Manufacturing Laborer

Manufacturing Laborer

This role involves performing a variety of general labor tasks in a metal manufacturing environment, supporting welders, machine operators, and metal fabrication workers by preparing parts, handling materials, and using hand and power tools safely and accurately.

Responsibilities

• Prepare metal parts and components for welders, machine operators, and metal fabrication workers according to specifications.
• Assist with material handling, including loading and unloading materials, parts, and finished products.
• Use hand tools and power tools safely and effectively to support metal fabrication and production activities.
• Measure materials accurately using a tape measure to ensure correct dimensions and quality.
• Support general manufacturing production tasks as needed to maintain workflow and meet production goals.
• Follow safety procedures and guidelines while working with metal materials, tools, and equipment.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area to support efficient and safe operations.
• Collaborate with team members and respond to direction from supervisors to complete daily assignments.

Essential Skills

• Ability to perform general labor tasks in a manufacturing or metal fabrication environment.
• Ability to use a tape measure accurately for measuring materials and parts.
• Proficiency with basic hand tools used in metal fabrication and manufacturing.
• Proficiency with basic power tools used in metal fabrication and manufacturing.
• Experience with material handling, including loading and unloading materials and products.
• Comfort working in a production environment with metal fabrication processes.
• Ability to follow instructions and work safely around tools, equipment, and materials.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Any education related to the manufacturing industry is a bonus.
• Any certifications related to the manufacturing industry are a bonus.
• Overhead crane experience is a bonus.
• Previous experience in metal fabrication or manufacturing production is beneficial.

Why Work Here?

You will join a workplace that values continuous improvement and rewards performance through regular pay reviews at 30 days, 90 days, and annually. You receive weekly pay for consistent and predictable earnings, along with an annual steel toe boot voucher to support your safety and comfort on the job. The environment emphasizes stability, practical support for employees, and opportunities to grow your skills in manufacturing.

Work Environment

This position is based in a non-climate-controlled metal manufacturing facility. You will work around metal fabrication processes, material handling equipment, and hand and power tools. The role requires comfort working in varying temperatures and industrial conditions. Appropriate safety gear is required, including steel toe boots, which are supported by an annual voucher.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Springfield, MO.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $20.00/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 Type

This is a fully onsite position in Springfield, MO.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 16, 2026.