Production Assistant

Work Skills Corporation (WSC); Brighton (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Job summary

Work Skills Corporation (WSC) in Brighton, MI is seeking a dependable Production Assistant to support daily production operations and promote quality and safety. You will work with the Production Supervisor and Production Coordinator to meet customer expectations and help the team succeed.

You will assist with coordinating production personnel, training teammates, and maintaining accurate records, while safely operating equipment and supporting crisis intervention when needed.

Qualifications

• Dependable and team-oriented candidate with strong communication and organizational skills.
• Attention to quality and safety, with detail oriented approach.
• Motivated problem-solver who can coordinate daily tasks and adapt to changing production needs.
• Enjoys supporting others, sharing knowledge, and encouraging professional growth.
• Able to safely operate material-handling equipment and follow procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support and develop the team by coordinating production personnel and training team members.
• Maintain quality standards by reviewing work instructions and monitoring product quality.
• Coordinate daily production to meet customer schedules, monitor workflow, and minimize downtime.
• Provide operational support and serve as backup to Production Coordinator when needed.
• Complete documentation with accurate daily production records and time studies for active jobs.
• Promote a safe workplace by operating material-handling equipment safely and following procedures.
• Support team members and collaborate with case management staff to provide crisis intervention when needed.

Job description

Work Skills Corporation (WSC) is seeking a dependable and motivated Production Assistant to support daily production operations, promote quality and safety, and help team members develop their skills. This role works closely with the Production Supervisor and Production Coordinator to keep operations running smoothly, meet customer expectations, and support team success.

What You'll Do

• Support and Develop the Team: Assist with coordinating production personnel, training team members, and encouraging skill development and career growth.
• Maintain Quality Standards: Help develop and review work instructions, monitor product quality, and address quality concerns promptly.
• Coordinate Daily Production: Help meet customer production schedules, monitor workflow, improve efficiency, and minimize downtime.
• Provide Operational Support: Assist with customer service efforts and serve as a backup to the Production Coordinator when needed.
• Complete Documentation: Maintain accurate daily production records and assist with time studies for active jobs.
• Promote a Safe Workplace: Safely operate material-handling equipment and follow established safety procedures.
• Support Team Members: Collaborate with case management staff to provide crisis intervention support when needed.

What We're Looking For

• A dependable, team-oriented individual with strong communication and organizational skills.
• Someone who takes pride in quality, safety, and attention to detail.
• A motivated problem-solver who can help coordinate daily tasks and adapt to changing production needs.
• An individual who enjoys supporting others, sharing knowledge, and encouraging professional growth.
• The ability to safely operate material-handling equipment and follow established procedures.

Why Work Skills Corporation?

your work has purpose. We are a local, community-based nonprofit focused on helping people optimize their potential.

We offer:

• Career laddering and opportunities to grow
• Casual, supportive, family-like work environment
• Competitive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance with no or low employee contributions
• Life, LTD, AD'D, AFLAC, and a 403(b) with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development
• WSC Cares wellness benefit with $150/year toward eligible health and wellness expenses
• Fun employee perks, including popcorn days, massage days, prize drawings, slushy days, casual dress, and Work Thrills! events
• An award-winning workplace recognized by Crain's Coolest Places to Work 2025, The Best of MichBusiness, and the National Best & Brightest Companies to Work For

Equal Opportunity Employer

WSC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We actively recruit, hire, develop, and promote qualified individuals from all backgrounds, including those historically underrepresented, and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities.

If you require assistance or a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of your application, please contact us:

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