General Laborer 2nd shift

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

OVERVIEW OF POSITION

The

Brief Description

OVERVIEW OF POSITION

The General Laborer supports daily operations within the machine shop by assisting machinists, handling materials, maintaining equipment cleanliness, and ensuring smooth production flow. This role is ideal for someone who is dependable, safety-focused, and eager to learn manufacturing processes in a hands-on environment.

Essential Job Functions

• Machine Shop Support
  • Assist machinists and operators by staging materials, preparing work areas, and retrieving tools or supplies as needed.
• Material Handling
  • Load, unload, and transport raw materials, components, and finished parts using carts, or forklifts (if certified).
• Shop Maintenance
  • Maintain a clean and organized work environment by sweeping, disposing of scrap, and cleaning equipment and common areas.
• Inventory & Tooling Support
  • Assist with restocking consumables, organizing tools, and maintaining inventory accuracy.
• Safety Compliance
  • Follow all safety procedures, wear required PPE and report unsafe conditions immediately.
• General Production Support
  • Perform additional duties as assigned to support production goals.

SKILLS

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

Additional Information

This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as assigned, consistent with business needs and applicable law.

Due to the nature of our work and applicable U.S. export control laws, this position requires International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) eligibility. Only individuals who qualify as a “U.S. person” as defined by ITAR (U.S. citizens, U.S. permanent residents, refugees, or asylees), unless specified otherwise within job description, are eligible for employment.

Applied Aerospace & Defense (“AA&D”) is committed to equal employment opportunity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Applicants who require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to disability, medical condition, or other protected reason may contact the Human Resources Department. Requests will be reviewed in accordance with applicable law.

Where required by law, the applicable pay range and a summary of benefits and other compensation for this position will be provided.