Production Operator I

Mayville Engineering Company, Inc.; Byron Township (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Mayville Engineering Company, Inc. in Michigan is seeking a reliable production associate to operate basic machinery, load materials, and monitor processes under SOPs. This role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

You will perform routine equipment checks, report issues to supervision, and help troubleshoot problems. The position requires basic math and Fluent English, with high school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of machinery and production processes.
• Ability to follow instructions and safety guidelines.
• Strong attention to detail and quality control.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Basic math skills.
• Fluent in English.

Responsibilities

• Operate basic machinery following SOPs.
• Load and unload materials into equipment.
• Monitor operations and report issues to supervisor.
• Perform routine equipment checks and maintenance.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Adhere to safety policies and procedures.
• Assist in troubleshooting machine issues.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Machinery operation

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Basic math

English fluency

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Operates basic machinery in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Loads and unloads materials into machinery.
• Monitors machine operations and report any issues to the supervisor.
• Performs routine checks and maintenance of equipment.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area.
• Adheres to all safety and company policies.
• Assists in troubleshooting machine issues.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Job Skills Requirements

• Basic understanding of machinery and production processes.
• Ability to follow instructions and safety guidelines.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Basic math skills.
• Fluent in English and primary language used in area of responsibility and/or location.

Physical & Environmental Requirements

• Some physical demand; often lifts light to heavy-weight material. Frequent lifting/moving average weight (up to 50lbs/11-27 kgs) material.
• Ability to perform occasional to frequent pushing, pulling, bending, kneeling, twisting, crawling and/or reaching over a full work shift (8-12 hours).
• Ability to operate motorized vehicles over a full work shift (8-12 hours).
• Ability to stand and / or walk constantly over a full work shift on concrete (8-12 hours).
• May be exposed to noise levels for which hearing protection is required to be worn over a full work shift (8-12 hours).

Qualifications

Education

Preferred

High School or better.

Experience

Preferred

Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment preferred but not required.

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