Position: CNC Programmer 
Pay Rate: $35.00hr+ based on prior experience 
Shift: Steady dayshift M-F
Summer Months (June-August) 4x10 schedule (M-Th)
Rest of year is a standard 5x8 schedule (M-F)
Location: Wheeling, WV

We are seeking an experienced CNC Programmer to join a well-established, family-owned industrial manufacturing company with a strong reputation for precision machining, engineering support, equipment rebuilds, and custom component manufacturing. This is a hands-on programming role supporting a machine shop environment that produces complex parts and assemblies for heavy industrial customers.

The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, technically strong, and comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where each job may bring different requirements. This person should be confident programming from prints, 3D models, and customer drawings while working closely with machinists, engineers, and shop leadership to ensure programs are accurate, efficient, and production-ready. The role requires someone who can troubleshoot during setup, communicate effectively on the shop floor, and help improve machining processes across the operation.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop CNC programs for new and rework parts, including 3-axis through 5-axis machining applications
• Use CAM software to create accurate, efficient programs based on engineering prints, 3D models, and customer drawings
• Optimize tool paths, feeds, speeds, and tooling selection to improve cycle time, part quality, and surface finish
• Collaborate with machinists during first-piece setup, program proofing, troubleshooting, and process adjustments
• Review drawings and specifications to ensure programs meet dimensional, tolerance, and quality requirements
• Support programming for custom, low-volume, repair, rebuild, and production machining work
• Maintain CNC program libraries, tooling documentation, post-processors, and related setup information
• Assist with continuous improvement of CNC programming standards, machining processes, and shop efficiency
• Communicate effectively with machining, engineering, quality, and production teams to keep jobs moving accurately and on schedule

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of CNC programming experience in a job-shop, custom machining, repair/rebuild, or production manufacturing environment
• Proficiency with Mastercam, Gibbs, or comparable CAM software
• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, 3D models, and customer specifications
• Working knowledge of GD&T and tight-tolerance machining requirements
• Experience programming CNC mills, lathes, boring mills, or multi-axis machining centers
• 5-axis programming experience preferred
• Strong understanding of tooling, feeds, speeds, workholding, and machining best practices
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple jobs in progress
• Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to work directly with machinists on the shop floor

Preferred Background:

• Experience in heavy industrial, steel, mill equipment, pump, gearbox, foundry, repair/rebuild, or custom component manufacturing
• Background supporting large-part machining, complex assemblies, or reverse-engineered components
• Experience improving existing programs for better cycle time, quality, and repeatability

 

Plumbing Technician (Shop-Based role)

Direct Hire | Daylight Shift | Monday–Friday

TOPS Staffing is hiring an Industrial Plumbing Technician for a well-established manufacturer of custom industrial heating and process equipment. This is a shop-based position where you'll assemble and install piping systems on large industrial equipment before it is shipped to customers.

If you enjoy building systems from the ground up and prefer working in a clean manufacturing environment instead of traveling to job sites, this is an excellent long-term opportunity.

Schedule & Pay

• Direct Hire
• Monday–Friday
• Daylight Shift: 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM
• Pay: $25.60

Position Overview

As an Industrial Plumbing Technician, you'll install and assemble piping, valves, fittings, and related components onto custom-built industrial equipment. You'll work from blueprints and assembly drawings to ensure each system is built to customer specifications before final testing and shipment.

This is 100% shop work—no residential service calls or travel required.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and install industrial piping systems on custom-built equipment
• Thread, cut, bend, and fit black iron, stainless steel, copper, and other piping materials
• Install valves, pumps, fittings, gauges, and related mechanical components
• Read and interpret blueprints, piping layouts, and assembly drawings
• Pressure test completed systems and inspect for leaks
• Use hand tools, power tools, pipe threaders, and other plumbing equipment
• Maintain a clean and organized work area while following all safety procedures
• Work closely with mechanical assembly and production teams to complete projects on schedule

Qualifications

• Previous plumbing or industrial pipefitting experience required
• Experience threading and installing various types of piping systems
• Ability to read tape measures and basic mechanical drawings
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail
• Comfortable using common plumbing and fabrication tools
• Reliable attendance and a positive team-oriented attitude

Why Apply?

