Manufacturing Helper

Now hiring for a Manufacturing Helper

Location: New Iberia, LA

Pay Rate: $15.00 per hour

Schedule: Monday – Friday | 7AM – 5PM

Smart Hands Wanted Because Production Work Isn’t Just Muscle.

This Manufacturing Helper job in New Iberia is for people who pay attention to detail. You’ll inspect, assemble, and pack products with care. We know we can count on you to achieve high-quality standards and maintain production goals every shift.

Seeking a dependable and hardworking Shop Helper to assist with daily shop operations involving wire rope, rigging supplies, and industrial lifting products.

If your skills and experience are a good match for this role please apply today. This opportunity is based on a Production Associate career path and is being offered by Staffmark to qualified candidates.

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to read a tape measure accurately and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Basic math and measurement skills required.
• Willingness to complete required safety and equipment training.

Experience Requirements

• Previous shop helper, warehouse, manufacturing, or industrial experience preferred.
• Mechanical aptitude and the ability to safely use basic hand tools.
• Experience with material handling, loading and unloading trucks, or inventory organization is a plus.
• Familiarity with wire rope, rigging equipment, slings, shackles, hooks, or industrial products is beneficial but not required.
• Forklift experience is a plus.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift.
• Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, and twisting.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials, tools, and equipment safely.
• Capable of repetitive hand and arm movements while handling wire rope and rigging materials.
• Comfortable working in a shop environment with industrial noise, varying temperatures, and heavy materials.
• Must be able to wear required PPE, including safety glasses, gloves, and steel-toe footwear.

Job Duties

• Assist shop personnel with preparing wire rope, rigging supplies, and industrial lifting products.
• Measure, cut, organize, and stage materials according to customer specifications.
• Load and unload incoming and outgoing materials using approved handling methods.
• Pull, package, label, and prepare customer orders for shipment or pickup.
• Organize inventory and maintain clean, safe, and efficient work areas.
• Assist experienced team members with assembling and preparing rigging products when trained and authorized.
• Inspect incoming materials for damage or discrepancies and report concerns to supervisors.
• Use hand tools, measuring equipment, carts, dollies, and other approved material-handling equipment.
• Follow all safety policies, procedures, and PPE requirements while supporting daily shop operations.

Benefits

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life Insurance and Disability Insurance for added peace of mind.
• Optional 401(k) Plan to help you prepare for the future.
• Safety-Focused Manufacturing Environment with opportunities for advancement and skill development.

“Great shifts and decent pay.” – Staffmark Production Associate

What You Will Do

As a Manufacturing Helper you will support daily manufacturing operations by assembling products, operating production equipment, inspecting finished goods, packaging materials, maintaining production standards, and following established work instructions. You will help keep production areas clean and organized, monitor product quality, meet production goals, and contribute to safe, efficient manufacturing operations.

• Assist shop personnel with preparing wire rope, rigging supplies, and related materials, Load and unload incoming and outgoing materials using approved handling methods, Move and organize wire rope coils, reels, slings, shackles, hooks, and other rigging components, Assist with measuring and preparing wire rope according to customer specifications, Support experienced shop employees with cutting, assembling, and preparing rigging products when trained and authorized, Organize materials and supplies in designated shop and storage areas, Assist with receiving and inspecting incoming shipments for damage or discrepancies, Pull and stage materials for customer orders, Package, label, and prepare finished products for shipment or customer pickup, Use basic hand tools and measuring equipment to complete assigned tasks, Assist with moving materials using carts, dollies, and other approved handling equipment, Maintain clean and organized workstations, Remove scrap materials and dispose of waste in designated areas, Report damaged materials and unsafe conditions to supervisors, Follow all shop safety procedures and PPE requirements, Perform additional shop and material-handling duties as assigned

The Manufacturing Helper supports manufacturing operations by performing production tasks that help create quality finished products. This role requires attention to detail, strong work habits, and the ability to work effectively as part of a production team.

A successful Manufacturing Helper understands production procedures, quality expectations, and workplace safety while maintaining productivity throughout daily operations. Dependable performance contributes directly to manufacturing success.

This career offers rewarding opportunities for individuals who enjoy manufacturing and production work.