General Shop Laborer, Grand Prairie

albers-aersopace; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Albers Aerospace seeks dependable production staff for our Texas manufacturing facility. You will perform basic assembly tasks, operate tools and equipment, and help keep work areas safe and organized. The role requires reliability, attention to detail, and the ability to follow safety procedures.

Day-to-day duties include inspecting finished parts, documenting work, and collaborating with teammates to meet production goals. Flexibility for overtime may be required based on production needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Prior experience in manufacturing or warehouse environment preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret basic work instructions and safety procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity.
• Must be safety-focused and able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

Responsibilities

• Operate hand tools and power equipment to remove excess metal and burs from workpieces.
• Clean, inspect, and maintain tools, machinery, and work areas for safety and efficiency.
• Assist with basic machine setup, attachment installation, and production support.
• Examine finished work to verify conformance to specifications.
• Follow standard operating procedures and safety guidelines, including PPE usage.
• Communicate injuries, unsafe acts, or equipment failures to the team lead.
• Maintain accurate records of completed work and material usage.
• Support other production areas as needed.
• Assist in general shop housekeeping and material handling.
• Perform other related duties to support manufacturing operations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Manual dexterity

Team player

Safety conscious

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Our core competencies include systems engineering, program management, logistics, production support, aircraft maintenance, and aviation/aerospace services. We were founded in 2015 and since our establishment, we have been attracting the best talent in our fields of interest enabling us to provide cutting-edge solutions and support to our warfighters. We understand and provide expert consultation on weapons systems acquisition programs, maintenance/modernization programs, and sustainment programs. We know defense and we know aircraft systems.

Essential Job Functions

• Operate hand tools and power equipment to remove excess metal and burs from workpieces.
• Clean, inspect, and maintain tools, machinery, and work areas to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Assist with basic machine setup, attachment installation, and production support.
• Examine finished work to verify conformance to specifications.
• Follow standard operating procedures and all safety guidelines, including the proper use of PPE.
• Communicate any injuries, unsafe acts, or equipment failures to the team lead immediately.
• Maintain accurate records of completed work and material usage as required.
• Support other production areas as needed.
• Assist in general shop housekeeping and material handling.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support manufacturing operations.

Flexibility may be required to work additional hours, evenings, or weekends based on production needs.

Note:

The duties and responsibilities described on this document are not necessarily a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time; and the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret basic work instructions and safety procedures.
• Strong attention to detail, manual dexterity, and a commitment to quality.
• Must be safety-focused and able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Must be a U.S citizen.

Physical Requirements

• Standing: More than 2/3 of the time
• Walking: 1/3 to 2/3 of the time
• Sitting: Less than 1/3 of the time
• Lifting: Up to 50 pounds (occasional)
• Crouching, stooping, reaching, or stretching: Less than 1/3 of the time
• Speaking and hearing: As needed for communication
• Visual acuity required for close work and inspection

Working Conditions

Work performed primarily in a manufacturing environment with exposure to loud noise levels.

Reasonable Accommodations

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.