Heavy Duty Metal Container Assemblers - Industrial Setting

Manpower Group (USA); Sanford (ME); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Manpower Group (USA) in Sanford, ME seeks a Heavy Duty Metal Container Assembler for a day‑shift, temporary assignment. You will assemble large metal containers on a production line, using hand and power tools, while adhering to safety, quality, and process standards.

Pay is $20/hour with a Monday–Friday schedule (6:50 AM – 3:10 PM). Ideal candidates are mechanically inclined, detail‑oriented, able to follow blueprints and work instructions, and capable of basic math and problem solving.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma, GED/HiSET or equivalent (minimum)
• Industrial or mechanical assembly experience (electrical sub‑assembly a plus)
• Strong attention to detail and basic problem‑solving/troubleshooting skills
• Ability to perform basic math (add, subtract, multiply, divide)
• Ability to pass a drug screen, and physical (vision, hearing, lift testing)

Responsibilities

• Assemble mechanical components using hand and power tools
• Follow blueprints, work instructions, and shop orders
• Perform basic testing and inspections (leak checks, airflow, quality)
• Work on a production line and meet set cycle times
• Cross‑train and support multiple assembly areas as needed
• Follow safety and quality standards

Skills

Hand tools

Power tools

Blueprints

Quality standards

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electrical sub-assembly

Job description

Heavy Duty Metal Container Assemblers - Industrial Setting

• Reference Number: 5889743
• Published Date: 09/03/2026
• Job Type: Temporary
• Hours: Full Time

Pay: $20.00 per hour
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 6:50 AM – 3:10 PM
Status: Temporary - Approximately 2 Months

Our client in Sanford has an immediate need for a Heavy Duty Metal Container Assembler to support a well-established manufacturing operation on the day shift. This position pays $20 per hour and is a temporary assignment expected to last approximately 2 months.

This is a great opportunity for a mechanically inclined individual who enjoys working with their hands and has experience using tools such as power drills, screwdrivers, hammers, tape measures, and other hand and power tools. You'll be part of a production team assembling large metal containers while maintaining quality, safety, and production standards.

What the work looks like:

• Assemble mechanical components usinghand and power tools
• Follow blueprints, work instructions, and shop orders
• Performbasic testing and inspections(leak checks, airflow, quality)
• Work on aproduction line andmeet set cycle times
• Cross‑train and support multiple assembly areas as needed
• Follow safety andquality standards

This is fast‑paced, physical work performed on your feet in an industrial workshop setting.

Ideal candidates are described as:

• Dependablewith a demonstrated history of staying in roles 2+ yearswith a strong attendance record
• Mechanically inclinedfrom prior work or regular hands‑on hobbies (manufacturing, automotive, fabrication, construction, industrial maintenance)
• Confident communicatorsthat are able to clearly share their experience and accept performance feedback
• Takes pride in doing things right the first time
• Are comfortable being held to production time expectations while maintaining safety and quality standards

Additional requirements:

• High School Diploma, GED/HiSET or equivalent (minimum)
• Industrial or mechanical assembly experience (electrical sub‑assembly a plus)
• Strong attention to detail and basic problem‑solving/troubleshooting skills
• Ability to perform basic math (add, subtract, multiply, divide)
• Ability to pass a drug screen, and physical
  • Physical includes vision, hearing, and lift testing

Important: This is an industrial manufacturing line role with physical demands and time standards. If you are looking for light-duty, bench‑style assembly work this may not be the right fit for you.

What the hiring process looks like:

The hiring process typically takes around 2 weeks for qualified candidates and includes recruiter screening, an onsite client interview, and post-offer physical and testing.

Candidates who complete tasks quickly and can confidently discuss their hands‑on experience and work history tend to move through the process most successfully.

Job ID: 5889743