Part Washer

Manpower; Altavista (VA); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

Supplemental Life Insurance

Short Term Disability Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Manpower in Altavista, VA is seeking a Part Washer to operate washers and plating lines, load parts, and monitor quality throughout the shift. The role offers hands-on training on the first shift before moving to the second shift, with emphasis on precision, cleanliness, and safety.

The position requires standing on cement floors, lifting up to 35 lbs, and ability to work with limited supervision. Medical and other standard benefits are provided as part of the role.

Qualifications

• Experience in machine operation or related industrial work.
• Ability to operate multiple machines simultaneously and inspect parts while machines are running.
• Ability to stand and be on a cement floor for the entire shift.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs. and maneuver heavier weights with assistance.
• Ability to work without direct supervision and take full responsibility for assigned functions.

Responsibilities

• Operate washers, tumblers, plating lines, and related scales/sorters to achieve required quality production.
• Load parts into the plating tank using a chain hoist and follow written procedures for each step of the process.
• Continuously monitor the process to ensure quality output and remove defective work from the line.
• Make minor machine adjustments as needed to maintain proper operation and production quality.
• Perform quality checks, including gauging and visual inspection, while maintaining a clean work area.

Skills

Machine operation

Industrial inspection

Quality checks

Job description

Job Title: Part Washer

Location: Altavista, VA

Pay Range: $14/hr

Shift: 2nd Shift (3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.) train on first for a few weeks

What's the Job?

• Operate washers, tumblers, plating lines, and related scales/sorters to achieve required quality production.
• Load parts into the plating tank using a chain hoist and follow written procedures for each step of the process.
• Continuously monitor the process to ensure good work is being produced and remove defective work from the line.
• Make minor machine adjustments as needed to maintain proper operation and production quality.
• Perform quality checks, including gauging and visual inspection, while maintaining a clean work area.

What's Needed?

• At least 1 year of experience in machine operation, industrial inspection, or related industrial work.
• Ability to operate multiple machines simultaneously and inspect parts while machines are running.
• Ability to stand and be on a cement floor for the entire shift.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs. and maneuver heavier weights with assistance.
• Ability to work without direct supervision and take full responsibility for assigned functions.

What's in it for me?

• Training on 1st shift for approximately 2 weeks before transferring to 2nd shift.
• Clear, procedure-driven work where quality and consistency matter.
• A role where your attention to detail directly impacts production outcomes.
• Opportunity to build confidence operating industrial equipment and performing quality checks.
• A team-focused environment with defined responsibilities and expectations.

Benefits

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)