Overview
We are currently seeking a dependable and motivated Shop Helper to join our manufacturing team in Houston, TX. This position supports daily production operations by assisting machine operators, welders, and fabricators while maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
Responsibilities
- Assist machine operators, welders, and fabricators with daily production tasks.
- Load, unload, and move raw materials and finished products throughout the shop.
- Operate hand tools, power tools, grinders, and other basic shop equipment safely.
- Deburr, grind, sand, and clean fabricated metal parts.
- Help prepare materials for cutting, forming, welding, and assembly.
- Maintain a clean and organized work area by sweeping, removing scrap materials, and organizing tools.
- Assist with packaging, labeling, and preparing completed orders for shipment.
- Follow all company safety policies and quality standards.
- Perform other shop duties as assigned by supervisors.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Previous manufacturing, warehouse, fabrication, or shop experience is a plus but not required.
- Ability to safely use basic hand and power tools.
- Ability to read a tape measure is preferred.
- Strong work ethic, reliability, and willingness to learn.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Forklift experience is a plus.