• Direct hire opportunity
• Stable Monday–Friday daylight schedule
• All work performed indoors at one location
• No overnight travel or field service work
• Modern manufacturing environment
• Opportunity to build custom industrial equipment and expand your skills
• Long-term career opportunity with a growing manufacturer

TOPS Staffing is actively interviewing qualified candidates. If you're an experienced plumber looking for a steady shop-based position with excellent long-term potential, apply today!

Shop Welder (MIG / Stick)
Direct Hire | Union Shop | 2nd Shift (3pm to 11:30pm)

TOPS Staffing is partnering with a well-established manufacturing company to hire experienced Shop Welders for a direct hire opportunity. We're currently hiring 2nd Shift Welders to support continued growth within the fabrication department.
This is an excellent opportunity for welders looking for steady, long-term employment with a union manufacturer that offers excellent benefits, consistent hours, and opportunities to expand their skills.
Schedule & Pay

• 2nd Shift: Monday-Friday
• Hours: 3:00 PM - 11:30 PM
• Starting Pay: $26.00/hour
• Candidates will complete an initial training period on daylight shift before moving to their permanent 2nd shift schedule.

What You'll Do

• Perform MIG and Stick welding on a variety of fabricated steel components
• Read and interpret blueprints, weld symbols, and fabrication drawings
• Prepare materials by fitting, grinding, and cleaning weld joints
• Inspect completed welds to ensure quality standards are met
• Maintain a clean and safe work area
• Complete production documentation as required
• Train on Submerged Arc Welding (SAW) as needed (experience is a plus but not required)

Qualifications

• Previous MIG and Stick welding experience required
• Ability to pass a weld test at time of interview
• Ability to read blueprints and welding symbols
• Experience in a manufacturing or fabrication shop environment preferred
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work
• Reliable attendance and a strong safety mindset
• SAW welding experience is a plus, but we are willing to train the right candidate

Why Join This Company?

• Direct hire from day one
• Union facility with excellent benefits
• Consistent Monday-Friday schedule
• No travel required
• Long-term career stability
• Opportunities for skill development and wage progression

If you're an experienced shop welder looking for a stable career with competitive pay and room to grow, apply today through TOPS Staffing.

Maintenance Technician
Direct Hire - Entry to Mid-Level - Manufacturing Environment

TOPS Staffing is hiring a Maintenance Technician for a growing manufacturing company seeking someone with a solid mechanical and electrical maintenance background.

This is an excellent opportunity for a technician with at least a couple years of industrial maintenance experience who enjoys troubleshooting equipment and keeping production running. The primary focus of this role is responding to production equipment breakdowns, with preventive maintenance performed during scheduled downtime.
If you're looking to continue building your maintenance career with a company that values teamwork, safety, and reliability, we'd like to hear from you.

Daylight shift - Offering a flexible starting time 
Pay: Up to $25hr based on experience and skill level 
Schedule - Monday to Friday - occasional weekend work could be required 

Position Overview
As a Maintenance Technician, you'll work closely with production to diagnose equipment issues, restore machinery to operation, and help maintain the reliability of manufacturing equipment throughout the facility.

Key Responsibilities
Troubleshoot and repair production equipment to minimize downtime
Perform preventative maintenance on manufacturing equipment
Diagnose and repair electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems
Maintain equipment such as automated production machinery, cutting tables, industrial washers, ovens, conveyors, and related equipment
Inspect equipment and identify potential mechanical or electrical issues before failures occur
Complete maintenance work orders and PM documentation
Communicate equipment issues and repair status with production leadership
Assist with equipment installations, adjustments, and continuous improvement projects
Help maintain a safe, clean, and organized maintenance department
Follow all company safety procedures and PPE requirements

Qualifications
Minimum of 1 year of industrial maintenance experience – or associates degree in related field
Experience troubleshooting production or manufacturing equipment
Working knowledge of:

• Electrical systems and controls
• Mechanical equipment
• Hydraulic systems
• Pneumatic systems

Ability to diagnose equipment failures and perform repairs independently
Experience performing preventative maintenance
Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
Manufacturing maintenance experience preferred
High School Diploma or GED required; technical training is a plus

Physical Requirements
Stand, walk, bend, kneel, and climb throughout the shift
Lift up to 50 pounds as needed
Work safely around operating manufacturing equipment

Why Apply?
Direct hire opportunity
Stable manufacturing environment
Daylight shift opportunity offering a flexible starting time
Opportunity to continue developing your electrical and mechanical maintenance skills
Long-term career growth with an established employer

If you're an entry- to mid-level Maintenance Technician looking to take the next step in your career, apply today through TOPS Staffing!
 

