Preventative Maintenance Oiler

MNP; Utica (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

BCBS medical

Dental & vision insurance

401(k) match

Profit sharing

Job summary

MNP is seeking a Preventative Maintenance Oiler to support shop-floor operations in Utica, Michigan. The role involves material delivery, receiving, staging, and shipping, with forklifts used to move steel coils and parts between workstations.

The PM Oiler will ensure smooth production flow and safe, efficient handling of inventory on a 5:30 AM–3:30 PM schedule, five days with Saturdays as needed. Ideal candidates bring at least 1 year of hi-lo forklift experience, strength to stand and lift

Qualifications

• 1+ year experience operating a hi-lo forklift with certification.
• Preferred: experience in fastener or metal manufacturing.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Basic proficiency with computers and inventory tracking systems.
• Solid math and record-keeping skills.
• Ability to work independently and plan material movement.
• Physically able to stand, bend, lift, push/pull throughout the workday.

Responsibilities

• Support material handling throughout all production stages, including receiving, staging, and shipping.
• Operate forklifts (hi-lo) to move steel coils and manufactured parts between workstations.
• Stage and manage tubs for manufacturing, ensuring continuous production flow.
• Assist with expedited or high-priority orders as needed.
• Scan inventory tags and enter data into computer systems.
• Maintain clean and organized workspaces; handle material spills appropriately.
• Identify and report missing documentation or incomplete paperwork.
• Follow safety protocols and company procedures.
• Perform additional duties and preventive maintenance tasks as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Teamwork

Computer basics

Inventory tracking

Math & record-keeping

Independent work

Job description

Job Title

Preventative Maintenance Oiler

Job Location

MNP, Utica, Michigan

Job Schedule

Monday – Thursday & Fridays plus Saturdays as needed; 5:30 AM to 3:30 PM

About us

MNP is an award-winning fastener manufacturer specializing in diameters from M3 to M24. Established in 1970, it is a family-owned business with core values of Humility, Integrity, Trust, Compassion and Dedication. MNP controls the complete manufacturing process from the annealing of the raw coiled steel through heading, rolling, heat treating, plating, coating, packaging, and distributing. Employees at MNP work together in teams yet work without constant supervision. MNP seeks to promote from within and offers training and development at all levels of the organization; 75% of all leadership positions are held by employees who were promoted from within.

About the role

The PM Oiler supports MNP's manufacturing divisions on the shop floor in all stages of material delivery including shipment activities, material handling, and receiving.

Responsibilities

• Support material handling throughout all production stages, including receiving,
• staging, and shipping
• Operate forklifts (hi-lo) to move steel coils and manufactured parts between workstations
• Stage and manage, tubs for manufacturing, ensuring continuous production flow
• Assist with expedited or high-priority orders as needed
• Scan inventory tags and accurately enter data into computer systems
• Maintain clean and organized workspaces; handle any material spills appropriately
• Identify and report missing documentation or incomplete paperwork
• Follow all safety protocols and company procedures
• Perform additional duties and preventive maintenance tasks as assigned

Additional skills and/or experience required for success as a Preventative Maintenance Oiler

• 1+ year of experience operating a hi-lo (forklift) – certification required
• Preferred: Experience in a fastener or metal manufacturing environment
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities
• Basic proficiency with computers and inventory tracking systems
• Solid math and record-keeping skills
• Ability to work independently and proactively plan material movement
• Physically able to stand, bend, lift, push/pull, and be active throughout the workday

Benefits of a Preventive Maintenance Oiler

Along with competitive pay, MNP offers employees BCBS medical, dental and vision insurance, company-paid life insurance, life insurance, flexible spending account, short-term and long-term disability, 401(k) and 401(k) match, discretionary profit-sharing. Aflac products are also available. Benefits listed here are optional and have a waiting period. Additional benefits include a health clinic (onsite in Utica) for employees and their families; optional employee wellness activities include managing and tracking diabetes, blood pressure, and weight control; onsite, personalized retirement counseling; employee referral bonuses and employment of friends and families; access to tickets for Jimmy John's Field; volunteer opportunities include Gleaners, Suite Dreams, Veterans Support activities, Blessings in a Backpack, food and clothing drives, and others; employee recognition includes anniversaries, birthdays, and special events; employee discounts on autos, cell phones, and others; employee social activities include Detroit Tigers opening day, Fat Tuesday, ice cream/popsicles, picnics, team meetings, team outings, one-on-one with the president, and many more.

Equal Employment Opportunity

This job description is not intended to be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the company. We are an equal opportunity employer and a second chance employer. We give consideration for employment to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, and any other related State or Federal protected classes or characteristics.

Additional skills and/or experience required for success in the role

Able to pass a pre-employment, post-offer physical, drug screen

Able to pass a background check