Production Helper

Responsibilities: Load raw materials into machines and remove metal. Screen, blend, and pack aluminum powder into 55-gallon drums, Supersacs, or railcars. Operate blending towers and assist with furnace, screen, and blending operations. Move packed materials and perform general housekeeping duties to maintain plant cleanliness. Adhere to strict safety protocols in a manufacturing environment, including working in varied weather conditions.

Essential Skills: General production knowledge. Mechanical aptitude. General labor experience. Comfortable working outdoors.

Additional Skills & Qualifications: Physical stamina to lift 50 lbs and climb 3 flights of stairs multiple times during a shift. Willingness to work 2-12 hour, 24/7 rotating shifts. Ability to operate forklifts, hand tools, power tools, and machines. Basic math and measurement skills.

Why Work Here? Enjoy a $2 differential for weekend work and take advantage of great company benefits and a 401k plan once hired. Experience pay advancement within one year, ensuring your career growth.

Work Environment: Work in an industrial manufacturing setting with potential exposure to year-round outdoor elements. The shift follows a 2-2-3 schedule from 6:45 to 7, rotating days and nights every 28 working days. Small buildings are available for warming up or cooling down as needed.

Job Type & Location: This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Palmerton, PA.

Pay and Benefits: The pay range for this position is $22.50 - $26.10/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Palmerton, PA.Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Oct 15, 2026.