Factory Worker / General Laborer

Laborup • Rogersville, TN

3d • $17 - $18

About The Position

Factory Workers / General Laborers are hired directly by a large, established manufacturing facility. The role involves physical, hands-on, fast-paced work assembling, handling, inspecting, processing, and packaging manufactured products. Workers use tools and equipment, handle materials, and perform repetitive production tasks requiring consistency, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic.

The company promotes employees from within. As skills develop, workers can cross-train and pursue advancement into more technical production positions involving forklift operation, industrial machinery, equipment setup and calibration, automated production systems, and lead work. This is a full-time, direct-hire position, not temporary or contract work. Compensation is $17 per hour for day shift and $18 per hour for night shift, with built-in overtime through rotating schedules.

Day shifts are 12 hours on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule. Night shifts are 12 hours on a rotating 4-on / 4-off schedule. Openings are available on both shifts.

Requirements

• Ability to perform physically demanding, hands-on work throughout a 12-hour shift.
• Comfort with standing, bending, reaching, lifting, and repeatedly moving materials.
• Ability to stay focused and maintain a consistent pace while performing repetitive tasks.
• Comfort using basic hand tools, power tools, and production equipment.
• Willingness to learn new skills, follow instructions, and take on additional responsibilities.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety, quality, and teamwork.
• Reliable attendance, punctuality, and a strong work ethic.

Nice To Haves

• Previous manufacturing, general labor, construction, warehouse, or other hands-on experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform repetitive manufacturing tasks, including assembling, handling, processing, and preparing products throughout the production cycle.
• Use basic hand tools, power tools, and production equipment to complete assigned tasks accurately and efficiently.
• Inspect manufactured components and finished products for defects, damage, and other quality concerns.
• Label, wrap, package, stack, and prepare finished products for the next production stage or shipment.
• Lift, carry, load, unload, and move materials and products throughout the manufacturing area.
• Learn additional production processes, equipment, and workstations as skills develop.

Benefits

• Benefits
• Paid time off
• Opportunities for raises
• Overtime pay
• Opportunities for advancement into more advanced production roles

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed