Your next manufacturing job starts here.
Emkat Staffing & Recruiting connects reliable people with steady work at manufacturers in the Greater Lowell area. We pay weekly by direct deposit. Search jobs, build a free resume with AI, and apply in minutes. Our chat answers 24/7.
I'm looking for work
Production, QC, forklift, assembly and more.
Search jobs →I need workers
Temp, temp-to-hire and direct hire.
Hire talent →Free AI Resume Builder
Pick a sample for your job, let AI write it, and download it as a PDF.
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Jobs, shifts, locations and how to apply. Get answers any time, day or night.
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Apply once and we'll match you to the job and shift that fit you best: 1st, 2nd or 3rd. Many jobs need no experience. Pay is shared by your recruiter at the interview, and you're paid weekly by direct deposit.
Build your resume in 5 minutes
Pick a sample for your job, fill in your details, let AI polish it, then download it as a PDF or send it straight to Emkat. Your draft saves on this device automatically.
No work history yet? That's OK. Add school, volunteer work or family business, or skip this step.
"Download PDF" opens the print window. Choose Save as PDF.
From application to first day, fast
Apply
Apply online, build your resume here, call or text the hotline, or walk in Mon–Fri, 9–5.
Quick interview
About 15 minutes, by phone or in person at our Lowell office.
New-hire forms
After your offer, complete the I-9, W-4 and direct deposit forms. Download them here.
Start working
Get your start date, address and shift. You're paid weekly by direct deposit.
Reliable light industrial workers, on every shift
We recruit, screen and support temporary and permanent workers for manufacturers across the Greater Lowell area, the Merrimack Valley and southern New Hampshire.
- Fast fills from a bench of pre-screened candidates
- We handle it: recruiting, screening, I-9 and onboarding paperwork, and weekly payroll for temporary staff
- Every worker is authorized to work in the U.S., verified with Form I-9
- Temporary, temp-to-hire or direct hire
- 1st, 2nd, 3rd and weekend coverage
- One point of contact who answers the phone
- Bilingual team: English and Khmer
Request workers
Tell us what you need. We'll respond within one business day.
Send your request in the Emkat Jobs app. No account needed. A staffing manager responds within one business day.
Request workers →Or call (978) 421-6952 · simon@em-kat.com
Where our people work
Why candidates and employers choose us
We know you by name
A local team that picks up the phone and follows up after your first day.
Fast
Short interviews, simple paperwork and fast starts on 1st, 2nd and 3rd shift.
Jobs near you
Lowell, Chelmsford, Billerica, Tewksbury, Dracut, Westford, Andover, Lawrence, Methuen and southern NH.
Everyone welcome
First job, career change or getting back to work. We speak English and Khmer.
Weekly pay
Get paid every week by direct deposit to your bank account.
Free resume help
Build a professional resume on our site with samples and AI, at no cost.
Answers 24/7
Our chat assistant answers questions any time. Our team follows up during business hours.
A local staffing partner built on relationships
Emkat Inc. was founded in 2020 in Lowell, Massachusetts. We focus on one thing: putting dependable people into light industrial manufacturing jobs, and supporting them after day one.
Our team speaks English and Khmer, and we welcome job seekers of every background. Whether it's your first job, a career change or getting back to work, we'll help you find the right fit.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need experience?
Not for many jobs. Packer, production and warehouse jobs often train on site. QC, assembly and some operator jobs prefer experience.
How much does the job pay?
Pay depends on the job and the company, and it can change. Your recruiter will tell you the exact pay for each job at your interview.
When and how do I get paid?
Emkat pays weekly by direct deposit. Complete the Direct Deposit Authorization form with your new-hire paperwork.
Do I have to come to the Lowell office?
Walk-ins are welcome Mon–Fri, 8 AM – 5 PM, weekends by appointment at 337 Westford Street, Lowell. We can also start with a phone interview.
Which shifts are available?
We have 1st, 2nd and 3rd shift jobs, and some weekend work. Choose your shift when you apply.
What documents do I need?
All Emkat workers must be authorized to work in the U.S. After a job offer, you complete Form I-9 and show original documents in person at our office. You choose which acceptable documents to bring from the list on the I-9 form. Please do not email or upload your SSN card, ID or birth certificate.
I don't have a resume. Can I still apply?
Yes! Use our free Resume Builder, or just apply with your name and phone. We'll help you during the interview.
I'm an employer. How fast can you fill a role?
For common production roles we often have pre-screened candidates ready. Call the hotline and we'll give you a realistic timeline.
Download Emkat forms
Print, complete and bring your forms to our office at 337 Westford Street, Lowell, Mon–Fri, 8 AM – 5 PM, weekends by appointment. New-hire forms are completed after you accept a job offer.
Quick application
Takes about 2 minutes. We'll call, text or email you within one business day.
Apply in about 1 minute on Emkat Jobs. Create your free account, confirm the 6-digit code we send you, and apply to any job. You can upload your resume or build one with AI, and track your application status.
Apply now on Emkat Jobs →Browse open jobsPrefer to talk? Call (978) 421-6952 or walk in Mon–Fri, 8 AM – 5 PM, weekends by appointment.
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