What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Shop Laborer position at ACME Saw and Supply?
Overview
Acme Saw & Supply is seeking a dependable, motivated, and mechanically inclined General Shop Laborer to join our team. This position plays an important role in supporting our industrial sharpening, manufacturing, warehouse, and service operations. The ideal candidate enjoys working with their hands, takes pride in producing quality work, and is eager to learn new skills in a fast-paced industrial environment.
Whether you're assisting with saw blade sharpening, preparing customer orders, operating shop equipment, or maintaining a clean and organized facility, you'll be part of a team committed to delivering exceptional products and service. This role is best suited for someone who takes pride in precision, enjoys consistent, process-driven work, and understands that producing quality results often requires patience, focus, and attention to detail. Success in this position comes from maintaining accuracy and consistency while performing repetitive tasks to the highest quality standards.
Responsibilities
- Assist with the sharpening, repair, and manufacturing of industrial saw blades, cutting tools, and related equipment.
- Operate shop equipment and machinery safely after receiving proper training.
- Load, unload, organize, and move materials throughout the shop and warehouse.
- Prepare customer orders for pickup or delivery while ensuring accuracy and quality.
- Inspect tools and products for defects, wear, and quality standards before shipment.
- Use hand tools, power tools, measuring devices, and shop equipment safely and effectively.
- Assist with welding, grinding, cleaning, polishing, and other fabrication tasks as needed.
- Receive, stock, and organize inventory and maintain an orderly warehouse.
- Perform repetitive production tasks while maintaining a high level of accuracy and consistency throughout the workday.
- Maintain productivity while performing detail-oriented work that requires concentration and adherence to established procedures.
- Identify quality issues and ensure finished products meet Acme Saw & Supply's quality standards before moving to the next stage of production.
- Perform routine shop cleanup and help maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment.
- Work closely with shop personnel, drivers, and customer service staff to ensure timely completion of customer orders.
- Follow all company safety policies and OSHA regulations.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support daily operations.
Qualifications
- Previous manufacturing, warehouse, machine shop, fabrication, mechanical, or industrial experience is preferred but not required.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn specialized equipment and processes.
- Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, grinders, and measuring equipment.
- Forklift experience is preferred but not required.
- Ability to read basic work orders, measurements, and instructions.
- Ability to remain focused and maintain accuracy while performing repetitive tasks.
- Excellent attention to detail with a commitment to producing consistent, high-quality work.
- Patience, dependability, and the ability to follow established procedures with minimal supervision.
- Strong work ethic and willingness to perform production work that requires precision and consistency throughout the day.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
- Reliable attendance and punctuality.
- Valid California driver's license is a plus.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to frequently lift up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and perform repetitive tasks throughout the workday.
- Comfortable working around machinery, metal products, and industrial equipment.
- Ability to work in varying shop temperatures while following all required safety procedures.
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay based on experience
- Paid on-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid vacation
- Paid sick leave
- Holiday pay
- Company-provided safety equipment
- Stable, full-time employment
About Acme Saw & Supply
At Acme Saw & Supply, we take pride in delivering quality craftsmanship and outstanding customer service. We are looking for dependable individuals who value consistency, precision, and teamwork, and who are interested in building a long-term career with a company that has served the industry for decades.
Acme Saw & Supply is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to maintaining a safe, respectful, and professional workplace for all employees.
Pay: From $18.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18