Mechanical Assembly Technician, Lean 5S Operations

Colson Group Holdings•Saint Joseph, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Based in Saint Joseph, MI and reporting to the Production Supervisor (or designee), you will assemble Snap-on products from start to finish using written and verbal work instructions. You’ll move materials, perform inspections, package finished goods, complete ERP transactions, and keep your work area clean and orderly to 5S standards. You will also communicate priorities, progress, and results to support our standards and continuous improvement culture. A day in the life Start your shift by reviewing work instructions, staging components, and logging into the ERP (Epicor preferred) to manage material transactions and paperwork. Assemble components, check fit and function, and fasten subassemblies with care and precision. Perform in-process checks and final inspection, then label, package, and palletize finished product. Replenish and track supplies: check stock levels, anticipate needs, place/expedite orders, and verify receipts. Maintain a spotless, safe work area—sweep floors, clean equipment, tidy bowl enclosures—and uphold 5S. Capture shift production summaries and report progress, priorities, and results. Assist the team and take on related projects as needed to meet goals.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent.
Assembly team experience; 1 year preferred.
Familiarity with ERP systems such as Epicor is a plus.
Comfort with basic computer tasks (data entry).
Strong reading and math skills.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Ownership mindset to plan work, set priorities, monitor progress, and communicate outcomes.
Commitment to quality by following organizational standards.
Lift up to 50 pounds.
Frequent bending/stooping; repetitive fine-motor hand movements.
Standing and walking 8+ hours per day; walking long distances throughout the day.
Climb step stools/small ladders as needed.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with ERP systems such as Epicor is a plus.

Responsibilities

Assemble Snap-on products from start to finish using written and verbal work instructions.
Move materials.
Perform inspections.
Package finished goods.
Complete ERP transactions.
Keep work area clean and orderly to 5S standards.
Communicate priorities, progress, and results.
Review work instructions, stage components, and log into the ERP.
Manage material transactions and paperwork.
Assemble components, check fit and function, and fasten subassemblies.
Perform in-process checks and final inspection.
Label, package, and palletize finished product.
Replenish and track supplies.
Check stock levels, anticipate needs, place/expedite orders, and verify receipts.
Maintain a spotless, safe work area.
Sweep floors, clean equipment, tidy bowl enclosures.
Capture shift production summaries and report progress, priorities, and results.
Assist the team and take on related projects as needed to meet goals.