Manufacturing Facilities Assistant Position Available In Kings, New York

Manufacturing Facilities Assistant 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 63 Flushing Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11205 A Brooklyn Navy Yard Development Corporation business is seeking a Manufacturing Facilities Assistant for hands-on support for material production and facility tasks on a flexible, project-by-project basis. Ideal for skilled, self-directed individuals comfortable with hand tools and measuring tools, lab procedures, and workshop environments.

Scope of Work Includes:

• Fabricating parts and mixing materials using a variety of materials (e.g., composites, polymers, resins, and metals) according to detailed prototype specifications.
• Preparing molds for casting
• including cleaning, treating, and modifying mold surfaces.
• Using shop equipment, including drill presses, band saws, sanding machines, and hand tools, for cutting, shaping, or modifying parts.
• Collaborating with design and engineering teams to refine part designs for manufacturability and tooling efficiency.
• Measuring and weighing materials with precision using scales, measuring cups, and other lab-grade equipment to maintain consistency and ensure batch quality.
• Tracking batch information, curing times, and material performance as part of quality control and process documentation., and performing routine checks and calibrations on equipment to maintain operational integrity and accuracy.
• Assisting in pilot assembly of prototypes or pre-production units, which may involve bonding, fastening, wiring, or testing components.
• Preparing components or finished parts for shipping by packing materials securely, labeling items correctly, and maintaining inventory records.

Requirements:

• Reliable, organized, and able to work independently.
• Demonstrates hands-on experience in a workshop, fabrication lab, or manufacturing environment, preferably involving small-scale or prototype production.
• Proficiency in using hand tools (e.g., files, screwdrivers, pliers), power tools (e.g., drills, grinders, sanders), and shop equipment (e.g., band saws, drill presses, belt sanders).
• Familiarity with basic fabrication techniques such as cutting, shaping, sanding, drilling, bonding, or assembly of parts and materials.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$25.00 per hour

Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location:

In person