What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Associate position at Verstela?
Interested in a position at one of the top-ranked manufacturing companies in the Portland area? If you have at least 6 months of manufacturing experience or experience in a similar heavy industrial or production environment then this Manufacturing Associate role could be a great fit for you!
A leading global manufacturing company is hiring Manufacturing Associates to support the production of precision metal parts used in a wide range of critical industries. From aerospace and medical to energy and industrial applications, you’ll be part of a fast-paced production environment where quality, strength, and precision matter every step of the way.
Whether you’re looking to advance your manufacturing experience or step into the aerospace industry, this role offers strong training, steady work, and a clear path for skill development.
Manufacturing Associate Job Duties:
- Remove excess material, heat-treatment residue, and debris from metal engine parts using power tools and industrial finishing equipment
- Rack, load, and unload parts for cleaning and processing through automated production systems
- Operate sandblasting equipment to clean, smooth, and prepare metal components for the next stage of production
- Inspect parts for surface defects and perform basic touch-ups or rework to meet quality standards
- Follow detailed work instructions while maintaining safety, quality, and production expectations
Pay: $25.69 per hour
Schedule:
- Training is Day or Swing Shift: Monday-Friday
- After training, must be open to work on day, swing, or graveyard - per business need
Manufacturing Associate Job Requirements:
- Minimum of 1 year manufacturing experience
- Comfortable performing physically demanding work and lifting items weighing up to 50 lbs
- Forklift experience required
- Comfortable wearing PPE: respirator, steel-toed boots, safety glasses, and hearing protection
Benefits offered by Verstela to temporary employees:
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Virtual Care
- Life, Critical illness, Accident, Long and Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Identity Theft Protection
- 401(K) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
- Commuter Benefits
Location: Milwaukie (not accessible by public transit)
Interested in this Manufacturing Associate role? Apply today!
Salary : $26