Production Operator 1st Shift 7am3pm 1800

Autokiniton; Grand Ledge (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

14 paid holidays

Job summary

AUTOKINITON in Grand Ledge, Michigan is seeking Production Operators to join our manufacturing team. The role involves operating production machines, following setup instructions, and loading parts for automotive components in a structured, safety-focused environment.

We value candidates who are reliable, detail-driven, and able to work various shifts, including weekends. The company offers competitive wages and comprehensive benefits in a dynamic, collaborative workplace.

Qualifications

• Must be able to follow written instructions and work in a structured environment.
• Candidate should be quality-driven and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Operates a variety of production machines (robotic welding).
• Follows written instructions to determine production requirements and part specifications.
• Accepts oral instructions from supervisors and other employees as a secondary source.
• Manually loads parts into machines and places parts into inventory baskets.

Skills

Process oriented

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

AUTOKINITON is a Michigan-based automotive company delivering operational excellence, high-quality execution, and customer service. We offer 100% vertical integration capabilities such as end-to-end engineering, manufacturing, and in-house logistics.

We’re proud of our Tier 1 supplier legacy for manufacturing propulsion-agnostic, structural automotive components, and assemblies around the globe.

AUTOKINITON has immediate openings for Production Operators in Grand Ledge, Michigan

• Searching for reliable individuals
• We are looking for process orientated candidates that are quality driven, attentive to detail and prefer a structured working environment to manufacture parts for the automotive industry.

To help us drive excellence, you’ll get to:

• Operates a variety of production machines (robotic welding).
• Follows written instructions to determine production requirements and part specifications as displayed on scheduling boards and work standard sheets.
• Secondary sources of information include, but are not limited to, oral instructions from supervisors and/or other employees.
• Manually loads parts or blanks into machine and place parts into inventory baskets

SUCCESS FACTORS:

• A High school diploma or GED
• 2 years of experience in manufacturing preferred
• The ability to stand, walk, bend & reach for extended periods of time, and the ability to repeatedly lift to 35 pounds
• The ability to work any shift, including weekends

Working conditions:

• We’ll provide position-specific details including physical and focused efforts, working environment and conditions, and reasonable accommodations during the interview process.

Where you’ll be:

This position is located at our Grand Ledge, MI Plant, offering many community events, resources, programs, and recreational opportunities for you and your family.

Why you’ll enjoy working here:

• Competitive Wages and Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with Company contribution match, and 14 paid holidays, including a bridge holiday in December.
• Work-Life Balance: Many of our Associates have stayed with us for 25+ years! It takes a good work-life balance to make it that far. We support your personal and professional priorities as they impact your well‑being.
• Growth Opportunities: Take your career to the next level through tuition reimbursement programs, on-the-job training, learning management systems, and advancement opportunities from within our organization.
• Learning and Development: We empower all our Associates – from entry-level to senior-level – with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in their current roles and beyond at AUTOKINITON.

AUTOKINITON Promotes a dynamic and collaborative work environment for everyone.

AUTOKINITON is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. AUTOKINITON makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.