Production Technician

Laborup; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Direct hire

Overtime available

Job summary

Laborup is hiring for multiple full-time production support roles at our Mascot, TN facility. Openings include material handling, assembly, inspection, cleaning, and finishing, with 1st and 2nd shifts and regular overtime. Pay ranges from $20 to $22 per hour, with weekly pay and direct-hire employment.

We offer cross-training and room to advance within production and technical areas. Positions are direct-hire, with immediate interviews and onboarding.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing or industrial settings.
• Comfortable with repetitive production tasks.
• Able to read and follow written work instructions.
• Basic math and measurement skills.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Disassemble large components using presses and hand tools.
• Clean components prior to inspection.
• Inspect surfaces for wear, damage, or reuse.
• Measure parts with gauges and calipers.
• Classify parts as reusable or scrap.
• Operate industrial washers and blast cabinets safely.
• Handle materials and move heavy components.
• Perform routine cleaning and basic maintenance.

Skills

Industrial experience

Repetitive work

Reading instructions

Basic math

Lifting 50 lb

Job description

Overview

We’re hiring across the shop at our industrial metal component facility in Mascot, TN, with full-time openings in material handling, assembly, component breakdown, cleaning and finishing, quality control, inspection, and other production support roles.

Opportunities are available on both 1st and 2nd shift, with regular overtime available for those who want additional hours.

Pay varies based on the specific role, department, experience, and shift. We can walk you through the available positions, schedules, and compensation once we connect by phone.

This is a stable, growing operation with direct-hire opportunities, cross-training, and room to advance into multiple production and technical roles.

We’re interviewing immediately, with final hiring decisions expected next week.

Why Join Us

• Direct Hire: Full-time employee from your first day.


• Cross Training: Learn multiple production and inspection departments.


• Stable Schedule: Consistent manufacturing work with regular overtime available.

Compensation

• Base Pay: $20 - $22 / hr


• Overtime: Available weekly


• Weekly Pay


• Full-time Direct Hire Position

Hiring on 1st and 2nd Shift

• 1st Shift: Monday-Friday | 5:00 AM - 1:30 PM


• 2nd Shift: Monday-Friday | 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM

Responsibilities

• Disassemble Parts: Break down large industrial components using presses and hand tools.


• Clean Components: Wash and shot blast parts before inspection begins.


• Inspect Surfaces: Identify wear, damage, cracks, and reusable components.


• Measure Parts: Verify dimensions using gauges and precision measuring tools.


• Classify Components: Sort reusable and scrap parts according to standards.


• Operate Equipment: Run industrial washers, blast cabinets, and support equipment safely.


• Handle Materials: Lift, move, and stage heavy metal components throughout production.


• Maintain Equipment: Perform routine cleaning and basic preventative maintenance tasks.

Qualifications

Required

• Manufacturing or industrial work experience


• Comfortable performing repetitive production work


• Able to use basic hand tools


• Able to read written work instructions


• Basic math and measurement skills


• Able to lift up to 50 pounds


• Able to stand throughout the workday

Preferred

• Mechanical disassembly experience


• Industrial washing or shot blasting experience


• Visual inspection experience


• Precision measurement experience


• Quality inspection background


• Lean manufacturing exposure


• Bearing or heavy industrial component experience