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1th Jul 2026
Production
Production Worker – 2nd & 3rd Shift (Union Career Opportunity)

TOPS Staffing is hiring a Production Laborer for a manufacturing company located in McKees Rocks, PA. This is a great union career opportunity with room for growth, excellent benefits, and stable long-term employment.

Shift & Schedule:
-Afternoon shift: 2:30 PM – 11:00 PM
-Night shift: 10:30 PM – 7:00 AM
-Monday through Friday, with potential weekend work as needed (not often)

Pay: 
$20.00/hr during training / contract period with TOPS (2 months)
$25.00+hr after training period, upon hire-in with client, plus union benefits, company pension, 401k and more!

Job Overview:
Join a dynamic production team supporting multiple roles in a fast-paced facility. Your day-to-day will include operating semi-automated lines, assisting with packaging and quality checks, and supporting transfer and storage of materials. No two days are alike, offering variety and the chance to learn different facets of manufacturing. Once trained, you’ll transition into a union role with competitive benefits and job stability.

Key Responsibilities

  • Monitor and operate semi-automated production lines to ensure smooth operation
  • Load and unload materials, bottles, drums, and packaging supplies
  • Clear jams and perform minor adjustments on equipment
  • Collect samples for quality testing and handle basic quality assurance tasks
  • Assist with transferring materials, connecting hoses, and monitoring storage tank levels
  • Support packaging, boxing, and wrapping finished products

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Prior experience in manufacturing or industrial environments preferred
  • Knowledge of packaging, processing, and machine operation
  • Ability to operate a forklift (training provided if needed)
  • Basic math skills for counting, measuring, and calculating
  • Valid driver’s license (must be obtained within the first month if not already held)

Physical & Work Environment

  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and lift up to 45 pounds regularly
  • Comfortable working on off-shift hours (2nd or 3rd shift long-term)
  • Work involves elevated heights (tank inspections) and exposure to moving equipment
  • Routine work includes handling hoses, monitoring pumps, and performing manual tasks in a busy plant setting


If you’re looking for a stable, long-term career with room to grow, this is your chance. Apply today through TOPS Staffing—interviews are being scheduled now!

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McKees Rocks, Pennsylvania, United States
1th Jul 2026
laborer
Burn Table
Assembly
Painting
material handling
Tank Tester / Laborer - $25hr

TOPS Staffing is hiring a Tank Tester / Laborer for a fabrication shop located in Cheswick, PA.

Shift & Schedule:
Afternoon shift, Mon-Fri, 3pm to 11:30pm 

Pay:
Starting at $24.96 per hour + shift differential for afternoon shift 

Training Requirement:
This position will require an initial training period on daylight shift (6:30am to 3:00pm) could  be as short as 2 weeks but could be up to one month duration. 

Job Overview:
Join a dynamic team as a Tank Tester / Laborer, where you'll play a key role in quality assurance and supporting various divisions of our fabrication shop. This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in tank testing, assembly, and general labor tasks, all while working in a fast-paced environment that values a proactive attitude and willingness to learn.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Perform visual quality inspections on finished boilers and tanks
  • Help with hydro testing, pressurizing tanks, and monitoring for leaks
  • Assist in material handling, loading/unloading trucks, and warehouse tasks
  • Support assembly, painting, and other shop operations as needed
  • Operate forklifts and overhead cranes (experience preferred)
  • Help with mixing materials like cement, grout, or drywall mud as required

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Prior experience with material handling or machine operation preferred
  • Overhead crane and forklift experience are a plus
  • Ability to work in confined spaces and in various positions (bending, crawling, kneeling, climbing)
  • Comfortable working in a non-tempered environment

Physical & Work Environment:

  • Prolonged standing and physical activity required
  • Work involves confined spaces within large tanks and general shop movement
  • Must be okay working in an un-tempered building setting
  • Flexibility to perform diverse tasks across different shop divisions

If you're a motivated individual with a "can-do" attitude and an interest in learning a variety of skills, this is your chance to get your foot in the door and grow into a more specialized role with increased pay. Take the first step and apply now to be part of our team!

