General Shop Assistant

Manufacturing Technician - Cleveland, OH - JOB 26-00369

Pay Rate: $18.00/HR Full-Time Permanent Position with Benefits
1st

Shift: 8:00 AM – 4:40 PM (Monday – Friday)

Seeking a dependable, detail-oriented Manufacturing Technician / Circular Blade Operator for a premier manufacturing firm located on the West Side of Cleveland, OH. This entry-to-mid-level role is ideal for individuals with a strong mechanical aptitude who want hands-on experience in machine setup, component preparation, and specialized technical production. You will receive comprehensive, on-the-job training to master our proprietary process for producing and reconditioning industrial circular cutting blades.

Responsibilities

• Prepare metal machinery frames for finishing and painting by deburring, degreasing, and cleaning parts.
• Support daily machine shop operations by safely cutting metal and production materials to exact lengths using industrial saws.
• Drill and tap holes accurately according to blueprints, technical drawings, or supervisor layouts.
• Assist experienced operators with machine tools, including metal lathes, milling machines, band saws, and drill presses.
• Perform basic machine setups, take precise measurements, and complete routine quality checks under direct supervision.
• Assemble and fit components properly; palletize, secure, and plastic-wrap completed machinery for safe freight shipment.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace; follow all safety protocols and utilize required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

• High School Diploma or GED is required. Technical school, trade school, or machine shop training is highly preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with the baseline ability to read and interpret simple technical drawings, blueprints, or written layouts.
• Prior experience using basic hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment (preferred, but we will train the right candidate).
• High reliability, strong communication skills, and the ability to follow instructions precisely.
• Ability to stand for the duration of an 8-hour shift and safely lift up to 50 lbs.

• Starting at $18.00/hour with steady, predictable 1st-shift hours.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans.
• Paid Time Off and Vacation Time accrued based on length of employment.
• Company-sponsored profit-sharing retirement plan.
• Hands-on training, skill development, and long-term advancement opportunities