Helper

NEXTAFF; Long Beach (MS); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

NEXTAFF in Long Beach, MS is seeking a Fabrication Shop Helper to support skilled pipefitters, welders and sheet metal mechanics. This full-time, non-exempt role involves material staging, basic tool use, and keeping the work area clean and safe.

You will assist with loading/unloading parts, operate basic shop equipment, and follow blueprints and production instructions. Candidates should be reliable, with 1–2 years in a construction or heavy industrial shop and the ability to lift 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years in construction, manufacturing, or heavy industrial shop experience.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long shifts.

Responsibilities

• Material Handling: Load, unload, and distribute raw metals, pipe spools, and sheet metal components.
• Shop Support: Assist skilled pipefitters, welders, and sheet metal mechanics with assembly prep.
• Equipment Tending: Operate basic shop equipment and hand tools; transport items using pallet jacks or cranes if certified.
• Quality & Blueprint Following: Read basic production instructions and follow workflow layouts.
• Housekeeping & Safety: Maintain a clean, safe work area and comply with OSHA PPE requirements.

Skills

Material handling

Shop support

Equipment tending

Quality & blueprint following

Housekeeping & safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Pallet jacks

Overhead cranes

Job description

Position Overview

Job Title: Fabrication Shop Helper

Location: Long Beach, Mississippi (Manufacturing & Fabrication Facility)

Reports To: Fabrication Shop Foreman / Superintendent

Position Type: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

A fabrication helper safely assists shop mechanics with material staging, heavy component movement, and general shop cleanup in a controlled manufacturing environment. Key duties include loading and unloading building parts, operating basic shop tools, and maintaining a clean workspace.

Core Responsibilities

• Material Handling: Load, unload, and safely distribute raw metals, steel pipe spools, and sheet metal components.
• Shop Support: Assist skilled pipefitters, welders, and sheet metal mechanics with assembly preparation.
• Equipment Tending: Operate basic shop equipment, hand tools, and material transport devices (e.g., pallet jacks, overhead cranes if certified).
• Quality & Blueprint Following: Read basic production instructions, shop tags, and follow detailed workflow layouts.
• Housekeeping & Safety: Maintain a secure and clean work environment, adhere strictly to OSHA safety protocols, and wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Experience: 1 to 2 years of hands-on experience in a construction, manufacturing, or heavy industrial shop environment.
• Physical Demands: Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, stand for prolonged shifts, and perform repetitive physical tasks (bending, kneeling, climbing).
• Reliability: Reliable daily transportation to the Long Beach facility and a punctual, team-first work ethic.
• Communication: Clear verbal communication skills to coordinate effectively with shop leads and project teams.