General Laborer - Manufacturing, Fabrication, Assembly & Paint

Job Description

Job Description

Company Overview
GTI designs, engineers, and manufactures custom modular systems supporting energy storage, data center infrastructure, defense, and industrial markets. Our operations include in-house fabrication, welding, mechanical and electrical assembly, industrial painting, and final build of complex modular products.

GTI operates fast-paced manufacturing facilities where safety, quality, and teamwork matter. This role is designed as an entry point into GTI’s manufacturing organization, with opportunities to grow into skilled trades and technical roles.

Position Overview
GTI is hiring Entry-Level General Laborers to support daily production operations across fabrication, welding, assembly, and paint departments. This is an evergreen position used to maintain a steady pipeline of candidates for current and future manufacturing needs.

General Laborers provide hands-on support to skilled trades and production teams by assisting with material handling, basic assembly, surface preparation, shop organization, and maintaining a safe and efficient work environment. No prior manufacturing experience is required. Training is provided.

Key Responsibilities

Production & Shop Support

• Support fabrication, welding, assembly, and paint teams with daily production tasks

• Assist with material movement, staging, and part handling across departments

• Prepare work areas and maintain shop organization

Fabrication, Assembly & Paint Support

• Assist welders, fabricators, assemblers, and painters as directed

• Perform basic assembly, fastening, masking, sanding, cleaning, and surface prep tasks

• Support paint operations with part prep, masking, hanging, and cleanup

• Support mechanical and electrical assembly teams with component staging and installation assistance

Tools, Equipment & Housekeeping

• Use basic hand tools and power tools under supervision

• Maintain clean workstations and shared shop areas

• Assist with equipment setup, teardown, and cleanup

Safety & Quality

• Follow safety procedures, PPE requirements, and work instructions

• Maintain quality awareness and report defects or issues

• Support safe handling of materials, tools, and equipment

Team & Production Support

• Follow direction from supervisors and lead workers

• Support production schedules through reliability and flexibility

• Work collaboratively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Required Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and work in an industrial manufacturing environment

• Ability to follow instructions and safety requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks throughout the shift

• Ability to stand, bend, climb, and work on your feet for extended periods

• Reliable attendance and strong work ethic

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in manufacturing, fabrication, construction, warehouse, paint, or assembly roles

• Familiarity with hand tools, power tools, or industrial environments

• Interest in growing into skilled trades such as welding, assembly, paint, electrical, or maintenance