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We Are AUTOKINITON

 

AUTOKINITON is a Michigan-based automotive company delivering operational excellence, high-quality execution, and customer service. We offer 100% vertical integration capabilities such as end-to-end engineering, manufacturing, and in-house logistics.

We are proud of our Tier 1 supplier legacy for manufacturing propulsion-agnostic, structural automotive components, and assemblies around the globe.

The Press Operator is responsible for setting up and operating the power press to trim, punch, shape, notch, draw, or crimp metal by performing the following job tasks. MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE!

To help us drive excellence, you will get to:

•       Day to day operation of Tandem Presses / Press Lines.

•       Ensure material, blanks, are loaded & prepared to run.

•       Performs quality checks between Quality Inspector checks, monitors lubrication, scrap, nitro & sight gages.

•       Responsible for minor repairs (e.g., cup replacements)

•       Observes press operations to detect misalignment or malfunction.

•       Preps line for changeover by assisting Tool & Die in staging tooling, hanging set-up cards, and ensuring materials and racks are ready and available for next job.

•       Completes hit-to-hit checklist boards & AOS boards.

•       General cleaning (general housekeeping, 5S, etc.)

•       Fills out production logs, tags, production reports as required

•       Notifies the appropriate Trades Supervisor or Tradesman of required assistance.

•       Participate in continuous improvement meetings and activities.

This is a full-time role, will be part of our team and reports to the Production Supervisor.

Required experience:

•       High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED); or one to three   months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience

•       Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

•       Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.

•       Ability to write simple correspondence.

•       Ability to work overtime, including weekends and holidays as required.

•       Ability to work with a computer and Microsoft Office

•       Ability to perform basic fault recovery.

•       Lock Out / Tag Out training required.

Working conditions:

• We will provide position-specific details including physical and focused efforts, working environment and conditions, and reasonable accommodation during the interview process.

 

Where will you be:

This position is located at our Elkton, MI, facility, offering many community events, resources, programs, and recreational opportunities for you and your family.

Community features:

• For the outdoor activist, hunting, fishing, and lake life!!!
• Those looking for a quiet peaceful place to call home!! 

 Why you will enjoy working here:

• Competitive Wages and Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with Company contribution match, and fourteen paid holidays, including a bridge holiday in December.
• Work-Life Balance: Many of our Associates have stayed with us for 25+ years! It takes a good work-life balance to make it that far. We support your personal and professional priorities as they impact your well-being.
• Growth Opportunities: Take your career to the next level through tuition reimbursement programs, on-the-job training, learning management systems, and advancement opportunities from within our organization.
• Learning and Development: We empower all our Associates – from entry-level to senior-level – with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in their current roles and beyond at AUTOKINITON.

AUTOKINITON Promotes a dynamic and collaborative work environment for everyone.

AUTOKINITON is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. AUTOKINITON makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

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