General Labor/Parts Cleaner

Screen Machine Industries LLC • Pataskala, OH

20h • $41,000 - $45,000

About The Position

The Parts Cleaner cleans, prepares, inspects, and stages manufactured components and parts to meet quality and production standards. The role supports manufacturing operations by removing oil, grease, debris, metal shavings, and other contaminants before parts are assembled, coated, painted, packaged, or shipped. The position also provides material-handling and general manufacturing support, maintains its work area according to 5S principles, and completes production and quality documentation.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous manufacturing, production, warehouse, or industrial cleaning experience preferred.
• Ability to read and understand work instructions and safety procedures.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing quality standards.
• Ability to use hand tools and cleaning equipment safely.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to meet production goals and deadlines.
• Knowledge of workplace safety practices.
• Basic math and measurement skills.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.
• Previous manufacturing, production, warehouse, or industrial cleaning experience.

Responsibilities

• Clean manufactured parts using solvents, pressure washers, grinders, wire brushes, and hammer-and-chisel methods.
• Remove dirt, grease, oils, rust inhibitors, metal chips, and other contaminants from parts and components.
• Inspect parts for cleanliness, damage, defects, or non-conformance to quality standards.
• Operate and maintain parts-washing equipment according to established procedures.
• Prepare parts for assembly, coating, painting, packaging, or shipment.
• Follow work instructions, quality requirements, and production schedules.
• Handle cleaning chemicals safely and dispose of waste materials according to company procedures and environmental regulations.
• Maintain the work area following 5S principles.
• Assist production teams with material handling and general manufacturing support as needed.
• Complete production and quality documentation accurately and on time.
• Follow company safety policies, procedures, and personal protective equipment requirements.

Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance policies.
• 401(k) options with up to 4% company match.
• $20,000 employee life insurance policy paid for by Screen Machine.
• Prorated first-year PTO after completion of a 90-day probationary period.
• Graduated PTO schedule based on seniority at the 1-, 5-, and 10-year anniversaries.
• Supplemental long- and short-term disability policies available for purchase.
• Employee discount on purchased tools and items.
• Reduced-cost company-branded uniforms.
• Voluntary life insurance for the employee, spouse, and children, with guaranteed issue.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED