General Laborer: Learn & Grow in Manufacturing

Bay-Cast-Technologies; Bay City (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Bay Cast Technologies is seeking a dependable General Laborer to support our machine shop operations. This entry-level role is ideal for someone starting a career in manufacturing with a strong work ethic and willingness to learn.

You will handle material movement, cleaning, basic finishing, and assist with drilling, tapping, and basic blueprint reading. Overtime may be required as production demands.

Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing, machine shop, or industrial experience is helpful but not required.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to safely use basic hand tools or willingness to learn.
• Ability to read and follow basic instructions, parts lists, and blueprints.
• Forklift or hoist experience is a plus; training and certification may be provided.
• Must be willing to work overtime as production requires.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload materials, parts, and products from pallets or trucks, manually or using a hoist or forklift.
• Move metal parts and stock to the appropriate work areas.
• Keep machines and work areas clean by removing metal chips, shavings, and excess oil.
• Assist with finishing machined parts using files, hand grinders, and chisels.
• Apply rust preventative to metal parts using a brush or roller.
• Use a mag-drill for drilling and tapping as needed.
• Sweep and maintain clean, organized work areas.
• Follow work instructions, parts lists, and basic blueprints.
• Complete required process control paperwork accurately.
• Look for ways to help the team and take care of what needs to get done.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Dependable

Hardworking

Willing to Learn

Initiative

Detail-Oriented

Team-Minded

Growth-Oriented

Safety-Conscious

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Forklift Experience

Hoist operation

Basic Hand Tools

Job description

Bay Cast Technologies is seeking a dependable General Laborer to support our machine shop operations. This entry-level role is ideal for someone starting a career in manufacturing with a strong work ethic and willingness to learn.

You will handle material movement, cleaning, basic finishing, and assist with drilling, tapping, and basic blueprint reading. Overtime may be required as production demands.