Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Machine Shop Helper

Houston, TX
Pay: $15/hr
Schedule: Monday – Friday | 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
(Overtime & occasional weekends as needed)

Position Overview

Momentum Staffing is seeking a dependable and safety-focused Machine Shop Helper to support daily production operations within a manufacturing environment. This is a hands-on role assisting with material handling, fabrication support, and shop maintenance. Ideal candidates are reliable, detail-oriented, and eager to learn machine shop processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist machinists and production team with daily shop operations
• Handle and prepare materials for cutting, fabrication, and finishing
• Operate or learn to operate basic shop equipment (saws, routers, polishing tools)
• Support polishing, finishing, and quality checks on completed parts
• Assist with packaging and preparing finished products for shipment
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Follow all safety procedures and company guidelines at all times
• Cross-train on equipment such as forklifts, overhead cranes, and shop machinery

Job Requirements

• Previous experience in a manufacturing, construction, or shop environment preferred
• Experience using basic power tools (drills, saws, tape measure, etc.)
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work in a team setting
• Willingness to learn and take direction
• Ability to follow instructions and safety procedures
• Must pass a background check and drug screening
• Must be open to ongoing or post-incident drug/alcohol testing if required

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 lbs
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods
• Comfortable working in a shop environment (noise, dust, machinery)
• Ability to safely operate or learn to operate industrial equipment

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Basic math skills required (measurements, tape measure reading)
• Prior machine shop or manufacturing experience is a plus, but not required

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