General Production

Dauch; Royal Oak (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Dauch Corporation in Royal Oak, MI, is seeking a General Production team member to operate Hi-Lo forklifts and overhead cranes, and to support daily manufacturing with strict safety, material handling, and quality control practices.

The role requires 2–3 years of manufacturing experience, a high school diploma or GED, and a commitment to 5S housekeeping and FIFO material flow. Plexus system familiarity is a plus for this position.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Operate Hi-Lo equipment safely and efficiently, following safety protocols.
• Record and weigh materials using established methods.
• Move material with overhead cranes as required.
• Maintain clean, organized work area following 5S principles.
• Utilize Plexus or similar systems for tasks.

Tools

Hi-Lo forklift

Overhead crane

Job description

Job Posting TitleGeneral ProductionJob Description SummaryThis General Production position requires a strong understanding of the manufacturing process, including daily operations, material handling, quality control, and safety protocols. The ideal candidate will have experience operating hi-los and overhead crane equipment in an automotive manufacturing environment.Job Description:Operating Hi-Lo equipment safely and efficiently, adhering to all safety protocols and performing routine maintenance checks.Accurately weighing, counting, and recording materials using established scale methods.Demonstrating a strong understanding of industrial vehicle operations and safety regulations.Contributing to a clean and organized work environment through the implementation of 5S principles.Using Plexus (or similar) systems for relevant tasks.Safely operating overhead cranes for material movement.Maintaining excellent housekeeping standards within the production area.Managing inventory flow according to FIFO (First-In, First-Out) procedures.Required Skills and EducationHigh school diploma or GED equivalent required.2-3 years in manufacturing with proven experience in hi-lo forklift and overhead crane operation.About Dauch:Dauch Corporation is a premier Driveline and Metal Forming supplier serving the global automotive industry with a powertrain-agnostic product portfolio that supports electric, hybrid, and internal combustion vehicles. The company is headquartered in Detroit, MI, with operations that span 24 countries and more than 175 locations. Formed through the acquisition of Dowlais Group plc and its subsidiaries - GKN Automotive and GKN Powder Metallurgy, Dauch unites deep engineering roots with global manufacturing capabilities and an entrepreneurial spirit to move mobility forward. Visit www.dauch.com to learn more.Dauch will not discriminate against any Associate or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. Dauch will take affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and that Associates are treated equally during employment, without regard to their age, race, color, gender, religion, weight, height, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or other characteristic protected by law. For the Disabled Job Seeker: We offer reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled individuals who are applicants for employment. To request assistance or accommodations, please e-mail [e-mail]. Dauch is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.