2nd Shift Production Operator: ESOP & Quality-Driven

Challenge Manufacturing; Pontiac (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP program

Employee-ownership benefits

Job summary

Challenge Manufacturing is hiring a Production Operator for our Pontiac, Michigan plant. You will load parts into automated equipment, document production and quality checks, and support continuous improvement efforts.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, basic computer skills, and the ability to stand for long periods. This is a 2nd shift, Monday–Friday position with ESOP benefits for employee-owners.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 6 months of manufacturing experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to detect defects.
• Ability to read and interpret operator instructions, inspection check sheets, and quality alerts.
• Basic computer skills for data entry.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• May require lifting up to 30 pounds.
• Manual dexterity and visual acuity required
• English Proficiency

Responsibilities

• Load component parts into automated assembly using PLEX and document production.
• Escalate downtime or quality issues to Team Leaders or Supervisors.
• Ensure products meet check sheets and work instructions.
• Document inspection results and non-conformances.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Support internal and external audits as needed.
• Identify opportunities for quality and process improvements.
• Cross train on various work centers as required

Skills

Attention to detail

Reading instructions

Verbal communication

Teamwork

Basic computer skills

English proficiency

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

PLEX

Job description

Challenge Manufacturing is hiring a Production Operator for our Pontiac, Michigan plant. You will load parts into automated equipment, document production and quality checks, and support continuous improvement efforts.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, basic computer skills, and the ability to stand for long periods. This is a 2nd shift, Monday–Friday position with ESOP benefits for employee-owners.