Tooling Shop Assistant

Staffmark Group; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Benefits package

401(k) plan

Safe environment

Job summary

Staffmark Group in Riverside, CA is hiring a Tooling Shop Assistant. The position pays $19.25 per hour on 1st shift (6 AM–2:30 PM, Monday–Friday) and involves running machines, assembling parts, and packing goods shipped worldwide.

You will maintain the tool room, pull tools for production orders, and operate forklifts and various hand, electric, and pneumatic tools. Training is provided; a high school diploma is preferred but not required, and 2+ years in tooling or related manufacturing is

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred but not required; training will be provided.
• No prior experience or post‑secondary education required; training will be provided.
• Basic computer skills required for inventory tracking and workplace documentation.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written and verbal instructions.
• 2+ years of experience in tool and die, tooling, manufacturing, plastics molding, maintenance, or machine shop environments.
• Experience operating forklifts is required.
• Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, and pneumatic tools.
• Experience with machining, polishing, fitting, repair, or maintenance work is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Receive, inspect, organize, and maintain tools, molds, dies, gauges, fixtures, and consumable materials within the tool room.
• Pull tools and supplies for production orders while assisting with inventory control and tool tracking activities.
• Assist with cleaning, repairing, assembling, altering, machining, drilling, polishing, fitting, spotting, and benching molds, dies, and tooling components.
• Operate forklifts and safely use hand, electric, and pneumatic tools to support tool room and manufacturing operations.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment while following all company policies, procedures, and safety standards.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Time management

Bilingual Spanish

Reading comprehension

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklifts

Inventory tracking software

Job description

Now hiring for a Tooling Shop Assistant

Location: Riverside, CA

Pay Rate: $19.25 per hour

Schedule: 1st Shift | 6 AM - 2:30 PM | Monday - Friday

Every Product Starts with You.

Join us as a Tooling Shop Assistant in Riverside and be the start of something real. You'll run machines, assemble parts, or pack goods that ship around the world. It's hands‑on work with fair pay and room to grow.

Looking for Tooling Shop Assistant jobs in Riverside where hard work drives every shift? This opportunity lets you help manufacture quality products, support production goals, and contribute to a team that keeps operations running safely and efficiently.

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• No prior experience or post‑secondary education required; training will be provided.
• Basic computer skills required for inventory tracking and workplace documentation.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written and verbal instructions.

Experience Requirements

• 2+ years of previous experience in tool and die, tooling, manufacturing, plastics molding, maintenance, or machine shop environments.
• Experience operating forklifts is required.
• Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, and pneumatic tools.
• Experience with machining, polishing, fitting, repair, or maintenance work is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual Spanish‑speaking skills are a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to multitask, prioritize work, and perform with minimal supervision.
• Self‑motivated with strong time management and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced team environment.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to work in hot, humid, cold, and varying temperature conditions.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb, reach overhead, and perform repetitive movements throughout the shift.
• Regular use of hands and arms to handle tools, equipment, and materials.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in environments with moderate to high noise levels, dust, fumes, and airborne particles.

Job Duties

• Receive, inspect, organize, and maintain tools, molds, dies, gauges, fixtures, and consumable materials within the tool room.
• Pull tools and supplies for production orders while assisting with inventory control and tool tracking activities.
• Assist with cleaning, repairing, assembling, altering, machining, drilling, polishing, fitting, spotting, and benching molds, dies, and tooling components.
• Operate forklifts and safely use hand, electric, and pneumatic tools to support tool room and manufacturing operations.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment while following all company policies, procedures, and safety standards.

Benefits

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind.
• Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future.
• Safety‑Focused Manufacturing Environment with opportunities for advancement and skill development.

"Great shifts and decent pay." - Staffmark Production Associate

The base pay range listed reflects what we reasonably expect to offer for this role. Actual pay may vary based on location, experience, and performance. Depending on the position, benefits may include medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement and savings plans; paid holidays and time off; supplemental insurance; and additional wellness or incentive programs.

About Us

At Staffmark, we connect hardworking people with great companies, creating opportunities that make a lasting impact.

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