Manufacturing Associate - 2nd Shift

Triple Cities Metal Finishing•Binghamton, NY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Triple Cities Metal Finishing is seeking a motivated Manufacturing Associate for its Paint & Powder Coat Department. The role supports quality, safety, and productivity by preparing, racking, inspecting, handling, and shipping metal parts and components. The associate uses the Steelhead ERP system to record production information and process outgoing orders, while following job specifications, coating guidelines, customer requirements, and company safety standards. The position is on the second shift, Monday through Thursday, from 2:30 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. Pay is $16.50–$18.00 per hour depending on candidate experience, with an additional $1.00-per-hour second-shift differential. Triple Cities Metal Finishing provides surface finishing services to a range of industries and operates a 125,000-square-foot facility. The company reports ISO 9001:2015, AS9100D, and NADCAP certifications and has been in business since 1945.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
Ability to multitask while maintaining accuracy and quality standards.
Basic math and computer literacy.
Ability to navigate ERP software and use 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.

Responsibilities

Load, hang, rack, and un-rack metal parts and components onto 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 proper 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.
Process orders for shipment in the ERP system and verify completed part counts against production paperwork.
Package finished orders to protect coated surfaces and prepare shipping documentation.
Identify defects in painted and powder-coated parts, including runs, sags, light coverage, or contamination.
Verify finished products against work instructions, coating guidelines, and customer requirements.
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 personal protective equipment, including gloves, safety glasses, and respirators or masks where required.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in accordance 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
On-site free fountain soda machine