Manufacturing Operations Technician (Materials & Assembly)

Worthington Manufacturing • Closter, NJ

14h • $17 - $20 • Onsite

About The Position

Step into a Shift Where Every Move Matters Picture your shift kicking off with a quick safety huddle. You check your forklift, review production orders, and get the line ready. You might build arbors for a machine setup, stage coils or parts for the press or paint line, or jump in on welding and testing. As products move, you do what you do best: keep materials flowing, inspect quality, and help the team hit the day’s targets—safely and efficiently. Compensation & Schedule Pay: $17–$20 per hour 2nd shift: 2:00 PM – 10:30 PM 3rd shift: 10:00 PM – 6:30 AM What You’ll Handle Run a variety of production tasks: assembly, material handling, machine setup (including building arbors), press or paint line operation, welding, testing, and product quality checks. Move, stage, and transport materials and finished goods across the plant or warehouse using forklifts, cranes, pallet jacks, and related tools. Receive, inspect, unload, and store inbound shipments; verify counts and condition; report damage or discrepancies. Support quality control by inspecting output and flagging defects or nonconformances. Keep work areas orderly; perform general housekeeping to maintain a safe workspace. Coordinate with teammates and supervisors to meet daily production goals. Take on additional duties as needed to maintain safe, efficient, and high-quality operations. What You’ll Bring High school diploma or equivalent. 0–6 months of experience in manufacturing, warehousing, or material handling preferred. Ability to operate forklifts, cranes, pallet jacks, and banding tools; required OSHA safety training. Valid forklift and crane license. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform repetitive tasks while standing for extended periods. Basic math, computer, and tape measure reading skills. Strong hand–eye coordination and mechanical aptitude (a plus). Keen attention to detail; able to follow written instructions, production orders, or bills of material. Clear communication and dependable teamwork. Commitment to safety protocols and quality standards. Your Background Helps If You’re Proficient In Material Handler Experience Machine Safety Inspections Manual Machining Skills Experience in a Manufacturing Environment Machines & Technologies You’ll Use Forklifts About Worthington Enterprises Worthington Enterprises is a leading HVAC and sheet metal manufacturer serving contractors, fabricators, and resellers nationwide. We offer a stable environment where safety, teamwork, and quality come first. Production Associates are valued contributors with opportunities to build skills, learn new equipment, and grow within the organization. At Worthington, People are our most important asset . We invest in long-term careers, not short-term labor. En Español Buscamos Asociados de Producción motivados para un entorno dinámico. Pago: $17–$20 por hora. Turnos: 2:00 p. m.–10:30 p. m. y 10:00 p. m.–6:30 a. m. Responsabilidades: ensamblaje, manejo de materiales, configuración de máquinas (incluida la construcción de arboles), operación de prensas o líneas de pintura, soldadura, pruebas, control de calidad, recepción e inspección de envíos, y mantenimiento de áreas de trabajo limpias. Requisitos: diploma de secundaria o equivalente; 0–6 meses de experiencia (preferido); capacitación de seguridad OSHA; licencia de montacargas y grúa; capacidad para levantar hasta 50 lb y trabajar de pie; habilidades básicas de matemáticas, computación y lectura de cinta métrica; atención al detalle, trabajo en equipo y compromiso con la seguridad y la calidad. Ready to Move What Matters? If you’re seeking steady work, consistent hours, and a reliable team, we’d like to hear from you.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 0–6 months of experience in manufacturing, warehousing, or material handling preferred.
• Ability to operate forklifts, cranes, pallet jacks, and banding tools; required OSHA safety training.
• Valid forklift and crane license.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform repetitive tasks while standing for extended periods.
• Basic math, computer, and tape measure reading skills.
• Keen attention to detail; able to follow written instructions, production orders, or bills of material.
• Clear communication and dependable teamwork.
• Commitment to safety protocols and quality standards.

Nice To Haves

• Material Handler Experience
• Machine Safety Inspections
• Manual Machining Skills
• Experience in a Manufacturing Environment
• Strong hand–eye coordination and mechanical aptitude (a plus).

Responsibilities

• Run a variety of production tasks: assembly, material handling, machine setup (including building arbors), press or paint line operation, welding, testing, and product quality checks.
• Move, stage, and transport materials and finished goods across the plant or warehouse using forklifts, cranes, pallet jacks, and related tools.
• Receive, inspect, unload, and store inbound shipments; verify counts and condition; report damage or discrepancies.
• Support quality control by inspecting output and flagging defects or nonconformances.
• Keep work areas orderly; perform general housekeeping to maintain a safe workspace.
• Coordinate with teammates and supervisors to meet daily production goals.
• Take on additional duties as needed to maintain safe, efficient, and high-quality operations.

What This Job Offers

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