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11 Gkn Automotive Jobs Hiring Near You

3rd Shift Assembly Operators

Bowling Green, OH · On-site

$15.25 - $18.50/hr

About GKN Automotive: We have been inventing the future for 250 years. A global automotive technology company that pioneered electric drive systems and is now driving the future of transportation.

Materials - Tugger

Bowling Green, OH · On-site

$15.75 - $19/hr

GKN Automotive is the market leader in conventional, all-wheel and electrified drive systems and solutions. With a comprehensive global footprint, we design, develop, manufacture, and integrate an ...

2nd Shift Assembly Operators

Bowling Green, OH · On-site

$15.25 - $18.50/hr

Formed through the acquisition of Dowlais Group plc and its subsidiaries - GKN Automotive and GKN Powder Metallurgy, Dauch unites deep engineering roots with global manufacturing capabilities and an ...

1st Shift Assembly Operators

Bowling Green, OH · On-site

$15.25 - $18.50/hr

Formed through the acquisition of Dowlais Group plc and its subsidiaries - GKN Automotive and GKN Powder Metallurgy, Dauch unites deep engineering roots with global manufacturing capabilities and an ...

We're looking for a people person to join us as an HR Business Partner Location: Legazpi - on site We are seeking a strategic and hands-on HR Business Partner to drive organizational success through ...

3rd Shift Machine Operator

Bowling Green, OH · On-site

$16 - $19.25/hr

Responsibilities: * setting up and operating machine tools like lathes, milling machines, grinders, and CNC machines to produce precision parts. * Interpret technical drawings and specifications ...

GKN Automotive Jobs Information

Do workers at GKN Automotive get paid breaks?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid breaks.
42% of people say they don’t get paid breaks.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Does GKN Automotive pay people when they’re sick?

Sometimes. Only some people get paid when they’re sick.
54% of people say they wouldn’t get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

At GKN Automotive, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Sick days and vacation days are used from the same paid time off.
71% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 21 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

Is the health insurance from GKN Automotive affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
90% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 20 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2025 and July 2026.

Do people get paid time off at GKN Automotive?

Most people get paid time off work.
91% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 23 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between July 2025 and July 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 100% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and June 2026.

Do workers at GKN Automotive worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
75% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Do GKN Automotive workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Most people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
75% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and June 2026.

How easy is it for GKN Automotive workers to change shifts?

Most people find it hard to change shifts.
83% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and May 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at GKN Automotive?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
92% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do GKN Automotive managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
77% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Do jobs at GKN Automotive spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
0% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at GKN Automotive?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
88% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Is working at GKN Automotive good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Only some parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
58% of people who care for a child or other relative report this isn’t a good place to work.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do people at GKN Automotive feel treated with respect by their managers?

Some people don’t feel treated with respect by their managers.
38% of people say they’re not treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 24 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do people at GKN Automotive get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
72% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Is it stressful to work at GKN Automotive?

Most people feel stressed out here.
78% of people say they often feel stressed out at work.
Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do people at GKN Automotive enjoy their jobs?

Only some people enjoy their job.
44% of people report they don’t enjoy their job.
Based on data from 18 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and July 2026.

Do people at GKN Automotive recommend working with their team?

Not many people recommend working with their team.
70% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at GKN Automotive?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
38% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do people get support to advance at GKN Automotive?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 56% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do people think GKN Automotive’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
96% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 25 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how GKN Automotive is doing?

Most people don’t feel well informed about how the company is doing.
73% of people feel that they aren’t kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.
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3rd Shift Assembly Operators

GKN Automotive

Bowling Green, OH • On-site

$15.25 - $18.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 22 days ago


GKN Automotive rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 27 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

About The Opportunity

To work in a team environment to assemble automotive components, evaluates differentials and clutch type parts to meet quality standards of the customer and delivery schedules.   GKN offers a climate-controlled environment, tuition reimbursement programs, and benefits within 30 days.

Key Responsibilities

Demonstrate a thorough knowledge of all Plant and cell/line safety and environmental policies and procedures and be able to recognize potential safety hazards.
Possess full knowledge of all equipment within the cell/line.
Operate all equipment within the cell/line at standard operating rates with minimum downtime.
Demonstrate full knowledge of autonomous maintenance, Safety Alerts, Quality Alerts and change management procedures related to the cell/line.
Demonstrate correct gaging techniques and perform all quality verification within the cell/line to the required standard.
Demonstrate the ability to run masters and/or red rabbits.
Demonstrate the ability to reset errors.
 

Qualifications / Experience / Skills

Good motor skills, hand dexterity, ability to stand for long periods, walk, stoop, kneel and move/push +40 lbs and good or corrected vision and hearing.
High School Diploma or GED
Prefer manufacturing or assembly experience (minimum 3 months).

About GKN Automotive:

We have been inventing the future for 250 years. A global automotive technology company that pioneered electric drive systems and is now driving the future of transportation. GKN Automotive is the market leader in conventional, all-wheel and electrified drive systems and solutions. With a comprehensive global footprint, we design, develop, manufacture, and integrate an extensive range of driveline technologies for over 90% of the world's car manufacturers.

What do we offer?

Compensation:  Competitive Pay and possible pay increase after 90 days of employment 

Benefits: Eligible employees may participate in most benefit programs on the first of the month following or coincident with date of hire.

             Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
             Employer Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
             Pre-tax Savings & Spending Accounts (HSAs and FSAs)
             Voluntary Benefits- a variety of options
             Employer Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability
             401(k) Plan with Employer Match

As a global engineering company, innovation is what differentiates us from our competitors and is central to our success.  We seek people of different backgrounds, with different skills and perspectives to spark originality, imagination, and creativeness in our teams around the world. GKN Automotive is an equal opportunity employer.  We treat all employees and applicants fairly and are committed to ensuring that there is no discrimination or harassment against any employee or applicant on the grounds of age, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.  We are committed to providing individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process.  Please contact us to request any such accommodation: careers@gknautomotive.com

GKN Automotive is the market leader in conventional, all-wheel and electrified drive systems and solutions. With a comprehensive global footprint, we design, develop, manufacture and integrate an extensive range of driveline technologies for over 90% of the world's car manufacturers. As a global engineering company, innovation is what differentiates us from our competitors and is central to our success. A balance of cultures, ethnicities and genders help bring new ideas and creativity to GKN Automotive. We need people of different backgrounds, with different skills and perspectives to spark originality, imagination and creativeness in our teams around the world. GKN Automotive is an equal opportunity employer. We treat all our employees and applicants fairly and are committed to ensuring that there is no discrimination or harassment against any employee or qualified applicant on the grounds of age, race, creed, colour, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process. Please contact us to request any such accommodation.

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