General Labor (1st and 2nd Shift)

Orion Castings is North America’s leading full-service aluminum, zinc, and magnesium die casting manufacturer. Operating out of our 300,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in North Billerica, MA, we provide large-scale, precision contract manufacturing for the aerospace, medical device, robotics, and defense industries.

The Opportunity (Located in North Billerica, MA)

No experience? No problem—we will train you! Whether you're looking to kickstart a brand-new career in manufacturing or gain valuable hands-on technical experience, we provide the on-the-job training and guidance you need to succeed. Learn about productivity, quality control, precision machining, and real-world manufacturing operations as they happen in real-time.

Summary

In this entry-level role, you will learn how to operate machinery, load and unload parts, and monitor equipment to keep operations running smoothly. You will work closely with your team, maintain high quality standards, and keep a clean, safe work environment.

Compensation & Schedule

• Compensation Range: $20.00 / hour

• Schedule: First Shift | 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM | Monday to Thursday

• Second Shift | 4:40 PM - 3:00 AM | Monday to Thursday

Benefits & Perks

At Orion Castings, we invest in our employees' well-being and future. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you both professionally and personally:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.

• Secure Your Future: 401(k) with a competitive company match.

• Work-Life Balance: Paid Time Off (PTO) and 11 paid company holidays.

• Invest in Your Growth: Paid hands-on technical training, plus reimbursement for CNC coursework to support your professional development.

• Career Advancement: Clear pathways to advance into specialized machining, quality, or engineering roles within a stable, long-running facility.

Job Functions

• Learn to safely load and unload casting components into CNC production machinery.

• Use basic precision measuring equipment to inspect machined parts (training provided).

• Detect and promptly report defective materials, machine variances, or questionable conditions to the shift supervisor.

• Follow all detailed work instructions and standard operating procedures.

• Adhere strictly to all safety rules and policies set forth by OSHA guidelines and facility procedures.

• Perform other production and housekeeping duties as assigned.

Skills and Qualifications

• Willingness to Learn: Eager to learn new technical skills on the job and apply new information quickly.

• No Prior Machine Experience Required: We provide full hands-on training for the right candidate!

• Quality Focus: Demonstrates care, thoroughness, and attention to detail in all work.

• Safety Mindset: Follows safety guidelines continuously to protect self, team members, and the equipment.

• Dependability: Punctual, reliable, and accountable for daily attendance and work duties.

• Communication: Able to communicate clearly and professionally with teammates and leadership.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to regularly remain in a stationary position at a designated workstation on the production floor.

• Frequently moves production parts and materials weighing up to 20 pounds.