Production Assistant - 2nd Shift

Bodycote; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Bodycote in Grand Rapids, Michigan is seeking a Helper (Production Assistant) to perform essential heat treatment tasks under the supervision of the 3rd shift supervisor.

The role involves preparing work, loading furnaces, ensuring safety, and maintaining equipment while supporting teammates to meet customer specifications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic math skills required.
• Forklift certification required.
• ITAR compliance requires U.S. citizens or permanent residents.
• Overtime and weekend shifts may be required.
• Must read, write and communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Prepare work for processing, including cleaning and fixturing.
• Load and unload furnaces, bins, and fixtures.
• Stack and load parts in customer containers.
• Report problems to the supervisor or management.
• Maintain safety and good housekeeping.
• Care for customer inventory and prevent loss or damage.
• Punctual attendance and teamwork.

Skills

Basic math

English communication

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Our people are the heart of our business. As the world’s largest provider of thermal processing services, Bodycote employs thousands of highly skilled staff around the globe, some of the best engineers, scientists, and technicians in the industry. Come join our team! In the following statements we describe the key duties and responsibilities of the role and the expectations from a keen candidate.

Position Summary

Based in Grand Rapids, Michigan the Helper (Production Assistant) will perform essential job functions associated with heat treatment under the direction of the 3rd shift supervisor to meet customer specifications including assisting other employees as needed.

Essential Job Functions (Duties and Responsibilities)

• Prepares work for processing including cleaning, painting, wiring, fixturing, etc.
• Loads and unloads furnaces, bins, fixtures, baskets, etc.
• Stacks/loads parts in customer bins or containers.
• Immediately brings any unusual problem, irregularity or concern to Heat Treater, Foreman/Lead Person or management.
• Practices and promotes safety and good housekeeping.
• Performs other tasks as assigned or dictated by position.
• This position is responsible for the care and treatment of our customer’s inventory and as such will perform duties in a safe and responsible manner to prevent customer loss or damage.
• Must have the ability to report for work on time, follow directions, interact effectively with co-workers, understand and follow rules and procedures and accept constructive criticism.

Qualifications

• This position must satisfy ITAR compliance requirements, therefore candidates must be U.S. Citizens or Permanent Resident Card Holders.
• Education – High school diploma or equivalent
• Must have knowledge of basic math.
• May be required to work overtime or any shift, including weekends.
• Must have forklift operation certification.
• Must demonstrate the ability to read, write and communicate the English language.

Physical & Mental Demands

• Must be able to work in a standing position for extended periods of time in an industrial environment
• Manual dexterity to perform data entry functions
• Ability to bend, pull, stoop and reach to perform functions
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• May be exposed to heat, fumes, noise, and humidity, etc.
• Must have the cognitive and mental capacity to perform essential job functions
• Must be able to communicate effectively orally and in writing

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and levels of the work performed by employees, but are not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, the job description does not constitute a written or implied contract for employment. Bodycote reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

Bodycote is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against current and prospective employees based on race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age for individuals over forty years of age, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state and local laws.

Our services are a vital part of many manufacturing processes. We make metal stronger, more durable, and more corrosion resistant. Servicing local and international clients from highly accredited facilities our experience and expertise ensures we deliver to the quality and reliability demanded by the markets we serve and the products we deliver.