General Laborer - 1st Shift Dundee, MI

Autokiniton; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with company match

Up to 15 paid holidays

Tool allowance

Relocation assistance

Job summary

AUTOKINITON is seeking hardworking individuals for a first-shift role in Kentucky, supporting metal fabrication and painting operations. You will handle parts, operate machines, perform inspections, and assist with maintenance to ensure safe, high-quality outputs.

A GED or high school diploma is required, with opportunity for growth and relocation assistance. The position emphasizes safety, teamwork, and adherence to MIOSHA standards, with competitive wages, benefits, and a path to skilled

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; or one-year related experience or training; or equivalent.
• This is a 1st shift position and shift times may vary depending on production needs.

Responsibilities

• Lifts metal part or stock onto machine and secures it on machine table or in chuck.
• Performs manual bench-type tasks such as sawing, filing, grinding, milling, drilling, painting.
• Removes burrs and excess metal from machined parts.
• Inspects parts for quality defects such as scrap marks, rust, burrs.
• Labels and/or tags parts and baskets.
• Make deliveries or pick-ups when needed.
• Collect or distribute heat treat items.
• Monitors machine operations for malfunctions and notifies supervisor or maintenance.
• Performs routine and preventative maintenance and setup work to maintain machines.
• Delivers metal parts or stock to designated work areas for machining.
• Adds coolant to reservoirs and lubricates parts.
• Cleans around work areas to keep orderly and safe.
• Solid knowledge of painting techniques.
• Safety compliance per MIOSHA standards.

Skills

Painting techniques

Machine operation

Safety equipment usage

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

WE AREAUTOKINITON

DRIVING SUCCESS FOR THE WORLD'S TOP AUTOMANUFACTURERS.

AtAUTOKINITON, we are more than just an automotive supplier — we are the backbone of vehicle performance and safety. Specializing in high-strength structural components and precision stamping assemblies, our parts are trusted by the world’s leading automakers.

Our dedicated teams, proudly deliver quality parts and assemblies that contribute to vehicle durability and safety. With decades of experience, a passion for continuous improvement, and a forward-thinking approach, we play a critical role in shaping the future of mobility.

CAREERS WITH AUTOKINITON

Building the Future—Together. Autokiniton is a trusted partner to the world’s leading automotive manufacturers, known for our operational excellence and culture of continuous improvement.

Our core value,“We, not I,”reflects our commitment to collaboration, integrity, and shared success. We cultivate a workplace where independent thinking is encouraged, and every associate plays a vital role in our progress.

Join a high-performance team committed to shaping the future of mobility—with opportunity, purpose, and growth at every turn.

RESPONSIBLITIES:

• Lifts metal part or stock onto machine and secures it on machine table, in chuck, or holding fixture.
• Performs manual bench-type tasks such as sawing, filing, grinding, Milling, Drilling, painting, etc.
• Removes burrs and excess metal from machined parts.
• Inspects parts, components, visually for quality defects such as scrap marks, rust, burrs, etc.
• Labels and/or tag parts and baskets.
• Make deliveries or pick-ups when needed.
• Collect or distribute heat treat items.
• Monitors machine operations for malfunctions or problems and notifies supervisor or maintenance immediately upon discovery.
• Performs routine and preventative maintenance and setup work to maintain machines. according to schedules, which may require repairing, replacing, and lubricating parts.
• Delivers metal parts or stock to designated work areas for machining
• Adds coolant to reservoirs of machines and lubricates machine parts and ways.
• Responsible for snow and ice removal; sidewalks, entrances, between buildings.
• Dump steel and aluminum scrap (daily check).
• Dump shop trash container (daily).
• Compact and bundle cardboard for recycling.
• Gather paper and plastic for recycling.
• Cleans around work areas to keep orderly and safe by sweeping the floor, scrubbing floor, removing scrap and refuse, and storing tools and parts.
• Performs all duties and operates machinery and equipment according to MIOSHA standards and company procedures using required safety equipment (gloves, steel toe shoes, safety glasses, etc.).
• Solid knowledge of commercial and/or construction painting techniques.

QUALIFICATIONS:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one-year related experience and /or training; or equivalent combination of education or experience.

This is a 1st shift position and shift times may vary depending on production needs.

WHY YOU WILL ENJOY WORKING HERE:

Competitive Wages and Comprehensive Benefits:Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with Company contribution match, and up to 15 paid holidays annually, thanks to our generous holiday and holiday bridge schedule. We also provide a tool allowance for our Skilled Trades Associates.

Relocation Assistance: Our company offers comprehensive relocation assistance, including coverage for temporary housing and travel costs for our Skilled Trades and Salaried positions.

Work-Life Balance:Many of our Associates have stayed with us for 25+ years! It takes a good work-life balance to make it that far. We support your personal and professional priorities as they impact your well-being.

Growth Opportunities: Take your career to the next level through tuition reimbursement programs, on-the-job training, learning management systems, and advancement opportunities from within our organization.

Learning and Development:We empower all our Associates – from entry-level to senior-level – with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in their current roles and beyond at AUTOKINITON.

AUTOKINITON is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. AUTOKINITON makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.