If you’re the type of person who thrives working with tools, machines, and hands-on industrial equipment, this is a strong opportunity to step into a skilled manufacturing role with steady hours and long-term potential.
PDS Tech is hiring a Manufacturing Process Technician to support a heavy industrial manufacturing operation in Charlotte, NC. This is a night shift, temp-to-hire position offering a 4-day workweek, hands-on training, and the opportunity to build experience operating manual machines, industrial equipment, and material handling systems.
Manufacturing Process Technician• Location: Charlotte, NC
• Shift: 4 x 10 Night Shift Monday – Thursday 4:00 PM – 2:30 AM
• Training: 1st Shift (5:30 AM – 4:00 PM) for 2–3 months
• Pay Rate: Up to $22.06/hour
• Assignment Type: Temp-to-Hire (W2)
Position Overview• Operate manual machines and industrial equipment in a manufacturing environment
• Support production through material handling, machine operation, and basic inspection
• Work with grinders, mills, grit blasting equipment, rollers, furnaces, and related tools
• Maintain safe and efficient production processes while following work instructions
Key Responsibilities• Operate and assist with manual machining and production equipment
• Perform grit blasting, grinding, and related surface finishing tasks
• Use air tools such as grinders and air hammers for production work
• Support furnace operations, airflow stands, and spot welding processes
• Move materials using forklifts, cranes, and hand trucks as needed
• Handle blasting and coating media changes, including 50-gallon barrels
• Use basic inspection tools such as micrometers, depth gauges, and tape measures
• Follow work instructions, safety procedures, and production specifications
Required Qualifications• Manufacturing, industrial, construction, or mechanical experience preferred
• Comfortable using hand and power tools
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical, active work
• Willingness to work indoors and outdoors as needed
• Ability to obtain forklift and crane certification
• Ability to wear a respirator if required
• Strong reliability, attendance, and safety mindset
Preferred Qualifications• Experience with manual machines or industrial production equipment
• Background in blasting, grinding, coating, or metal finishing
• Familiarity with basic inspection and measuring tools
Why Work with PDS Tech?• Temp-to-hire opportunity with long-term potential
• 4-day workweek (three-day weekends every week)
• Hands-on training and skill development in manufacturing
• Opportunity for growth into more advanced production roles
Ready to Get Started?This is a great fit for someone who enjoys hands-on work and wants to build a long-term career in manufacturing. If you’re dependable, safety-minded, and ready to work in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you.
Apply today for immediate consideration—positions are filling quickly.
Pay Details: $22.06 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
