1st Shift - Production Worker

Grand Rapids, MI 49509

Posted: 04/20/2026 Industry: Other Job Number: 47541 Pay Rate: $18.00/hr

Job Description

Production Associate Metal Fabrication

Pay: $18 per hour
Shift: 1st Shift | Monday Friday | 6:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m.

Job Summary

We are seeking a dependable Production Associate to join a metal fabricating company. This role supports production operations by assembling metal components, following blueprints and work instructions, and ensuring all products meet quality and safety standards. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, mechanically inclined, and able to work efficiently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

  • Review work orders, assembly instructions, blueprints, and parts lists to prepare for production.

  • Gather required materials, tools, and components prior to assembly.

  • Position and align metal parts and subassemblies using fixtures, templates, and measurement tools.

  • Assemble metal components by fastening, securing, and verifying proper fit.

  • Assemble aluminum products of various sizes and weights according to customer specifications.

  • Measure and inspect completed products to ensure they meet quality and dimensional requirements.

  • Identify and communicate production or quality issues to supervisors or team leads.

  • Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment in accordance with company policies.

  • Meet productivity, quality, and safety goals.

  • Accurately complete production, quality, and inspection documentation.

  • Use hand tools and demonstrate basic shop math skills.

  • Assist in other production areas as needed.

  • Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications

  • Ability to perform essential job duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and work instructions.

  • Ability to stand for the full duration of the shift.

  • Strong attention to detail and quality.

  • Effective verbal and written communication skills.

  • Willingness to work overtime as scheduled and approved by the supervisor.

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