Production Helper

MICA Steelworks; Haltom City (TX); On-site; USD 19,889 - 28,326; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Dental insurance

Job summary

MICA Steelworks in Haltom City, TX is seeking a full-time Production Helper to assist in the fabrication of structural metal products. The role involves maintaining performance standards, assisting in fitting and welding, and following safety instructions.

Applicants should have a high school diploma and preferably 3-6 months of experience in a manufacturing environment. Strong communication skills and forklift certification are preferred. The position offers a pay starting at $17.50 per hour with various benefits including health insurance and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• 3-6 months experience in a manufacturing plant or warehouse.
• Ability to follow instructions and directions.
• Ability to maintain good attendance and punctuality.

Responsibilities

• Assist in fabrication of metal products.
• Maintain performance standards to meet production and quality expectations.
• Lift and position workpieces for fitting and welding.

Skills

Knowledge of electric and pneumatic hand tools

Ability to read and interpret safety and operating instructions

Ability to work in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment

Effective communication in English

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift certification

Overhead crane operation

Job description

Job Summary

The Production Helper is responsible for assisting workers engaged in the fabrication of structural or metal products by performing several support duties and tasks.

Experience

High School Diploma or equivalent; required. 3-6 months experience. Experience in a manufacturing plant or warehouse; experience in steel industry and/or galvanizing is a plus. Ability to be forklift and overhead crane certified and operate a forklift and overhead crane; may not operate until certified.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of electric and pneumatic hand tools
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment
• Ability to effectively communicate in English – both reading and writing
• Ability to maintain good attendance and punctuality
• Ability to work required overtime, as required
• Ability to follow instructions and the Leadsman’s directions

Responsibilities

• Maintain performance standards and meet production and quality expectations.
• Lift, position, and remove workpieces from machines to assist in fitting and welding.
• Load, stack, and transport stock, tools, dies, and work in process by hand or truck.
• Cleans and scrapes metal being prepared to and from the fabricating, welding, painting, or shipping areas; clean work area, machines, tools, and equipment.
• Pickup scraps from work areas; load and unload trucks.
• Grind burrs from holes on various parts; grind sharp corners from material.
• Assist fellow employees as directed; perform other duties as assigned.

Current Shifts

Monday - Friday, 5:00 AM - 3:30 PM with Saturday as needed.

Working Conditions

• Maximum shop exposure
• Exposure to extreme temperatures
• No travel required

Physical Demands

This position requires long hours of standing, squatting, bending, kneeling, reaching, twisting, being near moving equipment, and exposure to changes of temperature or humidity, including dust, fumes, or gases.

Job Type

Full‑time

Pay

From $17.50 per hour. Expected hours: 40 – 55 per week.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Shift Options

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift

People with a criminal record

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply.

Application Questions

• Do you have experience using or working with die grinders, manual hand grinders, magnetic drills, hand power impact drills, and tap wrenches?
• If not all the tools above, which ones in particular do you have experience with?
• Are you able to work the hours established (3 PM – 2:30 AM) and weekends as needed?
• Are you able to work at the pay range of $17/hr.?

Education

High school or equivalent (Preferred).

Experience (Preferred)

Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred).

Shift Availability

First Shift.

Relocation

Haltom City, TX 76117: Relocate before starting work (Required).

Work Location

In person.