Manufacturing Associate - 2nd Shift

Triple Cities Metal Finishing•City of Binghamton, NY
•$17 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

Triple Cities Metal Finishing is seeking a Manufacturing Associate for its Paint & Powder Coat Department. The role supports quality, safety, and productivity by preparing and racking metal parts, handling materials and shipments with a forklift, inspecting coated finishes, and processing outgoing orders in the company’s Steelhead ERP system. The position also involves packaging completed orders, maintaining production records, and keeping the work area and equipment clean and safe. The scheduled second shift runs Monday through Thursday, 2:30 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.

Requirements

  • Ability to multitask while maintaining accuracy and quality standards.
  • Basic math and computer literacy, including the ability to navigate ERP software and basic shipping tools.
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to identify defects or operational issues and recommend solutions.
  • Ability to stand for extended periods on the shop floor.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.
  • Ability to bend, stoop, push, pull, reach, and perform repetitive physical motions associated with racking parts.

Nice To Haves

  • High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Load, hang, rack, and un-rack metal parts and components on specialized racks, hooks, and conveyors according to job specifications.
  • Inspect incoming parts for surface defects, oils, or residue before painting or coating, and inspect finished parts for coverage and quality.
  • Assist with masking, plugging, and surface preparation according to customer specifications.
  • Use the Steelhead ERP system to log time segments, update job statuses, and maintain accurate production data.
  • Ship orders in the ERP system and verify completed part counts against production paperwork.
  • Package finished orders to protect coated surfaces and prepare shipping documentation.
  • Inspect painted and powder-coated parts for defects, including runs, sags, light coverage, or contamination.
  • Verify finished products against work instructions, coating guidelines, and customer requirements.
  • Safely operate an industrial forklift to transport raw parts, coated components, and heavy racks throughout the department and staging areas.
  • Load and unload freight, stage materials for production lines, and move finished goods to the shipping dock.
  • Wear appropriate PPE, including gloves, safety glasses, and respirators or masks where required.
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in compliance with company safety standards.
  • Perform equipment maintenance, booth cleaning, and housekeeping as directed.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Benefits

  • Paid holidays
  • Paid vacation and sick time
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Health Savings Account (HSA)
  • Company-paid life insurance
  • Voluntary insurance benefits, including disability, accident, cancer, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and life insurance
  • Free on-site fountain soda machine
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