About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Manufacturing / Engineering (R&D & Mechanical Processing).

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Key Responsibilities

Support day-to-day mechanical processing and production activities in an R&D / manufacturing environment. Work is hands-on and follows established procedures and safety practices.

• Operate mechanical processing equipment, power tools, saws, polishing and lapping machines
• Perform cutting, sectioning, grinding, polishing, shaping and epoxy bonding of materials
• Prepare materials and equipment for production and maintain a clean, organized work area
• Follow written work instructions, safety procedures and PPE guidelines
• Maintain accurate production records, sample-tracking documentation and basic production logs
• Assist R&D and production teams with troubleshooting and process-improvement tasks
• Adhere to quality standards and report non-conforming parts or process deviations

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Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and a willingness to learn manufacturing and processing techniques
• Comfortable operating hand tools and basic shop equipment while following detailed instructions
• Strong attention to detail and good manual dexterity
• Reliable work ethic and ability to collaborate in a team environment
• Basic verbal and written communication skills for documentation and reporting

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Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using saws, grinders, polishers, lapping equipment, or performing epoxy bonding
• Familiarity with manufacturing, machine-shop, laboratory, or production environments
• Experience using measurement or inspection tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges)

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Role Details & Compensation

• Employment type: Temporary position (anticipated 6–12 months) with possible conversion to full-time based on performance and business needs
• Location: On-site in Rockford, TN (this is not a remote role)
• Estimated compensation: $53,355 per year (estimated provided by source)
• Safety: Must follow all site safety rules and wear required PPE

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Why This Role?

This is an entry-level hands-on opportunity to gain practical manufacturing and R&D processing experience. Ideal if you want to build technical skills (cutting, polishing, bonding, inspection) with the potential to grow into a longer-term role.

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Confidentiality Notice

This listing is posted by Careertakes on behalf of a Confidential Client. The client’s identity will be shared with qualified applicants during the hiring process.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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