Full Time Machine Operator Jobs in Detroit, MI (NOW HIRING)

Machine Operator | 2nd Shift

Build Your Career with TWB, a Joint Venture of Worthington Steel and Baosteel

Earn $20.88/hour + $1.00 Shift Differential

$1,500 Retention Bonus | Day 1 Benefits | Quarterly Profit Sharing

Learn to operate advanced laser welding equipment while building a long-term manufacturing career. No laser welding experience is required. We provide the training.

Looking for a stable manufacturing career with competitive pay, outstanding benefits, and opportunities to grow?

At TWB, we're looking for dependable, safety-focused individuals who take pride in producing quality work and want to build a long-term career. If you have experience in manufacturing, production, machine operation, material handling, warehousing, or forklift operation, we'd love to hear from you.

For more than 30 years, TWB has been North America's leader in tailor welded blanks. As a joint venture between Worthington Steel and Baosteel, we manufacture innovative steel solutions that help make vehicles stronger, lighter, safer, and more fuel efficient. In fact, our products are found in more than half of all vehicles built in the United States.

Our culture is built on a simple philosophy: The Golden Rule. We believe in treating others the way we want to be treated, and we're committed to helping our employees succeed.

Why Join TWB?

We offer more than just a paycheck. We offer a career.

Benefits include:

Starting pay of $20.88/hour
$1.00/hour shift differential
$1,500 retention bonus paid during your first year
Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting Day 1
Paid holidays starting Day 1
Quarterly profit sharing because your hard work should be rewarded
Performance-based pay increases
Paid on-the-job training
Career growth and advancement opportunities
Stable, full-time employment with an industry leader

Schedule

Permanent 2nd Shift

5:00 PM to 5:00 AM

Continental Schedule

Work 2 days
Off 2 days
Work 3 days
Then the schedule reverses the following week

You'll work 48 hours one week and 36 hours the next, providing built-in overtime while still enjoying regular days off.

What You'll Do

As a Machine Operator, you'll help produce high-quality automotive components while working in a safe, team-oriented manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities include:

Operate advanced laser welding equipment
Load and unload materials using forklifts and overhead cranes
Set up equipment for production runs and product changeovers
Monitor equipment and perform basic troubleshooting
Perform quality inspections using measuring devices
Move materials safely and efficiently throughout the facility
Follow all safety, quality, and operating procedures
Maintain a clean and organized work area
Work with your team to meet production goals

What We're Looking For

We're looking for people who are dependable, motivated, and ready to build a long-term career.

Qualified candidates will have:

At least 6 months of manufacturing, production, machine operation, warehouse, or material handling experience
A strong work ethic and reliable attendance
Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn
Commitment to safety and quality
Basic computer skills
Ability to read measuring devices and perform basic math
Forklift and/or overhead crane experience is preferred
High school diploma or GED

You'll Be Successful Here If You

Show up ready to work every day
Enjoy working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Take pride in producing quality work
Work well as part of a team
Have a positive attitude and are eager to learn
Want a stable career with opportunities to grow
Believe in treating others with respect

Why TWB?

At TWB, we're not just looking for someone to fill a position. We're looking for someone who wants to build a career with us.

If you're dependable, safety-minded, and ready to learn, we'll provide the training, support, and opportunities to help you succeed.

Apply today and become part of a team that's helping shape the future of the automotive industry.

TWB, Tailor Welded Blanks, is a joint venture of Worthington Steel and BAO Steel Company. The company developed the tailor welded blank market and has been the leading manufacturer of tailor welded products in North America for over 30 years. We support just in time production and services to the automotive industry, making vehicles stronger and lighter which also makes them safer and more fuel efficient! TWB is committed to a long-standing philosophy rooted in the Golden Rule and takes pride in the accomplishments of our team members in facilities across Michigan, Ohio, Kentucky, Tennessee, Canada, and Mexico. 

Salary:

Why You Will Love Working Here:

• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance that starts on your first day
• 401(K) Match + Employer contribution
• Tuition assistance for continuing or career related education
• Employee Assistance Program
• Quarterly profit sharing (with no cap!)

 Hourly:

Why You Will Love Working Here:

• Competitive Pay
• Quarterly Profit Sharing (with no cap!)
• Overtime Paid at time and a half between 40-48 hours and double time after 48 hours/week
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance that starts on your first day
• 401(K) Match + Employer Contribution
• Tuition assistance for continuing or career related education
• Employee Assistance Program