Industrial jobs offer unique opportunities for job seekers - especially those who are interested in temporary jobs. But how much experience do you need for industrial jobs? What if you don’t have any?
In this article, we’ll cover everything you need to know about industrial jobs: what they are, what experience and education do you need, and where to find a job fast.
What Are Industrial Jobs?
Industrial is a broad term that covers a wide range of industries in the manufacturing space. When you think of someone working in a factory or a warehouse, most of the jobs that come to mind are industrial jobs.
These include:
- Machining
- Pipe-fitting
- Maintenance
- Assembly
- Picking and Packaging
- Material Handling
- General Labor
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Industrial jobs can be a full-time and long-term position - however, many industrial jobs are temp jobs. These are jobs where you travel to a location to work for a set period of time before going home. These can be great for beginners to earn good money and gain experience for higher-skilled positions. You can learn more about temp jobs in our blog: How to Get Started with Temp Work
Do Industrial Jobs Require Experience?
There are some jobs that require experience and some that do not - however, entry-level jobs in manufacturing typically have a lower requirement for experience and education than other skilled-trades or engineering positions.
Generally speaking, most entry-level and/or temp jobs will not require experience. Experience is a “nice to have” to get a leg up over other applicants, but if you are applying for entry-level industrial jobs for the first time, there are many that don’t require experience.
Typically, you will just need to meet the duties of an industrial job - which are often the ability to read instructions, the ability to lift up to a certain weight, the ability to stand on your feet for long periods of time, and the ability to work required hours.
In terms of education - you typically only need a high school diploma or GED for most industrial jobs. In some cases, you may be able to get an industrial job without any degree.
Industrial jobs that are more specialized will require a degree and certifications. You can tell if a job is more specialized because that will be listed in the job requirements.
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Where Can I Find Industrial Jobs Hiring Now?
Strom hires seasonal, temporary, and long-term employees for top companies in manufacturing. We are actively hiring to fill a variety of industrial jobs - this is a great opportunity whether you’re new to industrial work or have worked an industrial job before.
Tell us your skills, experience, and availability and we’ll match you with open jobs.
Strom Engineering is a national staffing and recruitment agency, with a particular focus on manufacturing, engineering, assembly, and other trade positions. We match skilled candidates to temporary or project staffing positions. Learn more about how it works and check out our case studies for more information.