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Crane NXT Co

Manufacturing Raw Materials Helper

Dalton, MA · On-site

$25.64 - $30.19/hr

Receive incoming bales on the second and third shifts. * Maintain records of inventory and enter ... We empower our teams to help shape the Crane Currency experience, embracing and celebrating our ...

Crane NXT

Armed Security Officer 2nd shift

Dalton, MA · On-site

$25.64/hr

Our external customers look to you to help protect their products while at our sites. Global ... This is a 2nd shift position (3:30PM - 11:30PM - Tuesday - Friday and 7:15AM - 3:30PM on Saturday ...

Crane NXT Co

Armed Security Officer 2nd shift

Dalton, MA · On-site

$25.64/hr

Our external customers look to you to help protect their products while at our sites. Global ... This is a 2nd shift position (3:30PM - 11:30PM - Tuesday - Friday and 7:15AM - 3:30PM on Saturday ...

Crane NXT Co

Armed Security Officer 2nd shift

Dalton, MA · On-site

$25.64/hr

Our external customers look to you to help protect their products while at our sites. Global ... This is a 2nd shift position (3:30PM - 11:30PM - Tuesday - Friday and 7:15AM - 3:30PM on Saturday ...

ServiceNet

Direct Care Counselor

Pittsfield, MA · On-site

$17.50/hr

All shifts (1st, 2nd, 3rd) Position Summary: Be part of a team that creates a warm, welcoming place for parents and children in need. As a Shelter Counselor, you'll play a key role in helping ...

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How much do second helper jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for second helper in Lee, MA is $19.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.53 and $19.66 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a second helper?

Second Helpers are entry-level workers who assist skilled tradespeople, such as electricians, plumbers, or mechanics, by performing basic tasks like carrying tools, cleaning work areas, and preparing materials. They support the primary workers to ensure jobs run smoothly and efficiently. This role often serves as a starting point for individuals looking to gain experience in a particular trade, with opportunities to learn on the job and advance to more specialized positions. Second Helpers typically work on construction sites, factories, or maintenance teams and must follow safety procedures closely.

What are the typical responsibilities of a second helper on a production or maintenance team?

As a Second Helper, you’ll usually assist skilled workers—such as mechanics, electricians, or machine operators—by preparing materials, handling tools, and performing basic tasks like cleaning work areas or transporting supplies. You may also be asked to observe safety protocols, report issues to your supervisor, and help ensure that operations run smoothly. This role is hands-on and fast-paced, offering valuable exposure to various trades and a pathway to more specialized positions within the team.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a second helper, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Second Helper, you generally need basic mechanical aptitude, physical stamina, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with hand tools, power tools, and safety procedures is common, and some workplaces may require OSHA safety training or similar certifications. Strong teamwork, reliability, and a willingness to learn are essential soft skills for excelling in this support role. These skills and qualities are vital for maintaining safety, efficiency, and smooth operations in labor-intensive environments.
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Manufacturing Raw Materials Helper

Dalton, MA • On-site

Crane Currency
1 - 5K employees
Learn more about Crane Currencyexternal

$25.64 - $30.19/hr

Full-time, Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

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Crane Currency has an immediate position opening for a Raw Material Helper. Based out of Dalton, MA.
Who we are:
Crane Currency is a premier industrial technology company and a pioneer in currency manufacturing and advanced micro-optics technology for securing physical products. Yes, chances are you have our product in your wallet right now! Our sophisticated equipment and software leverages proprietary core capabilities with detection and sensing technologies. Around the world, our customers trust us to anticipate their needs with innovative, reliable, and high-quality currency & authentication solutions and services-just as they have for generations.
How you will make an impact:
You become part of the front-line team entrusted with the responsibility of creating the paper and security products that our customers and their economies run on. Your focus on safety, quality and delivery will help strengthen your fellow team members and deliver on the core metrics that fuel the business. You will get the chance to expand on your current skillset by working in manufacturing processes fueled by technology pushing the next generation of currency around the world.
  • Assist the Boiler Operator in the loading of the boiler feed conveyor by cutting wires and removing wires and sacking from the bales, directing the material into the boiler from the feed conveyor.
  • Isolate nonconforming material according to documented procedures.
  • Install and remove the rotary boiler head.
  • Receive incoming bales on the second and third shifts.
  • Maintain records of inventory and enter bale usage into computer.
  • Dispose of burnable waste to the compactor.
  • Bail burlap.
  • Ensure the fork trucks are charged and inspect/complete fork truck check list at each shift.

Knowledge and expertise that matter most for this role:
Required:
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Industrial experience, preferred
  • Basic mathematical skills
  • Ability to use and read a ruler
  • Ability to understand and follow operating/safe job procedures
  • Ability to obtain and maintain an internal hoisting certificate

The hourly pay range for this position is $25.64 to $30.19, based on factors such as industrial experience, previous paper manufacturing experience and overall qualifications. This role includes shift differentials of 7.5% for 2nd shift and 10% for 3rd shift and offers a progressive pay structure. Overtime is compensated at time and a half after 8 hours in a day, all day Saturday, and double time on Sunday.
How we will care for you:
  • Top-notch medical benefits - We'll take care of you and your family with industry leading medical, dental and vision plans.
  • Company bonus plans - All full-time regular employees participate in our bonus plan.
  • Personal development - We want you to grow with us. Through lunch & learns, tuition reimbursement, career ladders and more.
  • There's more - Competitive compensation, PTO, Company holidays, parental leave, and 401(K) match.

What drives our team:
We are a passionate team of 1,200 creators and problem solvers, united by our purpose, we give people confidence every day in moments that matter. This comes to life through our Shared Values:
  • People Matter
  • Do the Right Thing
  • Trusted Partner
  • Innovate for Growth
  • Always Improving

People are at the center of all that we do, from our employees to our customers and our communities. We empower our teams to help shape the Crane Currency experience, embracing and celebrating our unique perspectives and differences to learn from each other and grow stronger together. To learn more about life at Crane Currency, visit www.cranecurrency.com.
Where we are:
Your role is in Dalton, Massachusetts, a 45-mile drive to Albany, NY or Springfield, MA. The site is in the heart of the beautiful Berkshires. Working here gives you the best of many worlds. You'll be able to escape into the wilderness through one of the many outdoor activities just feet away from your doorstep, enjoy a stroll through one of the many picturesque downtowns, or take your family into the city for a day or weekend.
Crane Currency is a drug free workplace.
SUITABILITY AND BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION REQUIREMENTS: The final offer of employment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background investigation and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements will be grounds for disqualification in the hiring process. The background investigation process conducted by Crane and our U.S. Government Agency customers is very thorough. Therefore, it is imperative that applicants exercise candor and honesty when answering background questionnaires, especially as it relates to arrest, employment, education, finances, illegal drug use, and/or other criminal history. Falsification discovered in security documents or during the background investigation process may result in an immediate negative suitability determination.
Crane NXT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, military status, or national origin or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
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