

Production Laborer – 2nd & 3rd Shift (Union Career Opportunity)
Production Laborer – 2nd & 3rd Shift (Union Career Opportunity)
Location: McKees Rocks, PA
Starting Pay: $20.00/hr (with rapid increase after hire-in to $25+)
Shifts Available: Afternoon & Night
Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire
TOPS Staffing is partnering with a growing manufacturing client in Pittsburgh to hire multiple Production Laborers for 2nd and 3rd shift. This is an excellent long-term career opportunity with strong pay progression, union benefits, and company-paid healthcare.
Candidates must be open to working either 2nd or 3rd shift on a long term basis, shift assignment is done by seniority.
In this role, you will be cross-trained to support multiple areas of the production facility. This position offers variety in daily responsibilities, making it ideal for individuals who enjoy hands-on work and a fast-paced environment where no two days are exactly the same.
Career Progression & Benefits
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$20.00/hr starting pay during training period
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Contract-to-hire after approximately 2 months or 50 working days
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Immediate raise to $25.00+/hr upon hire-in = to over $10,000 annual increase
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Union position once hired by the company
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Excellent company healthcare benefits
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Company pension plan with significant employer contribution
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401(k) plan with employer contribution
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Long-term, stable career with growth opportunities
Job Details
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Schedule: Monday through Friday
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Training period: Contract-to-hire
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Must be open to being assigned to any shift!
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Afternoon Shift: 2:30 PM – 11:00 PM
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Night Shift: 10:30 PM – 7:00 AM
What You’ll Do
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Monitor semi-automated production lines to ensure smooth operation
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Load materials or packaging supplies into production hoppers
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Clear production line jams and make minor adjustments as needed
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Collect production and material samples for quality testing
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Assist with packaging, boxing, and wrapping finished products
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Perform general material handling throughout the facility
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Operate forklifts (training provided if needed)
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Load and unload incoming and outgoing shipments
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Stage finished products within the facility
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Connect and disconnect industrial hoses used for material transfer
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Monitor pumps and storage levels throughout the facility
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Assist with transferring materials to designated storage areas
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Monitor quantities and temperatures of materials during processing
Education & Experience
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High school diploma or equivalent required
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Prior experience in a production environment
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Experience doing line work or machine operation is preferred
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Ability to perform basic math (counting, measuring, adding, subtracting)
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Ability to be trained and work independently or as part of a team.
Physical Requirements & Work Environment
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Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, and sit throughout shift
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Ability to lift up to 45 pounds occasionally
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Must be comfortable working off-shift (2nd or 3rd shift) long term
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Valid driver’s license required (public transportation is acceptable; license must be obtained within first month if not currently held)
This is a rare opportunity to get your foot in the door with a company that offers outstanding long-term stability, strong wages, and exceptional benefits.
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