Steel Associate

Nesco Resource is looking for a Steel Associate located in Watertown CT. This is a temp opportunity for the right candidate. Assignment is expected to last until the end of the year (possibly January).

Shift: Monday-Friday 5:30am-2pm(OT is available)

Pay: $18/hour

Job Summary: The Steel Associate is responsible for supporting daily manufacturing operations in a steel fabrication environment. This role involves operating various machine shop tools and equipment to cut shape bend and finish steel components while maintaining quality standards workplace safety and production efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of machine shop tools and equipment to manufacture steel components.
• Perform steel fabrication tasks including swaging cutting punching bending cleaning deburring and drilling.
• Assist with routine preventative maintenance of machinery and equipment as needed.
• Inspect finished parts visually to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications.
• Follow established safety procedures and maintain a clean organized work area.
• Assist with basic inventory tracking and material handling as needed.
• Safely lift and move materials weighing up to 70 pounds repeatedly throughout the workday.
• Support production goals and assist with overtime as needed.

• Previous experience in manufacturing steel fabrication or a similar production environment preferred.
• Ability to operate basic manufacturing machinery and shop equipment.
• Ability to read write and communicate effectively in English. Bilingual English/Spanish skills are a plus.
• Basic math skills including addition subtraction multiplication and division.
• Ability to read and accurately use a tape measure.
• Ability to perform repetitive lifting up to 70 pounds.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Dependable attendance and willingness to work overtime when needed.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and maintain an organized workspace.

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical Vision Dental 401K and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.