Production Technician - 2nd Shift at Laborup in Knoxville, TN

Overview

We’re hiring Production Technicians for industrial metal component facility.

You’ll disassemble heavy components using hydraulic presses and hand tools, clean them with industrial washers and shot blasting equipment, then inspect each part to determine whether it can be remanufactured or should be replaced. Depending on the department, you’ll also measure components, examine surfaces under magnification, make minor part corrections, and classify parts for the next stage of the process.

This is active, hands-on manufacturing work that combines physical labor with mechanical inspection. The company continues to grow, offers stable year-round employment, and promotes from within through cross-training into multiple production, inspection, and technical roles.

Why Join Us

• Direct Hire: Full-time employee from your first day.
• Cross Training: Learn multiple production and inspection departments.
• Stable Schedule: Consistent manufacturing work with regular overtime available.

Compensation

• Base Pay: $20.50 - $23 / hr (depending on role and shift)
• Overtime: Available weekly
• Weekly Pay
• Full-time Direct Hire Position

Hiring on 2nd Shift

• 2nd Shift: Monday-Friday | 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM
• Limited openings do exist on 1st shift

Responsibilities

• Disassemble Parts: Break down large industrial components using presses and hand tools.
• Clean Components: Wash and shot blast parts before inspection begins.
• Inspect Surfaces: Identify wear, damage, cracks, and reusable components.
• Measure Parts: Verify dimensions using gauges and precision measuring tools.
• Classify Components: Sort reusable and scrap parts according to standards.
• Operate Equipment: Run industrial washers, blast cabinets, and support equipment safely.
• Handle Materials: Lift, move, and stage heavy metal components throughout production.
• Maintain Equipment: Perform routine cleaning and basic preventative maintenance tasks.

Qualifications

Required

• Manufacturing or industrial work experience
• Comfortable performing repetitive production work
• Able to use basic hand tools
• Able to read written work instructions
• Basic math and measurement skills
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Able to stand throughout the workday

Preferred

• Mechanical disassembly experience
• Industrial washing or shot blasting experience
• Visual inspection experience
• Precision measurement experience
• Quality inspection background
• Lean manufacturing exposure
• Bearing or heavy industrial component experience