Temporary General Laborer/Shop Helper

American Flowform; Billerica (MA); In loco; USD 15.000 - 18.000; Tempo pieno

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Applied Aerospace and Defense in Billerica, MA is seeking a dependable Temporary General Laborer/Shop Helper to support our CNC machining operations. This role is essential in keeping the shop organized, handling raw materials, processing finished parts, and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate reliable attendance and a strong work ethic to help our team achieve key production milestones during the contract period.

Competenze

• Must read, write and communicate effectively in English to follow safety protocols and read work instructions.

Mansioni

• Assist with handling, loading and unloading of raw materials.
• Process and prepare finished parts for shipping or further operations.
• Support CNC machining operations with general labor assistance.
• Ensure compliance with facility safety policies and procedures.
• Report safety hazards or issues to supervisors promptly.
• Maintain attendance to help meet production goals.
• Clean chips from CNC enclosures, manage coolant bins, and sweep designated paths.
• Assist with basic manual saw operations as needed.

Conoscenze

English communication

Attendance reliability

Safety compliance

Physical stamina

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Position:Temporary General Laborer/Shop Helper

Location: Billerica, MA

Job Id:297

# of Openings:1

Temporary General Laborer/Shop Helper

Hours: 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM

Position Overview

We are seeking a dependable Temporary General Laborer/Shop Helper to support our CNC machining operations. This role is essential in maintaining an organized and efficient shop floor, handling raw materials, processing finished parts, and ensuring compliance with facility safety standards. The ideal candidate will demonstrate reliable attendance and a strong work ethic to help our team achieve key production milestones throughout the contract period.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the handling, loading, and unloading of raw materials.
• Process and prepare finished parts for shipping or further operations.
• Support CNC machining operations by providing general labor assistance as needed.
• Ensure compliance with all facility safety policies and procedures.
• Report any safety hazards or operational issues to supervisors promptly.
• Contribute to meeting production goals by maintaining consistent and reliable attendance.
• Safely clean out metal shavings (chips) from CNC enclosures, empty coolant bins, and sweep designation paths
• Safely load and unload raw materials, transport work-in-progress inventory across departments, and assist with basic manual saw operations.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write, and communicate effectively in English to follow detailed safety protocols, read manufacturing routers, and understand technical work instructions.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen due to the nature of the work, compliance with federal contracts, and exposure to ITAR/EAR-regulated technical data.
• Exceptional attendance history and the ability to consistently work 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM, with the willingness to work additional hours based on business needs.
• Ability to stand for the entire 8-hour shift and frequently lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs.
• Must own and wear safety-toed work boots. Safety glasses and hearing protection will be provided.
• Must be able to pass a standard pre-employment criminal background check and drug screen.
• No prior CNC experience required; hands-on training will be provided on the job. Prior experience in a warehouse, construction, or manufacturing environment is a plus.

Work Enviornment

The job operates in a manufacturing atmosphere. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those any employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to:

• Vibration, or works near moving mechanical parts and high, precarious and congested places
• Occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock
• Work on or near moving mechanical parts
• Exposed to prolonged risk of loud to moderate noise throughout the day. Hearing protection is recommended in all areas of the shop and is provided by the Company

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by and employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to:

• Walk; sit; stand; bend; lift; reach with hands and arms; stoop; kneel; crouch; crawl; use hands to fingers; handle or feel objects; and move continually during working hours
• Lift over 50 pounds, along with over the head lifting
• Vision abilities, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust and focus
• Able to work flexible hours - including over-time, and weekends to meet customer demands

Personal Protective Equipment required to perform the essential functions of this job

• ANSI rated metatarsal shoes
• Safety glasses

Disclaimers

The job description is:

• Intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and behaviors of employees in this job.
• Not an employment agreement or contract. Applied Aerospace and Defense has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.
• Intended to describe the essential functions of the position that a qualified individual must be able to perform, either with or without reasonable accommodation.

Applied Aerospace and Defense will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to applicant's race, color, religion, sex, gender, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other status protected by federal or state law. The company will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process if so requested.