Shop Laborer/Helper/Grinder

JGM

Sinking Spring (Berks County)

On-site

USD 28,000 - 32,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay (Starting at $-

401(k) + company match

Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance

PTO & Holidays

Life Insurance

Short/Long Term Disability

Referral Program

Training and Further Education

Snack & drink allowance

Boot allowance

Prescriptions safety glasses program

Lunch provided

Job summary

JGM is seeking several Shop Laborer / Helper to support daily fabrication shop operations in the Sinking Spring area. You will assist with material handling, sandblasting, surface finishing, and general shop support in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

The role provides exposure to welding, fabrication, and equipment operation, with a path from labor to skilled trades. This position runs Monday–Friday, 5:00 AM–3:30 PM, with overtime after 40 hours.

Qualifications

Strong work ethic and willingness to work in a physically demanding environment.
Interest in learning a skilled trade (welding, fabrication, fitting, or equipment operation).
Ability to follow directions and work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

Assist with material handling using overhead cranes, forklifts, and other equipment.
Support surface preparation, including heavy grinding, and sandblasting steel components for coating and finishing.
Prepare and finish steel surfaces and operate abrasive blasting equipment to remove rust, scale, and old coatings.

Skills

Material handling

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Physical stamina

Job description

Position Overview

JGM is seeking several Shop Laborer / Helper who will play a hands-on role supporting daily fabrication shop operations. This position plays a key role in material movement, surface preparation (including sandblasting), and general shop support.

This position is ideal for individuals looking to transition into a skilled trade career. Whether you are coming from another industry or looking to build a long-term path in construction and manufacturing, this role provides exposure to welding, fitting, fabrication, and equipment operation within a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

At JGM, many of our skilled craftsmen came from roles as farm workers, general laborers, landscapers and started roles just like this- learning the business from the ground up.

Company Overview

JGM is a national, self-perform industrial contractor and structural steel fabricator - built to take on the fast-track, high-complexity projects other companies turn away. Founded in 2001 and still family-led today, JGM operates AISC- and ASME-certified fabrication shops in Coatesville and Sinking Spring, PA, plus a national Construction Services team performing erection, rigging, hauling, and industrial construction for Fortune 500 clients across power generation, pharmaceutical, mining, steel and metals, infrastructure, and manufacturing.

We don't subcontract our workforce - we build it, direct-hire, from the shop floor to the field to the front office. Safety comes first in every role at JGM, not just on the job site - because taking care of our people is something we'll never compromise on. Paired with real apprenticeship and leadership programs behind every role, JGM offers more than a job: it's a career with a company where family is our foundation and whatever it takes is how we get it done.

What You'll Do

Assist with material handling using overhead cranes, forklifts, and other equipment
Support surface preparation, including heavy grinding, and sandblasting steel components for coating and finishing
Prepare and finish steel surfaces. You will operate abrasive blasting equipment to remove rust, scale, and old coatings, ensuring surfaces meet specifications
Clean and prepare materials for fabrication, welding, and painting
Maintain shop organization, including staging materials and keeping work areas clean and safe
Assist skilled trades (welders, fitters, operators) with daily tasks and setup
Learn to read basic drawings and understand material flow in a fabrication environment
Follow all safety procedures and PPE requirements in a heavy industrial setting
Support loading/unloading of trucks and movement of structural steel

What We're Looking For

Strong work ethic and willingness to work in a physically demanding environment
Someone who is not afraid to do the grinding and prepping of material as a main part of their role.
Interest in learning a skilled trade (welding, fabrication, fitting, or equipment operation)
Ability to follow directions and work as part of a team
Reliable attendance and commitment to early start times
Comfortable working in a shop environment (dust, noise, heavy materials)

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday
Hours: 5:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Overtime on hours worked after 40.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

Ability to lift and/or move up to 100 pounds safely
Stand, walk, reach, bend, and use hands for extended periods
Work in an industrial shop environment with exposure to noise, dust, fumes, and vibration
Required use of PPE, including respirators, gloves, eye protection, hearing protection, and steel-toe footwear
Ability to safely operate equipment and machinery when properly trained

JGM Offers a Competitive Wage And Benefits Package

Benefits and Perks

Competitive hourly pay (Starting at $20-$23 depending on related experience)
401(k) + company match up to 3.5%
Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance
PTO (Paid Time Off) & Holidays
$15,000 Company Paid Life Insurance Policy with the opportunity to purchase Additional Life Insurance
Short/Long Term Disability
Generous Referral Program
Training and Further Education

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