Control Panel Wiring Technician
Daylight Shift | $20.00-$27.00/Hour

TOPS Staffing is hiring Control Panel Wiring Technicians for a growing manufacturer in the Bridgeville, PA area.  We are seeking both experienced control panel builders and entry-level electrical graduates looking to start a career in industrial controls.

Open Positions
Senior Wiring Technicians (2 Openings)

• $24.00-$27.00/hour
• 2+ years of control panel wiring experience preferred
• Associate degree is a plus but not required

Junior Wiring Technicians (2 Openings)

• $20.00-$23.00/hour
• Associate degree in Electrical Technology with limited or no work experience encouraged to apply
• Candidates without an associates degree but 1 to 2 years of panel wiring experience in a manufacturing setting encouraged to apply

Schedule

• Monday-Friday
• 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Responsibilities

• Build and wire industrial control panels from electrical schematics
• Perform point-to-point wiring
• Install electrical components including relays, breakers, terminal blocks, and control devices
• Route and terminate wiring
• Drill, cut, and modify panel enclosures as needed
• Use hand and power tools to complete panel assembly
• Verify wiring accuracy and ensure quality standards are met

Qualifications

• Ability to read electrical schematics and wiring diagrams
• Knowledge of wire color codes and electrical assembly practices
• Strong attention to detail and mechanical aptitude
• Ability to work independently and produce quality work

Why Apply?

• Stable Monday-Friday daylight schedule
• Clean manufacturing environment
• Growing company with long-term career opportunities
• Excellent opportunity for both experienced panel builders and recent technical school graduates

TOPS Staffing is actively interviewing. Apply today to learn more about these opportunities.

Fabrication Supervisor – 2nd Shift | Direct Hire
Location: Pittsburgh Area
Schedule: Monday – Friday
Hours: 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Pay: $70,000 – $80,000 annually + Overtime (paid hourly)

TOPS Staffing is hiring a Fabrication Supervisor for a direct hire opportunity with a growing manufacturing company launching a brand-new 2nd shift operation. This is a unique chance to step into a leadership role where you’ll help build a team and shape the shift from the ground up.

Must be available to start on our daylight shift for 1–2 months to train alongside the current supervisor, learn processes, and assist with hiring of new team members before transitioning to lead the 2nd shift.

Position Overview
As the Fabrication Supervisor, you will lead daily operations for a team of welders and laborers, ensuring production goals, quality standards, and safety expectations are consistently met. You’ll play a key role in hiring, training, and developing your team as the shift continues to grow.

Responsible for management of:
• 4 Welders
• 3 Laborers
• Additional hires planned as operations expand

Key Responsibilities
• Supervise and lead fabrication team on 2nd shift
• Assign daily work based on production priorities
• Train and develop new hires during shift build-out
• Ensure quality standards and production timelines are met
• Monitor workflow and adjust staffing or priorities as needed
• Enforce safety procedures and maintain a safe work environment
• Communicate with management regarding production status and needs
• Assist with hiring and performance management of team members

Qualifications:
• Prior supervisory or lead experience in a fabrication or manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of fabrication processes (welding, material handling, etc.)
• Ability to train and develop employees
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Hands-on leadership style with willingness to be involved on the floor
• Ability to adapt in a growing, changing environment

Why This Opportunity
• Direct hire—full-time from day one
• Opportunity to build and lead a brand-new shift
• Overtime eligibility despite salaried range
• Growing company with long-term advancement potential
• Hands-on leadership role with real impact on operations

If you’re a fabrication leader looking for the opportunity to build a team and take ownership of a new shift, apply today through TOPS Staffing.