Production Operators - 1st Shift (5am-3pm, $18.00/ hr.)

Job Location

13112 Oneida Road, Grand Ledge, Michigan

Tracking Code

10704

Position Type

Full-Time/Regular

We are AUTOKINITON (pronounced auto-ken-i-TAHN)

AUTOKINITON is a Michigan-based family of automotive companies 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’re proud of our Tier 1 supplier legacy for manufacturing propulsion-agnostic, structural automotive components, and assemblies around the globe.

AUTOKINITON, has immediate openings for Production Operators in Grand Ledge, Michigan

Starting Pay Rate $18.00 hour (First Shift -- 5am-3pm)

We are looking for process orientated candidates that are quality driven, attentive to detail and prefer a structured working environment to manufacture parts for the automotive industry.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Operators a variety of production machines (stamping and welding).
Follows written instructions to determine production requirements and part specifications as displayed on scheduling boards and work standard sheets.
Secondary sources of information include, but are not limited to, oral instructions from supervisors and/or other employees.
Manually loads parts or blanks into machine and place parts into inventory baskets
Punctual and regular attendance is required

Why you’ll enjoy working here:

Competitive Wages and Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with Company contribution match, and 14 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.

Required Skills

SUCCESS FACTORS:

A High school diploma or GED

2 years of experience in manufacturing preferred

The ability to stand, walk, bend & reach for extended periods of time, and the ability to repeatedly lift to 35 pounds

The ability to work any shift, including weekends

Posted Date

3/5/2026

This position is located at 13112 Oneida Road, Grand Ledge, MI. View the Google Map in full screen.

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