Press Mechanic I

Challenge Manufacturing; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Challenge Manufacturing is seeking a Press Mechanic I to join their team in Holland, MI. This role involves the inspection, installation, and repair of production machinery, ensuring high operational standards. As part of a leading tier 1 supplier in the automotive industry, you will contribute to innovative solutions and work collaboratively in a supportive environment. The position offers part-time hours with a focus on safety and teamwork, alongside a range of benefits including medical insurance and ESOP shares.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k match

Tuition reimbursement

Referral bonuses

Paid time off

Qualifications

• High standards of performance, responsibility, honesty, and integrity.
• Valid forklift and scissor lift licenses issued by Challenge Manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair production machinery and tools.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts to enhance production efficiency.

Skills

Teamwork

Effective communication

Flexibility

Tools

Hand tools

Surface grinders

Welders

Job description

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Who We Are

Challenge’s mission is to manufacture with operational excellence by empowering our employee-owners. As a leading tier 1 supplier of complex metal assemblies for the global automotive industry, we drive innovative solutions for future mobility. We believe the best ideas come from individual unique perspectives. These ideas, combined with the teamwork of industry leaders, allow us to accomplish any challenge. Our team members take pride in their work and embody our core values of safety, ownership, and teamwork every day; they are the true driving force in our operations.

Challenge is proud to be one of the largest employee-owned automotive companies in North America. One benefit of joining the Challenge team is the ESOP program, which gives shares of the company to all employee-owners annually, providing an additional retirement benefit that grows over time. Being part of an ESOP means sharing in Challenge’s success!

Together we own Safety! Challenge is #QualityDriven and #PeoplePowered!

Who We Want

Responsible for inspection, installation, and repair of machines used for production and within the tool room and maintenance machining areas. Build and re-build equipment for various manufacturing needs.

What You'll Do

• Follow specified maintenance and repair procedures to install, maintain, and repair production machinery and tools.
• Utilize Plex to document appropriate downtime codes.
• Electrically troubleshoot issues using a meter (Level I certification).
• Knowledge of press operation and functionality.
• Basic knowledge of lubrication systems (operation & functionality).
• Read and interpret mechanical prints for troubleshooting.
• Perform basic mechanical troubleshooting.
• Use equipment safely: hand tools, surface grinders, wheel puller, torches, pipe threader, hydraulic jack, welders, scissor lift, lathe, forklift, milling machine, drill presses.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts to enhance production efficiency and quality.
• Complete and manage work orders via Plex systems.

When And Where

This is a 6PM-6AM Monday-Thursday shift at our plant in Holland, MI.

What You Need To Have

• High standards of performance, responsibility, honesty, and integrity.
• Ability to resolve conflicts constructively and work collaboratively.
• Use feedback to improve performance.
• Flexibility to support plant flow by moving within work areas.
• Experience, skills, and knowledge to perform all responsibilities, with ongoing skill development.
• Positive attitude towards change and learning.
• Good team player, sharing information and supporting others.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to work up to 12 hours including weekends.
• Valid forklift and scissor lift licenses issued by Challenge Manufacturing.

What We Offer

Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, HSA, FSA, disability and life insurance, 401k match, ESOP shares, tuition reimbursement, referral bonuses, incentive programs, and paid time off. Benefits may vary by role, and accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Motor Vehicle Manufacturing

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