What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Worker position at PM Research Inc?
This Is Not Just a General Labor Job
PM Research is seeking mechanically inclined, detail-driven individuals who want to build high-quality American-made products and develop real manufacturing skills.
If you’re looking for repetitive, low-responsibility work where quality doesn’t matter, this is not the role for you.
If you take pride in craftsmanship, want to learn multiple manufacturing processes, and value accountability, keep reading.
What You’ll Do
Production Workers at PM Research are hands-on manufacturers, not button-pushers. Employees are cross-trained and evaluated based on quality, reliability, safety, and mechanical aptitude.
Depending on skills and performance, responsibilities may include:
- Precision assembly, finishing, and packaging of manufactured products
- Operating grinders, saws, presses, air tools, and production fixtures
- Supporting foundry, air production, model, sporting goods, and machining operations
- Performing in-process and final inspections using calipers, micrometers, and gauges
- Reading and following work instructions, drawings, and quality requirements
- Maintaining clean, organized, and safe work areas
- Supporting CNC operations for employees demonstrating aptitude and advancement
- *** Autobody painting experience a plus!
This is a physically active, detail-focused, quality-critical role.
Who Succeeds Here
This role is a strong fit if you:
- Have strong mechanical aptitude and enjoy working with tools and processes
- Take pride in doing work right the first time
- Can maintain focus on quality and consistency
- Are reliable, punctual, and accountable
- Want to learn multiple manufacturing disciplines, not just one task
- Are coachable, respectful, and team-oriented
Many of our CNC Operators and advanced manufacturing employees started in this role.
Who Will Not Be a Fit
This role is not a fit if you:
- Avoid responsibility or quality checks
- Dislike physical work or standing most of the day
- Want minimal responsibility or learning
- Struggle with attention to detail or following instructions
We are direct because quality matters here.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn
- Ability to read instructions, drawings, and measurements
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- Basic math skills (measurement, counts, weights)
- Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment
- Reliable attendance is an essential function of the role
Manufacturing experience is helpful but not required — mindset matters more than resumes.
Compensation, Profit Sharing & Benefits
PM Research rewards performance, quality, and long-term contribution. In addition to hourly pay, we offer:
- Profit Sharing Program
- Employer-funded SEP IRA retirement contributions (company contributions only)
- Performance-based annual bonuses
- Christmas bonuses
- Performance-based annual raises
PM Research also provides access to the following insurance plans through payroll contribution:
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Life Insurance
Insurance premiums are employee-paid. PM Research facilitates access to these plans but does not subsidize the cost.
Additional benefits include:
- Paid time off
- Employee discounts
- On-the-job training and advancement opportunities
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.50 - $18.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Wellsville, NY 14895 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17 - $19