Manufacturing Staffing in Maryville, Alcoa, & Blount County
Manufacturing staffing for Blount County.
Automotive parts, aluminum production, metal fabrication, food processing — Blount County’s manufacturing base is deep. We provide the workers who keep plants running.
Blount County has one of the strongest manufacturing sectors in East Tennessee — from major automotive suppliers to aluminum processing to specialized fabrication shops. When production demands spike, shifts need filling, or seasonal orders increase, Labor Exchange dispatches same-day manufacturing workers from 2,000+ pre-screened local workers. Family-owned since 2012.
Positions we fill
Assembly & production
Line assembly, sub-assembly, component installation, and production support for manufacturing operations.
Quality control
Visual inspection, measurement checks, sorting, and defect identification on the production line.
Material handlers
Raw material staging, work-in-process movement, and finished goods transport within the plant.
Machine operators
Press operators, CNC helpers, injection molding, and basic machine operation with training.
Welding helpers
Grinding, prepping, fixturing, and supporting certified welders on fabrication projects.
General plant labor
Cleanup, packaging, palletizing, and facility support across all manufacturing departments.
Blount County’s manufacturing strengths
Major automotive parts suppliers with thousands of employees and high-volume production lines.
Aluminum processing and metal fabrication rooted in the county’s century-long industrial heritage.
Food processing and packaging operations requiring seasonal and ongoing production workers.
Custom fabrication, machining, and precision manufacturing for regional and national clients.
All shifts, all seasons
Manufacturing runs on schedules, not business hours. We staff first, second, and third shift plus weekends. When production ramps up for seasonal orders or a new line comes online, we scale your crew without the lead time of traditional hiring.
Frequently asked questions
What types of manufacturing do you staff?
Automotive parts, aluminum processing, metal fabrication, food production, and general manufacturing across Blount County.
Can you provide workers for all three shifts?
Yes. First, second, and third shift plus weekends. We match your production schedule.
Do you offer temp-to-hire for manufacturing?
Yes. Start with temporary workers, evaluate their performance on your line, and convert the best to permanent hires.