General Laborer - 2nd Shift

Axis Engineering • Dundee, MI

2h

About The Position

AUTOKINITON is hiring a General Laborer for work supporting automotive manufacturing operations. The role involves handling metal stock and parts, performing manual bench tasks and basic machine upkeep, inspecting and labeling parts, moving materials, and maintaining clean, safe work areas. The job description identifies the position as first shift, though the title says second shift; shift times may vary depending on production needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or one year of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education or experience.
• Solid knowledge of commercial and/or construction painting techniques.
• Use required safety equipment, including gloves, steel-toe shoes, and safety glasses.

Responsibilities

• Lift metal parts or stock onto machines and secure them on machine tables, in chucks, or in holding fixtures.
• Perform manual bench tasks such as sawing, filing, grinding, milling, drilling, and painting.
• Remove burrs and excess metal from machined parts.
• Visually inspect parts and components for quality defects, including scrap marks, rust, and burrs.
• Label or tag parts and baskets.
• Make deliveries or pickups when needed.
• Collect or distribute heat-treat items.
• Monitor machine operations for malfunctions or problems and immediately notify a supervisor or maintenance upon discovery.
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance and machine setup work according to schedules, including repairing, replacing, and lubricating parts as needed.
• Deliver metal parts or stock to designated machining work areas.
• Add coolant to machine reservoirs and lubricate machine parts and ways.
• Remove snow and ice from sidewalks, entrances, and areas between buildings.
• Check and dump steel and aluminum scrap daily.
• Dump the shop trash container daily.
• Compact and bundle cardboard for recycling.
• Gather paper and plastic for recycling.
• Keep work areas orderly and safe by sweeping and scrubbing floors, removing scrap and refuse, and storing tools and parts.
• Perform duties and operate machinery and equipment according to MIOSHA standards and company procedures, using required safety equipment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) with company contribution match.
• Up to 15 paid holidays annually.
• Tool allowance for Skilled Trades Associates.
• Relocation assistance, including temporary housing and travel costs, for Skilled Trades and Salaried positions.
• Tuition reimbursement programs.
• On-the-job training, learning management systems, and internal advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED