Secondary Machine Operator, Trainee - Multiple Shifts
MacLean-Fogg is hiring a Secondary Machine Operator Trainee ($18+/hr, multiple shifts) in Farmington Hills, MI.
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Role Summary
Secondary Machine Operator, Trainee supports manufacturing operations—perform equipment setup, maintenance, quality inspections, and process improvements while guiding team members. 1+ years' experience, forklift certification preferred.
Job Details
Position Type: Full-Time/Hourly (Non-Exempt)
Shift: Multiple Shifts (First: 7am - 3pm, Monday to Friday, Second: 3pm - 11pm, Monday to Friday)
Work Location: Onsite - Farmington Hills, MI 48335
Salary range: $18.00+, based on experience and qualifications
Shift Differentials: +$1.00/hr for 2nd shift and +$1.25/hr for 3rd shift
Key Responsibilities
Equipment Setup and Maintenance: Perform moderately complex tasks related to set-up, equipment maintenance, and troubleshooting to ensure machinery runs efficiently
Machinery Operation: Assist in operating machinery in the designated department as needed to meet production demands
Quality Inspection: Inspect materials, final products, and machinery for defects to ensure quality standards are met
Process Improvement: Implement process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and productivity
Production Oversight: Ensure that department output meets organizational expectations and production targets
Team Guidance: Guide the manufacturing/operations team in interpreting existing processes and policies and assist in developing efficiencies or process improvements
Documentation: Complete all necessary documents fully and accurately, maintaining proper records
5S Standards: Adhere to 5S standards, maintaining cleanliness and organization in the work area
Compliance: Follow all Safety, Environmental, and Quality policies and procedures to maintain a safe and compliant work environment
Additional Duties: Perform other duties as assigned by supervisors or management
Experience and Education
Supervision: Perform work under minimal supervision, demonstrating independence and initiative
Problem Solving: Handle complex issues and problems, referring only the most complex issues to higher-level staff
Knowledge: Possess comprehensive working knowledge of the subject matter related to machinery operation and maintenance
Experience: 1 years+ of experience, including experience driving powered industrial equipment
Leadership: Provide leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to a subordinate group to promote team development and efficiency
Certification: Powered industrial equipment certification preferred.
- Department
- Manufacturing & Production
- Locations
- Farmington Hills, MI
- Hourly salary
- $18 - $19
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Work Schedule Category
- Day / 1st Shift, Afternoon or Evening / 2nd Shift
- FLSA Status
- Non-Exempt
- Division
- Fastener Solutions
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