Plastics Machine Operator – Lean, Quality & Safe (1st Shift)

ThyssenKrupp Materials NA, Inc.; Auburn Hills (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) with match

Paid Vacation

Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

ThyssenKrupp Materials NA, Inc. is hiring a Machine Operator for 1st shift on the factory floor in Michigan. The role involves operating cranes and forklifts, processing plastic materials per work orders, and maintaining a clean, safe work area.

Candidates must be able to read, write, and lift up to 40 lbs, with basic math skills and a safety mindset. Pay ranges from $18 to $22 per hour. The position emphasizes accuracy, line efficiency, and adherence to quality and PPE requirements.

Qualifications

• Must be certified in the material handler position.
• Ability to read and write.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs.
• Perform basic math skills.

Responsibilities

• Apply plastic to customer orders and accurately process material according to work order specifications.
• Operate cranes, forklifts, and other material handling equipment.
• Prepare equipment setup per work order specifications.
• Verify product meets setup note specifications and record measurements.
• Assist in packaging and labeling per instructions.
• Maintain safe and clean processing area and PPE compliance.
• Training others when required; support lean and quality activities.

Skills

Material handling

Forklift operation

Crane operation

Quality inspection

Set up equipment

Safety awareness

Lean manufacturing

Train others

Preventive maintenance

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand-held measuring tools

Weighing scale

Job description

ThyssenKrupp Materials NA, Inc. is hiring a Machine Operator for 1st shift on the factory floor in Michigan. The role involves operating cranes and forklifts, processing plastic materials per work orders, and maintaining a clean, safe work area.

Candidates must be able to read, write, and lift up to 40 lbs, with basic math skills and a safety mindset. Pay ranges from $18 to $22 per hour. The position emphasizes accuracy, line efficiency, and adherence to quality and PPE requirements.