General Laborer - 6L Line

ETE REMAN; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

ETE REMAN in Milwaukee, WI seeks a General Laborer to support the remanufacturing of transmissions. You will assist with labor, parts, service, and goods, following instructions and ensuring daily demands are met.

Work includes cleaning, inspecting components, operating tools, and maintaining quality checks. You will be part of a fast-paced team focused on safety, reliability, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Read gauges and dimensions with basic instruction.
• Mechanical background or hands-on shop experience preferred.
• Must be 18+ and able to lift 50 pounds.
• Willingness to get dirty and handle typical shop chemicals.
• Reliable attendance and ability to focus on tasks.

Responsibilities

• Read, understand, and follow detailed work instructions and procedures.
• Examine and clean components for wear, defects, and quality.
• Assist in multiple roles within the department as needed.
• Verify quality checks to ensure parts meet standards.
• Operate various equipment and hand tools; maintain clean work areas.
• Support teammates and work overtime when required.
• Follow directions from supervisors and stay proactive.
• Maintain a safe, organized workstation and on-time presence.
• Embrace ETE Reman core values daily.

Skills

Read gauges

Mechanical background

Lift 50 lbs

Attendance reliability

Education

High school diploma preferred

Tools

Measuring tools

Fixtures & gauges

Job description

Job Overview

As a General Laborer you play a big part of the team in providing labor, parts, service and goods to other team members and departments, which is key and very important in the remanufacturing process of transmissions. Your day will be spent performing a wide variety of duties, along with specific tasks as assigned by manger or supervisor, being helpful, organized and fulfilling requests to ensure daily demands are met and processes run smoothly within the department.

About ETE REMAN

ETE REMAN is the largest independent aftermarket automatic transmission remanufacturer in the United States. Based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, we’ve been rebuilding transmissions since 1985 — and we’re still growing strong. With more than 800 team members, ETE REMAN is a place where people can build their career, learn new skills, and be part of a team that wins together.

Why Choose ETE REMAN?

The demand for our transmissions remains strong no matter the economy. Our work reduces waste, keeps vehicles on the road, and helps customers save money.

ETE REMAN is for people who take pride in their work and want to create something real. We’re a team that values quality, honesty, and getting better every single day. You’ll find opportunity here — if you’re ready to learn, grow, and go all-in.

The pace is fast. The expectations are high. And the roadmap? You’ll help draw it. We’re growing quickly, built to last through any market, and still grounded in our family-owned roots. That means you get the best of both worlds — a tight-knit, no-nonsense culture with room to advance and make your mark.

Company Expectations

At ETE REMAN, we expect every team member to:

• Bring a positive attitude and support your teammates


• Focus on quality and keep customer satisfaction at the center of everything you do


• Follow established policies and processes, while staying flexible as things evolve


• Show up on time, stay engaged, and work with passion, urgency, and focus


• Aim to not only meet but exceed goals


• Make continuous improvement a daily goal

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Read, understand and follow detailed work instructions, process & procedures, keep an even workflow


• Examine and clean components for use, noticeable wear, damage & defects, understand quality standards


• Help the department in many different roles and areas, take on responsibilities and learn equipment


• Verify & perform quality checks to ensure parts and components are correct and within standards


• Operate and perform work using a verity of equipment, tools and machines (manual, hydraulic, pneumatic)


• Keep department clean of trash, loose debris and dirt, sweep and mop job areas throughout the day


• Assist others within the department, be able to work as a team, work overtime when needed


• Follow directions and perform all work assigned from supervisors and managers, be proactive and helpful


• Maintain a safe, clean and organized work environment, be at your workstation on time daily


• Embrace ETE Reman’s Core Values

Qualifications

• Ability to properly take and read various gages and dimensions, able to follow oral and written instructions


• Mechanical background, past machine shop and automotive parts experience preferred


• Must be 18 years old, high school diploma preferred, detail oriented, ability to bend, twist, pull & push


• Willingness and understanding you will get dirty at times, and may have to work with chemicals


• Skill of working with your hands, multiple types of tools, fixtures, gages and other instruments


• Ability to lift 50 pounds, stand & work on your feet for 8+ hours a day and under pressure at times


• Have a Can-Do Attitude, with good time management, communication and decision-making skills


• Self-starting and motivation; believe in teamwork and uphold the ability to always help others


• Adhere to all safety rules, give it your all every day, must have regular, reliable, and predictable attendance

Equal Opportunity Employer

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