2nd Shift Machine Shop General Laborer

Applied Aerospace; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Aerospace in Stockton, CA, is seeking a dependable General Laborer to support daily machine shop operations. You will assist machinists, stage materials, and help maintain a clean, safe work area. You should be able to lift up to 50 lbs, operate basic hand tools, follow instructions, and communicate effectively with the team.

ITAR eligibility applies for U.S. person status; equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Prior manufacturing or machine shop experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, stand for extended periods, and perform repetitive tasks.
• Ability to use basic hand tools; familiarity with measuring tools is a plus.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to follow instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members and supervisors.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant work environment.

Responsibilities

• Machine Shop Support: assist machinists by staging materials, preparing work areas, retrieving tools or supplies.
• Material Handling: load, unload, and transport raw materials, components, and finished parts.
• Shop Maintenance: keep work environment clean, sweep, dispose scrap, clean equipment.
• Inventory & Tooling Support: restock consumables, organize tools, maintain inventory accuracy.
• Safety Compliance: follow PPE requirements and report unsafe conditions.
• General Production Support: perform other duties to support production goals.

Skills

Prior manufacturing experience

Physical ability

Hand tools

Measuring tools

Reliability

Communication

Safety awareness

Tools

Hand tools

Measuring tools

Job description

Applied Aerospace in Stockton, CA, is seeking a dependable General Laborer to support daily machine shop operations. You will assist machinists, stage materials, and help maintain a clean, safe work area. You should be able to lift up to 50 lbs, operate basic hand tools, follow instructions, and communicate effectively with the team.

ITAR eligibility applies for U.S. person status; equal opportunity employer.