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Cheswick, Pennsylvania, United States
30th Jun 2026
Proxy Legal
Litigation Legal Assistant

Proxy Legal Staffing & Search Group has partnered with a national firm to find a litigation legal assistant! *This is an in-person position*

Responsibilities

  • Provide administrative and legal support to one or more litigation attorneys.
  • Prepare, edit, proofread, and format pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, subpoenas, correspondence, and other legal documents.
  • File documents electronically with state and federal courts.
  • Maintain attorney calendars, including hearings, depositions, mediations, trials, and filing deadlines.
  • Coordinate depositions, court reporters, expert witnesses, and other litigation-related meetings.
  • Draft routine correspondence and legal documents from attorney notes and templates.
  • Organize and maintain electronic and physical case files.
  • Assist with discovery, including document collection, production, and organization.
  • Review and summarize medical records, business records, and other case-related documents as needed.
  • Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, vendors, and experts in a professional manner.
  • Prepare trial notebooks, exhibit binders, witness files, and other materials for hearings and trial.
  • Monitor deadlines and ensure timely completion of all litigation tasks.
  • Process attorney expense reports, invoices, and other administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Minimum of 5 years of litigation legal assistant experience preferred.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Outlook, Excel, and Adobe Acrobat.
  • Experience with electronic court filing systems in state and/or federal courts.
  • Strong understanding of litigation procedures and court rules.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Exceptional attention to detail and organizational abilities.
  • Ability to prioritize multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  • Professional demeanor and commitment to maintaining confidentiality.
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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
30th Jun 2026
TOPS Staffing
Saw/Grinder Operator

Position: Saw / Grinder Operator 
Pay: $19.50hr
Schedule: Monday - Friday  (7:00 AM  - 3:30 PM)
Location: Leetsdale, PA
Type: Contract position--There is a chance this position will convert to Full-time, but not guaranteed. 


Position Summary:

We are seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Saw / Grinder Operator to join a growing manufacturing team in the Leetsdale area. This role is responsible for accurately cutting raw materials to specification, grinding and finishing components, supporting material movement throughout the facility, and ensuring products meet quality standards before advancing to the next stage of production. The ideal candidate will have experience working in a manufacturing environment, reading basic drawings, and operating saws, grinders, and other shop equipment safely and efficiently.

Responsibilities:

  • Operate band saws to cut material according to work orders and drawings.
  • Grind, deburr, and finish metal components to required specifications.
  • Inspect parts for quality and dimensional accuracy.
  • Operate secondary equipment such as grinders, sanders, and drill presses.
  • Move raw materials and finished products throughout the facility.
  • Perform basic machine maintenance and daily equipment checks.
  • Record production information in the ERP system.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
  • Assist with other production duties as needed.

Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • Manufacturing, machine shop, fabrication, or metalworking experience preferred.
  • Ability to read basic drawings and use measuring tools.
  • Forklift experience is a plus or willingness to obtain certification.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
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Leetsdale, Pennsylvania, United States
30th Jun 2026
Parts Washer: M-F (6am-2:30pm)

Direct Hire Opportunity! Full-time employee from day 1!

Position: Parts Washer
Pay: $18.95hr—Raise every 3 months—Schedule and raise amount below
Schedule: Monday—Friday (6am—2:30pm)
Location: Leetsdale, PA 


We are seeking a reliable Parts Washer to support manufacturing operations by loading, unloading, operating, and maintaining an automatic parts washer. This position is responsible for ensuring parts are properly cleaned, transferred between departments as needed, and accurately recorded in SAP.

The ideal candidate is dependable, safety-conscious, comfortable working in a manufacturing environment, and willing to cross-train on multiple tasks within the department.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Load, unload, operate, and perform daily maintenance on an automatic parts washer.
  • Operate a manual spray washer as a backup cleaning method when needed.
  • Transfer materials between shop departments as required.
  • Cross-train on different tasks within the department to support production needs.
  • Enter confirmed operation figures and production activity into SAP.
  • Follow all safety procedures and maintain a clean, organized work area.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Previous experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
  • Fluid power industry experience is a plus.
  • Must be comfortable working around machinery and production equipment.
  • Forklift certification required, including the ability to operate a forklift and Raymond upright equipment.

