What are the responsibilities and job description for the Shop Assistant position at Houston Centerless Grinding?
Job Summary:
We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Shop Assistant to support the day-to-day operations of our centerless grinding shop. The successful candidate will be responsible for moving heavy metal bars, operating a forklift, constructing wooden storage boxes, and maintaining the overall cleanliness and organization of the shop. This is an entry-level position with opportunities to grow within the company.
Key Responsibilities:
- Material Handling: Safely move and transport heavy metal bars to and from different areas of the shop or load them on/off trucks.
- Forklift Operation: Operate a forklift to load, unload, and move materials, ensuring safe and efficient handling of inventory.
- Wooden Box Construction: Build and assemble sturdy wooden boxes for storing metal bars and other materials. Use tools such as hammers, nail guns, saws, and drills.
- Shop Upkeep: Assist with general housekeeping tasks, including sweeping, organizing tools, maintaining equipment, and ensuring the shop is clean, safe, and orderly.
- Inventory Support: Assist with inventory tracking, including labeling and storing materials properly for easy access.
- Safety Compliance: Follow all safety guidelines and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times while on the job.
- Assist in Machine Shop Operations: Provide support to machine operators and other team members as needed, including delivering materials or tools and aiding in machine set-up.
Qualifications:
- Experience: Previous experience in a machine shop, warehouse, or manufacturing environment is preferred but not required.
- Physical Ability: Must be able to lift heavy materials (up to [specific weight limit]) and perform physically demanding tasks, including bending, lifting, and standing for long periods.
- Basic Carpentry Skills: Experience or willingness to learn how to use basic woodworking tools to build wooden boxes.
- Attention to Detail: Ability to follow instructions, maintain accurate records, and ensure materials are handled and stored properly.
- Safety Awareness: Strong commitment to maintaining a clean, organized, and safe working environment.
- Team Player: Ability to work well with others and take direction from supervisors.
Work Environment:
- Fast-paced, physically demanding machine shop environment.
- Requires standing, lifting, bending, and operating machinery and tools.
- Must be able to work in a non-climate-controlled environment, which may be noisy or dusty at times.
Compensation and Benefits:
- Hourly wage: $12 - $13
- Retirement plan options (401k after 30 days of employment)
- Paid time off (PTO) and holidays.
- Opportunities for advancement and professional development.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $13.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) 4% Match
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Overtime
Supplemental Pay:
- Bonus opportunities
- Overtime pay
Ability to Commute:
- Houston, TX 77023 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Houston, TX 77023: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $12 - $13