Production Operator

ManpowerGroup; Dexter (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

Dental Plan

Supplemental Life Insurance

Short Term Disability Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

ManpowerGroup is seeking a Production Operator in Ann Arbor, MI, on-site, to support a high-output manufacturing team on the production floor. The role emphasizes hands-on machine operation, attention to detail, and clear communication of issues.

The ideal candidate will load, run, and monitor CNC machines and robotic tending equipment, maintain quality, and follow standard work while keeping the workstation safe and organized on a 1st or 2nd shift.

Qualifications

• Some manufacturing experience preferred (CNC, robotics, assembly, or quality inspection background is a plus).
• Comfortable working with your hands and learning new equipment quickly.
• Strong attention to detail to catch small issues early.
• Reliable attendance and on-time performance for a 1st shift schedule.

Responsibilities

• Load, run, and monitor CNC machines and robotic tending equipment through production cycles.
• Support assembly operations on finished components.
• Perform in-process and final quality inspection using measurement tools (calipers, gauges, scanners).
• Identify and flag defects, out-of-spec parts, or equipment issues before they become bigger problems.
• Follow standard work, maintain accurate production records, and keep your workstation clean, organized, and safe.

Skills

Some manufacturing experience

Job description

Our client, a precision manufacturing organization is seeking a Production Operator to join their team. As a Production Operator, you will be part of the Production floor supporting a high-output manufacturing team. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on machine operation experience, a strong attention to detail, and the ability to communicate issues quickly and clearly, which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Production Operator

Location: Ann Arbor, MI (on-site)

Pay Range: $21/hour

Shift: 1st shift (5AM or 6AM start) & 2nd shift (2:15PM or 3:15PM start)

What's the Job?

• Load, run, and monitor CNC machines and robotic tending equipment through production cycles
• Support assembly operations on finished components
• Perform in-process and final quality inspection using measurement tools (calipers, gauges, scanners)
• Identify and flag defects, out-of-spec parts, or equipment issues before they become bigger problems
• Follow standard work, maintain accurate production records, and keep your workstation clean, organized, and safe

What's Needed?

• Some manufacturing experience preferred (CNC, robotics, assembly, or quality inspection background is a plus)
• Comfortable working with your hands and learning new equipment quickly
• Strong attention to detail to catch small issues early
• Reliable attendance and on-time performance for a 1st shift schedule
• Ability to stand, lift (up to 35 lbs), and move around a production floor for a full shift

What's in it for me?

• Direct impact—your work ships fast, and you can see the results of your effort
• Small team environment with real ownership—your work matters every day
• Room to grow as the company scales

Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)

ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.