SZ: Forge Helper -2nd Shift

Volt; South Gate (CA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

Sick time

Paid leave

Job summary

Volt is hiring a Forge Helper in South Gate, CA to support forge operators, furnace operations, die preparation, and general production activities in a loud, physical manufacturing setting.

We seek mechanically inclined candidates eager to learn forging processes, committed to safety, and able to stand for long shifts. This is a full-time, temp-to-hire role with overtime and weekend availability.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience in manufacturing, forging, foundry, or machine operation preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules and procedures.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Basic math skills and ability to follow procedures.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn forging operations.

Responsibilities

• Support forge operators and hammer crews during forging operations.
• Read and understand shop travelers, operating procedures, and work instructions.
• Sweep, clean, and prepare dies for production.
• Operate furnace controls and maintain equipment safely.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Follow all safety procedures and work instructions.

Skills

High School Diploma

Manufacturing experience

Reading safety rules

Verbal communication

Basic math

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Let your career thrive with Volt

Volt is immediately hiring for Forge Helper in South Gate, CA.

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated and safety-focused Forge Helper to join a manufacturing team in South Gate, CA. In this role, you will assist forge operators and crew members in the fabrication of forged products by supporting furnace operations, die preparation, equipment setup, material handling, and general production activities. The ideal candidate will be mechanically inclined, eager to learn forging processes, and comfortable working in a physically demanding industrial environment. This is a full-time/Temp-to-Hire opportunity.

Key Responsibilities

• Support press and hammer crews during forging operations.
• Learn the roles and responsibilities of forge crew members and assist as directed.
• Read and understand shop travelers, operating procedures, production reports, and work instructions.
• Sweep and clean dies during production operations.
• Operate furnace controls, including doors, hearths, and furnace cars.
• Clean, lubricate, and prepare dies for production.
• Perform scale blower duties and assist with die and trimmer setup.
• Develop knowledge of forging materials, forging practices, and safe equipment operation.
• Operate floor manipulators following established safety procedures and training requirements.
• Set up and utilize impression stamps.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Clean machinery, tools, and production equipment.
• Follow all company safety procedures, policies, and work instructions.
• Perform additional routine production and support duties as assigned.

Qualifications & Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous manufacturing, production, forging, foundry, machine operation, or industrial experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to complete routine reports and documentation.
• Strong verbal communication skills and ability to work effectively with supervisors and team members.
• Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, ratios, percentages, and measurements.
• Ability to follow written, verbal, and diagram-based instructions.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in standardized production environments.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn forging operations.
• Commitment to workplace safety and quality standards.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift.
• Frequent use of hands for handling tools, materials, and equipment.
• Frequent reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling.
• Occasional climbing and balancing.
• Ability to regularly lift and move up to 35 pounds.
• Ability to work in a loud manufacturing environment.
• Comfortable working around moving mechanical equipment.
• Ability to work in environments with airborne particles, vibration, and occasional exposure to extreme heat.
• Must have excellent visual abilities, including close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and color recognition.

Work Environment

• Manufacturing and forging facility environment.
• Frequent exposure to moving mechanical machinery and equipment.
• Regular exposure to vibration and airborne particles.
• Occasional exposure to elevated temperatures and heat.
• Noise levels are typically loud, requiring appropriate PPE and adherence to safety practices.

Pay Rate: $19.50-$20.48/hour

Shift: 1st and 2nd available. Must be willing to work overtime and weekends if needed.

Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.

Benefits

• health
• dental
• vision
• term life
• short term disability
• AD&D
• 401(k)
• Sick time
• and other types of paid leaves (as required by law)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Volt is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Volt is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national origin, citizenship, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the statutes, rules, and regulations in the locations where it operates. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please email [e-mail] or call [phone]. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed.

Volt does not discriminate against applicants based on citizenship status, immigration status, or national origin, in accordance with 8 U.S.C. § 1324b. The company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner that complies with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.