Manufacturing Technician (1st Shift)

Evolving Solution Services; New Baltimore (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Evolving Solution Services is seeking a Manufacturing Technician to help fulfill customer orders while staying on schedule and following safety and quality processes. You will actively support lean manufacturing, operate coating-related equipment, and participate in continuous improvement to enhance efficiency and product quality.

The role emphasizes teamwork, reliable performance, and adherence to ISO 9001 and AS9100 standards, with flexibility to work across prepping, masking, blasting,

Qualifications

• Demonstrates professional, proactive, and positive work attitude.
• Experience in specialty surface coating and finishing environments is a plus.
• Strong safety mindset and adherence to procedures.

Responsibilities

• Follow OSHA safety guidelines and participate in 6S and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Operate equipment such as blast booths, paint booths, curing ovens, and material handling systems.
• Inspect and prepare parts per production specifications and coatings requirements.
• Load/unload parts, ensure proper alignment, and maintain safe handling.

Skills

Teamwork

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Reliability

Safety compliance

ISO 9001/AS9100 experience

Communication

Job description

As a Manufacturing Technician, you’ll help fulfill customer orders by staying on track with production schedules, following safety and quality processes, and suggesting improvements to help us work smarter and faster.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follow all OSHA safety guidelines and participate in our 6S and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Operate a variety of equipment including blast booths, paint booths, curing ovens, and material handling systems.
• Inspect and prepare parts by cleaning, masking, plugging, and staging them according to production specifications.
• Load and unload parts on racks or conveyors, ensuring proper alignment and safe handling.
• Follow job work orders and blueprints to ensure coatings meet customer and industry requirements.
• Support our ISO 9001 and AS9100 Quality Management System by following standard procedures and documenting results.
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors to coordinate workflow and resolve production issues.
• Keep your work area clean, organized, and ready for the next job as part of our lean manufacturing culture.
• Identify and report any equipment malfunctions or safety concerns promptly.
• Participate in root cause problem solving and offer suggestions to improve production flow and product quality.
• Contribute to a positive, team-first environment that emphasizes accountability and shared success.
• Remain flexible and open to working in different roles, including prepping/masking, blasting, loading/unloading, and painting.
• Track and record production output and complete required documentation accurately.
• Maintain a customer-focused mindset, understanding that high-quality work and on-time delivery directly impact our reputation.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be professional, proactive, and positive. Having a passion for exceptional customer service and support is a must. Being sensitive to the unpredictable demands and uncertainties associated with working in a specialty surface coating & finishing business is a requisite to delivering superior results and exceeding the expectations of our internal and external customers.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Experience working well with others in team settings.
• Good problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
• Organized and detail-oriented.
• Reliable and able to meet deadlines.
• Professional, respectful, and solutions-focused.
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment.
• Safety-focused with a track record of following procedures.
• Experience in ISO 9001 or AS9100 environments preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand and walk for 8–10 hours per shift, often on concrete floors.
• Regularly lift, push, or pull objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, and reaching.
• Work in an often hot, loud and fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Exposure to powder coating materials, cleaning chemicals, and other industrial substances (PPE provided).
• Required to wear appropriate PPE, including gloves, respirators, safety glasses, and protective clothing, as needed.

DESCRIPTION

As a Manufacturing Technician, you’ll help fulfill customer orders by staying on track with production schedules, following safety and quality processes, and suggesting improvements to help us work smarter and faster.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follow all OSHA safety guidelines and participate in our 6S and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Operate a variety of equipment including blast booths, paint booths, curing ovens, and material handling systems.
• Inspect and prepare parts by cleaning, masking, plugging, and staging them according to production specifications.
• Load and unload parts on racks or conveyors, ensuring proper alignment and safe handling.
• Follow job work orders and blueprints to ensure coatings meet customer and industry requirements.
• Support our ISO 9001 and AS9100 Quality Management System by following standard procedures and documenting results.
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors to coordinate workflow and resolve production issues.
• Keep your work area clean, organized, and ready for the next job as part of our lean manufacturing culture.
• Identify and report any equipment malfunctions or safety concerns promptly.
• Participate in root cause problem solving and offer suggestions to improve production flow and product quality.
• Contribute to a positive, team-first environment that emphasizes accountability and shared success.
• Remain flexible and open to working in different roles, including prepping/masking, blasting, loading/unloading, and painting.
• Track and record production output and complete required documentation accurately.
• Maintain a customer-focused mindset, understanding that high-quality work and on-time delivery directly impact our reputation.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be professional, proactive, and positive. Having a passion for exceptional customer service and support is a must. Being sensitive to the unpredictable demands and uncertainties associated with working in a specialty surface coating & finishing business is a requisite to delivering superior results and exceeding the expectations of our internal and external customers.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Experience working well with others in team settings.
• Good problem-solving and interpersonal skills.
• Organized and detail-oriented.
• Reliable and able to meet deadlines.
• Professional, respectful, and solutions-focused.
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment.
• Safety-focused with a track record of following procedures.
• Experience in ISO 9001 or AS9100 environments preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to stand and walk for 8–10 hours per shift, often on concrete floors.
• Regularly lift, push, or pull objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, and reaching.
• Work in an often hot, loud and fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Exposure to powder coating materials, cleaning chemicals, and other industrial substances (PPE provided).
• Required to wear appropriate PPE, including gloves, respirators, safety glasses, and protective clothing, as needed.

Monday- Friday 7am-3:30pm, occasional Saturdays, as needed