General Production Worker

Entry-Level Production Worker / Manufacturing Helper - Wildwood, FLWe are hiring Entry-Level Production Workers to join a heavy industrial steel manufacturing operation. This is a great opportunity for someone with industrial or manufacturing experience who wants to develop skills in material handling, overhead crane operation, forklift operation, steel production, and machine assisting.Employees will receive hands-on training and have the opportunity to progress from Checker/Packer Helper to Press Helper as they become familiar with the operation.Job ResponsibilitiesAssist machine and equipment operators throughout the manufacturing processHandle, lift, move, stack, and organize steel pipe and tubingBundle finished pipe and tubing for storage and shipmentTie and untie bundles of steel materialTag and properly identify finished materialPerform visual quality inspections and identify obvious defectsHook and unhook steel material from overhead crane slingsAssist with overhead crane movement of pipe, tubing, and steelAssist with dunnaging finished products for proper storage and transportationWork alongside Press Operators during the steel-forming processHelp position and move steel before and after formingMaintain a clean, organized, and safe work areaFollow all plant safety procedures and production instructionsQualificationsAt least 1 year of verifiable industrial or manufacturing experienceComfortable working in a heavy industrial manufacturing environmentAble to work around and handle steel pipe, tubing, sheet, and plateWilling to learn forklift and overhead crane operationComfortable performing physical, hands-on production workAble to remain on your feet throughout the shiftStrong attention to safety and qualityDependable attendance and punctualityMust be willing to work 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shiftTraining & Career ProgressionWeek 1: Safety & Equipment TrainingPlant and safety orientationHR onboardingUnion introductionForklift trainingOverhead crane trainingPlant procedures and expectationsWeeks 2-3: Checker/Packer Helper TrainingEmployees will learn:Material handlingPipe bundling and dunnagingTagging finished materialVisual quality inspectionStacking and organizing steel pipeSafely hooking material to crane slingsAssisting with overhead crane operationsNext Step: Press HelperOnce trained on the finishing and material-handling side, employees can begin working alongside Press Operators to learn the production process, including forming flat steel sheet or plate into pipe, positioning heavy steel material, and assisting with production equipment.Schedule1st Shift: 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM2nd Shift: 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM3rd Shift: 10:00 PM to 6:00 AMCandidates will initially train on 1st shift before being assigned to a shift based on production needs.First Week Only: Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM, approximately 20 hours.After the first week, employees transition to a standard 40-hour workweek.Work EnvironmentThis is a non-climate-controlled steel manufacturing facility. The plant is covered and has fans throughout the facility, but employees should expect temperatures to vary with the weather. Candidates must be comfortable working around heavy steel materials, industrial machinery, forklifts, and overhead cranes.Why This Opportunity?Entry-level opportunity to grow within steel manufacturingForklift and overhead crane training providedHands-on training with experienced operatorsOpportunity to develop machine operating and material-handling skillsClear progression from Checker/Packer Helper to Press HelperFull-time schedule after initial trainingIdeal candidates will have previous industrial or manufacturing experience, strong attendance, a safety-first mindset, and an interest in learning new equipment and advancing within a heavy manufacturing environment.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wildwood, FL.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $18.36 - $18.36/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Wildwood, FL.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Oct 8, 2026.