General Laborer / Shop Hand - Manufacturing & Production Helper

Republic DFW is seeking dependable General Laborers and Shop Hands to support manufacturing, fabrication, production, and material handling operations. This role is ideal for motivated candidates who want entry-level manufacturing experience and a path toward skilled trades such as welding, fabrication, machine operation, painting, or industrial maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Assist with production, fabrication, assembly, material handling, and shop support duties.
• Load, unload, move, stage, and organize materials, parts, and finished products.
• Support welders, machine operators, painters, maintenance teams, and fabrication crews.
• Use basic hand tools and power tools safely when assigned.
• Assist with packaging, labeling, cleaning, inspections, and general shop operations.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and free of hazards.
• Follow safety rules, PPE requirements, and supervisor instructions.

Requirements

• Manufacturing, warehouse, construction, production, or industrial experience preferred but not always required.
• Ability to lift, stand, move materials, and work in a physically active shop environment.
• Willingness to learn and take direction.
• Reliable attendance, transportation, and communication.
• Basic mechanical aptitude or experience with tools is a plus.
• Good attitude, teamwork, and attention to safety.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay
• Opportunity to learn skilled trades
• Long-term manufacturing opportunity
• Indoor work environment
• Growth potential based on reliability and performance