Manufacturing Shop Associate

Job overview

The Manufacturing Shop Associate role is onsite in Altoona, IA, with a Monday–Thursday schedule from 5:00 AM to 3:30 PM and Fridays as needed; compensation is based on job skills and experience, with a wage review after 90 days. Summit Products is a growing local manufacturing company. The associate supports shop production by operating equipment, fabricating, assembling, and finishing products. The role helps maintain product quality, inventory organization, and a safe, orderly production flow.

What you'll do

• Assemble parts and subassemblies
• position components using templates or measurements
• check fit and fasten parts
• measure completed components against specifications
• operate tools and shop equipment
• organize inventory
• maintain clean parts and tools
• and follow safety procedures.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

manufacturing shop associate

assembly

fabrication

altoona ia

summit products

quality checks

inventory

shop equipment

monday-thursday

early schedule

high school diploma

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• paid time off
• 401(k) with matching
• paid parental leave
• and potential quarterly bonuses.

Why this role

Previous manufacturing experience is a plus but not required; the posting requires a high school diploma or equivalent.

About the employer

Summit Products is hiring for this role. Industry: Machine Shops. Sector: 33.