Manufacturing Associate

Iron Leaf Designs, LLC; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Hands-on experience across processes

Opportunities to learn new equipment

Growth opportunities

Collaborative environment

Job summary

IronLeaf Designs is seeking a dependable Manufacturing Associate to join our growing production and fabrication team in Charlotte, NC. This hands-on role supports daily operations, material handling, assembly, packaging, and general fabrication tasks while maintaining a safe, organized shop.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years of manufacturing experience, is comfortable with fast-paced work, and is eager to learn, grow, and take on additional responsibilities as IronLeaf expands.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of manufacturing, production, fabrication, warehouse experience preferred.
• Forklift certification required.
• Ability to follow work instructions, drawings, measurements, and production requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
• Ability to lift, move, and handle materials safely throughout the day.
• Willingness to learn and grow into additional responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Support daily manufacturing and production operations.
• Assist machine operators and fabrication team members with production tasks as needed.
• Move raw materials, components, and finished products throughout the facility.
• Safely operate a forklift to load, unload, move, and organize materials.
• Assist with basic fabrication and production processes.
• Perform assembly of parts and finished products according to specifications.
• Inspect parts and finished products for visible defects and overall quality.
• Assist with measuring, sorting, labeling, and organizing materials and components.
• Prepare finished products for packaging and shipping.
• Assist with packing, labeling, staging, and loading outgoing shipments.
• Receive and organize incoming materials and supplies as needed.
• Maintain organized material, inventory, and production areas.
• Perform basic finishing tasks such as cleaning, deburring, sanding, or preparing components as needed.
• Keep workstations, equipment areas, and shared shop spaces clean and organized.
• Follow company safety procedures and proper material-handling practices.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, machine operators, and other members of the production team.
• Assist with other manufacturing, fabrication, assembly, and shop responsibilities as production needs require.

Skills

Forklift certification

Mechanical aptitude

Team player

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Manufacturing Associate

Iron Leaf Designs, LLC Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

About IronLeaf Designs

IronLeaf Designs is a growing manufacturing and fabrication company located in Charlotte, North Carolina. We specialize in custom CNC machining, metal fabrication, woodworking, laser processing, and made-to-order products for commercial, industrial, and OEM clients.

At IronLeaf, we combine skilled craftsmanship with modern manufacturing technology to turn ideas into high-quality finished products. Our work is diverse, hands-on, and constantly evolving—and we’re building a team of talented people who take pride in what they create.

We believe our people are an important part of our growth. We value craftsmanship, reliability, attention to detail, problem-solving, and a team-first mindset. Whether you bring years of experience in the trades or are looking for an opportunity to expand your skills, we want people who are motivated to learn, contribute, and do great work.

As we grow, we’re committed to creating opportunities for our employees to grow with us. Team members have the chance to work across a variety of equipment and processes, develop new skills, take on greater responsibility, and make a meaningful impact on the future of the company.

If you enjoy working with your hands, solving problems, building things you can be proud of, and being part of a growing company where your contributions are noticed and valued, IronLeaf Designs may be the place for you.

About the role

IronLeaf Designs is seeking a dependable and motivated Manufacturing Associate to join our growing production and fabrication team.

This is a hands-on position for someone who enjoys working in a manufacturing environment, takes pride in doing quality work, and is willing to assist wherever needed to keep production moving efficiently.

The Manufacturing Associate will support a variety of day-to-day production activities, including material handling, assembly, packaging and shipping, general fabrication support, and maintaining an organized and safe shop environment.

The ideal candidate has some previous manufacturing experience, is comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment, and is eager to learn, develop new skills, and take on additional responsibility as the company grows.

What you’ll do

• Support daily manufacturing and production operations
• Assist machine operators and fabrication team members with production tasks as needed
• Move raw materials, components, and finished products throughout the facility
• Safely operate a forklift to load, unload, move, and organize materials
• Assist with basic fabrication and production processes
• Perform assembly of parts and finished products according to specifications
• Inspect parts and finished products for visible defects and overall quality
• Assist with measuring, sorting, labeling, and organizing materials and components
• Prepare finished products for packaging and shipping
• Assist with packing, labeling, staging, and loading outgoing shipments
• Receive and organize incoming materials and supplies as needed
• Maintain organized material, inventory, and production areas
• Perform basic finishing tasks such as cleaning, deburring, sanding, or preparing components as needed
• Keep workstations, equipment areas, and shared shop spaces clean and organized
• Follow company safety procedures and proper material-handling practices
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, machine operators, and other members of the production team
• Assist with other manufacturing, fabrication, assembly, and shop responsibilities as production needs require

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of manufacturing, production, fabrication, warehouse, or related experience preferred
• Forklift certification required
• Previous experience safely operating a forklift in a manufacturing or warehouse environment
• Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to work with your hands
• Ability to follow work instructions, drawings, measurements, and production requirements
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work
• Ability to safely lift, move, and handle materials throughout the workday
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work effectively as part of a team
• Willingness to assist across different areas of production as needed
• Strong work ethic and a positive, team-first attitude
• Eager to learn, develop new skills, and grow into additional responsibilities
• Commitment to maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work environment

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Medical Insurance
• Hands‑on experience across a variety of manufacturing and fabrication processes
• Opportunity to learn new equipment and develop additional production skills
• Opportunities to take on greater responsibility as experience and skills develop
• Collaborative, team-oriented work environment
• Opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to a growing company