General Labor

Steel Craft • Town of Hartford, WI

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The General Laborer supports finishing, fabrication, and stamping operations through hands-on work including material handling, surface preparation, packaging, basic machine operation, and visual inspection. This entry-level position helps maintain production flow and quality standards while keeping the work area clean and safe.

The role assists with handling raw materials and finished products; preparing, sanding, polishing, grinding, and buffing parts; supporting paint-line activities; packaging and labeling products; and inspecting finished work. Fabrication tasks include operating conveyor systems and machinery, separating and deburring metal parts, sorting and stacking components, assisting with spot welding, and recording production information. Stamping tasks include supporting press operation, assembly, material handling, inspection, rework, and accurate production records. Work is performed under the guidance of a lead or mentor where specified.

The employee may be cross-trained, provide support across departments, and perform other duties as assigned. The work takes place in a manufacturing environment with regular exposure to loud noise, dust, metal debris, and changes in ambient temperature. Appropriate personal protective equipment is required.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience or training.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods.
• Comfort working in a physically demanding, fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to work collaboratively in a team-oriented setting.
• Availability to work assigned shifts, including overtime and weekends as needed.
• Commitment to following safety and quality policies and procedures.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in manufacturing, warehousing, or metal fabrication.
• Familiarity with hand tools, power tools, and basic machinery.
• Experience operating material-handling equipment such as pallet jacks, hoists, or cranes.
• Experience using heavy-duty mount clamps, torque tools, rubber grommets, and hydraulic units.
• Comfort using ergonomic lifting equipment, including hoists.
• Experience operating cranes to move large, heavy parts.
• Basic computer skills for logging job information or using production systems.
• Knowledge of standard safety practices in industrial or manufacturing environments.
• Forklift certification or willingness to obtain certification.

Responsibilities

• Handle, load, and unload raw metal materials and finished goods.
• Assist with surface preparation, including sanding, polishing, grinding, and buffing.
• Support paint-line work by masking and de-masking parts, bagging parts, and hanging parts for painting under a line lead's guidance.
• Package, label, and prepare products for shipment according to job specifications.
• Prepare parts and equipment for painting and coating processes.
• Visually inspect products during hanging, packing, and finishing; identify and report defects.
• Track part quantities against work orders and documentation.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, conveyor systems, and fabrication machinery safely.
• Remove sheet metal parts from skeleton sheets, separate nested parts, deburr edges, and sort, count, match, and stack parts.
• Use overhead cranes and hoists to lift and transport sheet metal components.
• Operate small spot weld machines under supervision, perform basic setup checks, and inspect weld appearance and quality.
• Record production data and complete job paperwork using computer systems.
• Assist with stamping press operation under the supervision of a lead or mentor.
• Support assembly by following blueprints, technical drawings, or work instructions.
• Manage materials through stamping, including lifting, stacking, deburring, and packing.
• Record production data and labor hours, and label and place stamped parts in designated containers.
• Perform basic rework and auxiliary operations to maintain production quality.
• Assist with inspections using templates, samples, or fixed gauges under guidance.
• Participate in cross-training and provide support across departments as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area; follow safety protocols, company policies, and standard operating procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet business needs.

What This Job Offers

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