Skills and Abilities:

  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
  • Dependable attendance and willingness to support department needs.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Basic computer skills and ability to enter information into SAP.
  • Ability to safely move materials throughout the shop.
Raise Schedule: 
  • Starting: $18.95
  • 3 months: $19.45
  • 6 months: $20.00
  • 9 months: $20.55
  • 12 months: $21.15

Working Environment:

This position is performed in a manufacturing environment. The employee will frequently work around moving mechanical parts and may occasionally be exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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Leetsdale, Pennsylvania, United States
29th Jun 2026
Blueprint
Electrical technician
Wiring
Electrical
Schematic
TOPS Staffing
Panel Wiring Shop Lead

Lead for Control Panel Wiring Division
Bridgeville, PA (Pittsburgh Area)
Up to $30+hour based on experience
Schedule: Monday–Friday 
Hours: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

TOPS Staffing is partnering with a growing company in the Bridgeville area that is launching a new division and seeking an experienced Control Panel Wireman to join their team. This is an opportunity to get in early with a company that is growing and recently added a panel wiring division to it shop.  
What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Hands on working lead/ division supervisor role
  • Perform point-to-point wiring using electrical prints and schematics
  • Oversee a small team of wiring technicians 2-3 employees
  • Help train and develop any new hires
  • Manage work flow of division, prioritize jobs based on delivery dates
  • Build and assemble electrical control panels and cabinets
  • Install components, wiring harnesses, and power wiring
  • Fabricate enclosures (drilling, cutting, mounting components)
  • Use hand and power tools to complete assigned work
  • Ensure all work meets quality and productivity standards
  • Work independently while contributing to a growing team
What We’re Looking For:
  • Prior experience with control panel or cabinet wiring
  • Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and diagrams
  • Knowledge of wire color codes, wire sizing, and electrical standards (including creep and strike distances)
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently
  • Ability to measure accurately and follow torque specifications
  • Interest in taking on additional responsibility as the team grows
Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Associate degree in Electrical Technology or related field preferred
  • 3–5 years of relevant experience in a similar role
Physical Requirements:
  • Ability to stand for extended periods
  • Good manual dexterity
  • Ability to lift up to 45 lbs occasionally
Why This Opportunity:
  • Daylight shift with no weekends
  • Competitive pay based on experience
  • Opportunity to join a newly formed division and take on a leadership role
  • Potential for future advancement opportunities as the division and team grow. 

Immediate need to hire. Apply today!

 
 
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Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, United States
29th Jun 2026
Technician
HVAC System Installers

TOPS Staffing has partnered with a reputable local heating and cooling contractor to hire multiple HVAC Technicians for their growing field installation team. This is a fantastic opportunity to begin or build your career in the HVAC trade, with on-the-job training and advancement potential.

All work takes place in newly constructed residential homes, partnering with some of the Pittsburgh area’s top home builders. Candidates with mechanical aptitude, prior construction experience, or a desire to learn a skilled trade are encouraged to apply.

Job Details:
Hours: 7:00 am to 3:30 pm
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday
Pay rate: Up to $20per hour BOE potentially higher for well qualified/ experienced candidates 
Progression: Accelerated progression plan, where raises are earned based on ability, quality of work and reliability.  Ability to earn several raises within your first 3 to 6 months with the company.   Potential to become a crew lead in as short as 1 year of employment, based on your performance. 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Install residential HVAC systems and components in new construction homes
  • Assist in the setup and assembly of ductwork, air handlers, and other system elements
  • Read and follow basic blueprints or layout drawings with guidance
  • Use hand and power tools including drills, saws, tin snips, and tape measures
  • Work safely on multi-story residential structures (must be comfortable with heights)
  • Follow job site protocols and work as part of a team to meet installation timelines
Requirements:
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn
  • Ability to accurately use a tape measure and basic tools
  • Comfortable working outdoors and on job sites in various conditions
  • Reliable transportation to/from job sites – Ability to transport your tools and a step ladder (will fit in an average car, does not require a truck)
  • Must be physically able to lift, bend, climb, and carry as required by the job
  • Prior experience in construction, carpentry, electrical, or plumbing is a plus
  • HVAC or technical school education is preferred but not required
Benefits (Upon Direct Hire by Client):
  • Full Health and Life Insurance
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • 2 Weeks Paid Vacation after 1 Year
  • Accelerated raises based on reliability, ability and performance. 
  • Ongoing Trade Training and Career Development
  • Car allowance for crew leadership positions
  • All trade specific tools provided by employer.

 

Apply Today – Start Your Career in the Trades!


If your looking to join an organization that recognizes hard workers and values your skills and abilities and offers raises and other fringe benefits as a reward.  We encourage you to apply today and check this great opportunity out for yourself.

 

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Sewickley, Pennsylvania, United States
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