What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Laborer - 1st Shift position at Axis Engineering?
We are AUTOKINITON (pronounced auto-ken-i- TAHN )
Axis Engineering is a company of AUTOKINITON which delivers 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.
To help us drive excellence, as a Designer, you will get to :
Support the Company’s mission, vision, values, and goals in performance of daily activities.
- Lifts metal part or stock onto machine and secures it on machine table, in chuck, or holding fixture.
- Performs manual bench-type tasks such as sawing, filing, grinding, Milling, Drilling, painting, etc.
- Removes burrs and excess metal from machined parts.
- Inspects parts, components, visually for quality defects such as scrap marks, rust, burrs, etc.
- Delivers metal parts or stock to designated work areas for machining.
- Inspects and ensures parts, components, and assemblies meet specifications.
- Labels and / or tag parts and baskets.
- Make deliveries or pick-ups when needed.
- Collect or distribute heat treat items.
- Monitors machine operations for malfunctions or problems and notifies supervisor or maintenance immediately upon discovery.
- Performs routine and preventative maintenance and setup work to maintain machines according to schedules, which may require repairing, replacing, and lubricating parts.
- Adds coolant to reservoirs of machines and lubricates machine parts and ways.
- Responsible for snow and ice removal; sidewalks, entrances, between buildings.
- Dump steel and aluminum scrap and ensure pickup when full.
- Dump shop trash containers.
- Compact and bundle cardboard for recycling.
- Gather paper and plastic for recycling.
- Cleans around work areas to keep orderly and safe by sweeping the floor, scrubbing floor, removing scrap and refuse, and storing tools and parts.
- Performs all duties and operates machinery and equipment according to MIOSHA standards and company procedures using required safety equipment (gloves, steel toe shoes, safety glasses, etc.).
Solid knowledge of commercial and / or construction painting techniques
REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES
This full-time role in our Maintenance team and reports to the Operations Manager.
REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
High school Diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months’ related experience and / or training; or equivalent combination of education or experience.
Where you will be :
This position is located at our location in Grand Rapids, MI offering many community events, resources, programs, and recreational opportunities for you and your family.
Why you will enjoy working here :
Competitive Wages and Comprehensive Benefits : Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with Company contribution match, and 15 paid holidays, including a bridge holiday in December and a generous referral bonus policy!!
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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