Helper

DWM Holdings, Inc.; Warren (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

DWM Holdings is seeking a 1st shift Helper to join the Production team, reporting directly to the Production Manager. This entry‑level role focuses on learning procedures, following Line Leader instructions, and supporting day‑to‑day operations in a fast‑paced manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities include inspecting finished products, maintaining equipment safely, keeping the workspace clean, and applying Lean practices.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform repetitive tasks with accuracy.
• Willingness to learn procedures and operate basic production equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and error spotting.
• Good attendance and punctuality.

Responsibilities

• Follow Line Leader instructions and safety procedures.
• Visually inspect finished products.
• Maintain and operate equipment safely.
• Complete work within expected time frames.
• Keep workspace clean per housekeeping standards.
• Assist Line Leader or QA Supervisor as needed.
• Apply Lean manufacturing practices.

Skills

Repetitive tasks

Accuracy

Quality focus

Learning new tasks

Lean manufacturing

Team player

Communication

Math & computer literacy

Job description

DWM Holdings is looking to fill a 1st shift Helper position. This person reports directly to the Production Manager and is a member of the company’s Production team.

Responsibilities:

• Works under direction from the Line Leader, performs job duties in a safe manner in accordance with DWM operational, safety and quality procedures
• Learn and apply the procedures for each task as per the instructions from the Line Leader.
• Visually identify and inspect finished products.
• Maintains and operates equipment in a safe manner.
• Completes work within expected periods of time.
• Has good attendance and punctuality.
• Keeps workspace clean in accordance to housekeeping standards.
• Performs other work as assigned by Line Leader or Production / QA Supervisor
• Proficient knowledge of OSHA standards, regulations, and safety loading practices

Skills and Competencies:

• Ability to perform repetitive tasks with accuracy and a consistent pace, with rotational direction.
• Quality focused, strives for high level of accuracy and completeness.
• Ability to learn new tasks and learn to operate basic production equipment.
• Strong observation skills, detail orientation, can catch errors or inconsistencies.
• Supportive team player
• Communicates well with all staff.
• Proficient in math and computer technology with the ability to learn new software programs.
• Able to handle multiple, complex priorities and balance the needs of each according to production material needs.
• Strong ability to learn and implement Lean manufacturing practices.
• Some heavy lifting maybe required; Able to walk, stand, bend, reach for entire work shift.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to regularly lift, carry, push, and pull 50-100 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, squat, kneel, twist, and reach throughout an 8-10 hour shift.
• Ability to safely operate production equipment and material handling equipment as required.
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to noise, dust, varying temperatures, and moving machinery while wearing required PPE.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as required.