Manufacturing Operator - 2nd Shift, Safety & Productivity

Colonial Group; Michigan; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group seeks a motivated production technician to support a manufacturing operation. The role focuses on increasing productivity, minimizing downtime, and reducing waste as part of a collaborative plant team.

You will assist all plant floor tasks, adhere to safety rules including lock-out/tag-out, and maintain 5S standards. The position requires flexibility for second shift, overtime, weekends, and strong attendance.

Qualifications

• Must have a strong safety mindset and be able to follow all safety rules.
• Overtime and weekend work may be required.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
• Experience in packaging or manufacturing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support a manufacturing operation to increase productivity, reduce downtime and waste.
• Assist all jobs on the plant floor and participate in plant-wide tasks.
• Follow company safety rules and lock-out/tag-out procedures.
• Maintain shop and equipment per 5S standards.
• Other duties as assigned.
• May be required to stack parts up to 30 lbs for up to 12 hours.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Adaptability

Fast-paced environment

Multi-tasking

Attendance reliability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Colonial Group seeks a motivated production technician to support a manufacturing operation. The role focuses on increasing productivity, minimizing downtime, and reducing waste as part of a collaborative plant team.

You will assist all plant floor tasks, adhere to safety rules including lock-out/tag-out, and maintain 5S standards. The position requires flexibility for second shift, overtime, weekends, and strong attendance.