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Emerald Technologies

SMT Operator II

Saline, MI · On-site

$15.75 - $21/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Monitor production runs, respond to alarms, and perform startup/shutdown procedures * Load, verify ... Defense, Life Sciences, Renewable Energy, Industrial Controls, Power & Infrastructure ...

Kratos Defense

Engine Test Technician

Auburn Hills, MI · On-site

Perform engine startup, operational monitoring, shutdown, and post-test inspections. * Verify engine performance against established acceptance criteria. * Identify nonconforming hardware and ...

dmsmanufacdet

Senior Applications Engineer

Wixom, MI · On-site

... defense systems, robotics, clean energy, and advanced mobility. We operate with the discipline of Detroit manufacturing and the agility of a startup. Our customers are trying to change their ...

ASRC Federal Holding

Mechanical Project Manager

Sterling Heights, MI · On-site

$84K - $114K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... defense. As an Alaska Native owned corporation, our work helps secure an enduring future for our ... startup efforts. * Coordinate the resolution of technical, manufacturing, and supply chain issues ...

Versigent

AI Build Engineer Manager

Troy, MI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Life

  • PTO

What defines us is how we work: with the agility and momentum of a startup, backed by the ... AI Security & Defensive Engineering * Containerization & Cloud Orchestration * Technical Governance ...

Technique, Inc.

Controls/Robotic Engineer

Jackson, MI · On-site

$74K - $96K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... startup. * HMI Development - Design and develop human-machine interfaces (HMI) for production ... defense, automotive, motorsports, medical, and food processing industries. We specialize in high ...

Technique Inc

Controls/Robotic Engineer

Jackson, MI · On-site

$74K - $96K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... startup. * HMI Development - Design and develop human-machine interfaces (HMI) for production ... defense, automotive, motorsports, medical, and food processing industries. We specialize in high ...

Edge Autonomy

Firmware Engineer, Staff

Ann Arbor, MI · On-site

$134 - $176/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... startup code, interrupt handling, peripheral configuration, and memory management. * Proven ... Prior experience with defense contracts * Proven ability to lead clean-sheet embedded system ...

Edge Autonomy

Firmware Engineer, Staff

Ann Arbor, MI · On-site

$134K - $175K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

... startup code, interrupt handling, peripheral configuration, and memory management. * Proven ... Prior experience with defense contracts * Proven ability to lead clean-sheet embedded system ...

Pae

Mechanical Process Engineer

Detroit, MI

$72K - $96K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Our projects span the automotive, motorsports, defense, nuclear, and aerospace markets. Recent ... for startup/commissioning activities at job sites. * Participating in proposal development and ...

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Laser Operator - 2nd Shift (2:00 pm to 10:30 pm)

Dowding Industries Inc

Eaton Rapids, MI

$16.75 - $21.25/hr

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Re-posted 16 days ago

Job description

About Us
Since 1965, Dowding has grown from a tool and die manufacturer to a leading edge, world-class manufacturer of metal stampings, fabrication, precision machined components, and assemblies. We capitalize on our rich manufacturing history and utilize Michigan's engineering expertise to provide our customers the competitive advantage needed in today's markets. At Dowding Industries, we utilize only the latest advanced processing methods and assembly technologies to deliver tomorrow's solutions, today. Producing parts for automotive, railcar, defense and infrastructure sectors as well, we are helping bring Michigan back to the forefront of manufacturing! Dowding Industries is firmly committed to providing products and services which in all ways meet or exceed our customer's requirements for delivery, quality and value.
Position Summary
Operate laser machine, which cuts parts out of raw steel. Check parts to blueprints, use calipers and micrometers, pull parts and stack on skids.
Responsibilities
  • Adhere to all safety guidelines and requirements.
  • Perform laser startup and PM’s of machine.
  • Operate overhead crane.
  • Check first and last pieces for quality. Ensure parts are free from blemishes.
  • Use pin gauges, calipers, mics, fabervision, and CMM to validate parts to prints.
  • Make adjustments such as laser offsets and alignment.
  • Stock parts in a safe and orderly manner.
  • Clean machine during and before end of shift.
  • Make sure all tools are returned to shadow board.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Previous experience in a related role preferred.
  • Previous experience leading employees required.
  • Able to make fast, accurate decisions relating to the production process and equipment.
  • Quality standards must be strictly adhered to, so attention to detail is extremely important.
  • Basic understanding of blueprints required.
Physical Requirements
  • The employee is required to remain upright on the feet for sustained periods of time. Employee will be required to reach or lift. Position is subject to substantial movements of the wrists, hands, or fingers.
  • The worker is required to have visual acuity to perform an activity such as: operating machines such as lathes where the seeing job is within arm’s reach.
  • The worker is subject to inside environmental conditions: Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.
Dowding Industries, Inc. Offers a Competitive Total Compensation Package
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage (including spouse or domestic partner and children)
  • Medical flexible spending account
  • Life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability
  • 401(k) retirement program
  • Paid time off
  • Paid holidays

Dowding Industries Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the concept and practice of equal opportunity in all aspects of employment. We encourage qualified individuals with diverse backgrounds and experience to apply.

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