Manufacturing Associate

Path Robotics; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Path Robotics is seeking a Manufacturing Associate to keep our machine and fabrication shops stocked and running smoothly. This hands-on, highly visible role rewards proactive and dependable teammates who pay close attention to detail in a fast‑paced environment.

You will support daily shop activities, move parts, assist with loading/unloading fabrications, and help stage materials to maintain workflow. Prior shop experience and a safety‑minded mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing environment, machine and fabrication shops.
• High standards for attention to detail and organization.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently and proactively.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day activities for the machine and fabrication shops.
• Move parts between departments.
• Clean and paint finished parts per print.
• Assist in loading/unloading large fabrications in welding cells.
• Complete secondary tasks on machined parts.
• Stage raw material with prints to ensure workflow.
• Fit and tack coupons (T-joints, up coupons).
• Assist in shop clean-up and monitor coolant levels.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Machine shop

Blueprint reading

Shop software

Tools

ShopTrak

Netsuite

Job description

At Path Robotics, we’re attacking a trillion dollar opportunity - doing things that have never been done before to support an industry hurting from a lack of skilled labor. Big, hard problems are what Path tackles every day and our people are our greatest asset to get that job done. Our intelligent, hardworking team of people do the impossible every single day, yet remain incredibly kind, humble, and always ready to support one another.

We are looking for a Manufacturing Associate to keep our Machine and fabrication shops, stocked with the raw materials and running smoothly. This is a hands‑on, highly visible role for someone who is proactive, dependable and detail‑oriented, and who notices what needs attention before others do.

What You’ll Do

• Support day to day activities for the Machine shop and fabrication shops.
• Move parts from department to department
• Clean and paint finished parts per print
• Assist in loading and unloading of large fabrications within our welding cells.
• Complete secondary tasks on machined parts.
• Stage raw material with prints to ensure constant work flow
• Fit and tack coupons (T-joints, up coupons)
• Assist in shop clean‑up, monitor coolant levels in all machines.

Who You Are

• Experience in a manufacturing environment, Machine and fab shops
• High standards for and a strong attention to detail
• Reliable, organized and proactive, with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently
• Positive, service‑oriented attitude
• Comfortable working in an active warehouse and office environment
• Nice to have: Ability to run machine shop equipment, welding experience, fork lift operation, overhead crane operation, familiarity with machine shop tooling, Blueprint reading, experience with manufacturing software (Shop trak, Netsuite, etc.).

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Stand, walk and stay on your feet for most of the shift across a large warehouse and office campus
• Regularly lift, carry and move up to 50 lbs (supplies, cases of drinks, furniture and event equipment)
• Bend, kneel, reach overhead and climb step stools or ladders
• Push and pull carts, dollies and furniture
• Work in an active manufacturing environment with noise, welding operations and temperature swings
• Wear required PPE in the warehouse, such as safety glasses and safety‑toe shoes

Who We Are

At Path Robotics we love coming to work to solve interesting and tough challenges but also because our ideas are welcomed and valued. We encourage unique thinking and are dedicated to creating a diverse and inclusive environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Regulatory and Compliance Requirements

This position may support work performed under U.S. Government contracts and requires compliance with applicable federal regulations, including FAR and DFARS where applicable.

The role may involve access to export‑controlled information subject to ITAR and/or EAR.

Candidates must be able to comply with U.S. export control regulations, which may include meeting the definition of a \"U.S. Person\" where required.

This position may also involve handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and requires adherence to company and federal data protection and confidentiality standards. Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check consistent with applicable requirements

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process or any part of the hiring process, please contact [e-mail]. We are committed to providing equal access and will work with qualified individuals to ensure a fair and accessible hiring experience. We will respond to your request within 48 hours.