Production Technician - Night Shift

kaisercareers; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 44,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Best-in-Class training

Pay progression to $21.23

Monthly bonus up to 20%

401(k) matching up to 6%

Health/dental/vision insurance

Vacation hours

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Kaiser Aluminum Kalamazoo is seeking Production Technicians to join our automated, safety-focused team in Kalamazoo, MI. This full-time role features alternating 3- and 4-day weeks, with shifts from 6:00 to 6:00 and training that can lead to higher pay as you learn.

You will operate automated equipment for extrusion or casting aluminum, follow SOPs, and collaborate across departments. Requirements include a high school diploma and at least 6 months of related work experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Six months of related work experience in manufacturing or similar.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work well in a team and solve problems.
• Forklift experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate automated equipment for extrusion or casting aluminum.
• Follow safety procedures and standard operating procedures.
• Interact daily with team members and other departments.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Safety-conscious

Learning mindset

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift experience

Job description

Kaiser Aluminum Kalamazoo is looking for Production Technicians to join our team. This is a full-time opportunity with alternating 3- and 4-day work weeks. Shift hours are 6:00 to 6:00. You will earn an additional $2 per hour for work hours performed on the D night shift (6p-6a Thurs, Fri, Sat and every other Wed) and $1 per hour for C night shift (6p-6a Sun, Mon, Tues and every other Wed). Flexibility in shifts is required - the assigned training shift may or may not be your eventual assigned post-training shift. Shifts are selected by union seniority.

We are a highly automated, Best-In-Class aluminum casting and extrusion facility looking for safety conscious, collaborative, hardworking people who are interested in being a part of our continuous learning environment. We pride ourselves on creating work-life balance for our team members, along with a safety-first driven culture. Our Production Technicians are key positions within our team. They take immense pride in the aluminum we produce. Our teams span family generations, creating a rich history and ensuring future generations strive for excellence.

Here is a breakdown of all the ways you benefit while working at Kaiser Aluminum:

• Best-in-Class new hire orientation and training
• You will receive job training to increase your base hourly wage to $21.23 with additional pay as you learn more
• Incentive bonus based on plant performance, up to 20%, paid monthly
• Annual pay increase
• Company match 401(k) up to 6%
• Excellent, low-cost medical, dental, and vision benefits, start day one
• Vacation hours earned every 30 hours worked for the 1st year. After 1 year, provided 160 vacation hours
• Overtime opportunities

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

What you will be working on with Team Kaiser Aluminum - Kalamazoo

• The Production Technician is responsible for operating automated equipment associated with the processes of extrusion or casting aluminum. The Production Technician must embrace these responsibilities while following safe practices, standard operating procedures, and quality requirements for our customers. You will Interact daily with other team members, and representatives of other departments.

What you will bring to the role:

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• Six (6) months relative work experience (ex. agriculture, light manufacturing, product assembly, restaurant industry, or relevant experience)
• Solid verbal and written communication skills
• Aptitude and drive to learn professional skills to help advance your career
• Ability to work well with others in a team environment and on problem solving activities
• Previous experience operating a forklift and other mobile equipment (preferred)

About Kaiser Aluminum Kalamazoo

Kaiser Aluminum Kalamazoo is a highly automated, Best-In-Class aluminum production facility, unlike any other in the area. We maintain the highest standards for safety and quality. We value and reward our employees with our safety-first focus, day one benefits, attendance incentives, monthly production bonuses, professional skill development, career development and promotion opportunities, and more!

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered based on job-related qualifications and abilities. There shall be no discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

About Kaiser Aluminum: Talented people join our team because we are a company passionate about environmental sustainability, employee growth, contributing back to our communities and championing an inclusive culture.