Production Operator I (Brake - 3rd shift)

MEC (Mayville Engineering Company, Inc.); Hazel Park (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

MEC (Mayville Engineering Company, Inc.) in Hazel Park, MI is seeking a Production Operator to operate basic machinery on the 3rd shift (10 pm–6 am EST). You will follow SOPs, monitor processes, perform routine checks, and maintain a clean, safe work area.

This role emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail, and adherence to safety policies, with ERP software used for production data. A high school diploma is required; manufacturing experience is a plus but not mandatory.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Computer skills including ERP systems.
• Fluent in English and primary language used in area of responsibility and/or location.

Responsibilities

• Operates basic machinery in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Loads and unloads materials into machinery.
• Monitors machine operations and reports 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.

Skills

Machinery basics

Instruction following

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Math skills

ERP systems

English fluency

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Responsible for operating basic machinery and ensuring efficient production processes under supervision. This role involves following established procedures, maintaining safety standards, and performing routine checks to ensure product quality.

Located in Hazel Park, MI. 3rd Shift - 10 pm - 6 am EST.

Job Responsibilities

• Operates basic machinery in accordance with standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Loads and unloads materials into machinery.
• Monitors machine operations and reports 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.
• Computer skills including ERP systems.
• Fluent in English and primary language used in area of responsibility and/or location.

Educational Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent education and experience.

Experience Requirements

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

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).