apply online at www.elwoodjobs.com!

Lynchburg, VA

1088 Vista Park Dr

Forest, VA 24551

(434) 385-8640

lynchburg.va@elwoodstaffing.com

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