Production Worker – 15-16.50/HR -Start

General Production Worker- ALL SHIFTS

$15-16.50/hr

ENTRY LEVEL

Shifts:

1st: 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

2nd: 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m

3rd: 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m

Job Description

This role supports a long-established plastics manufacturer serving the automotive industry by working with injection molding equipment in a clean, modern production facility. You will operate within your own work cell to load and unload parts, perform visual quality checks on finished products, and complete light assembly and trimming of excess materials as needed. This position offers multiple shift options and opportunities to grow into higher-responsibility roles over time.

Responsibilities

• Work within an assigned production work cell to support injection molding operations.
• Load raw or semi-finished parts into machines and safely unload finished parts from injection molding presses.
• Perform routine visual and basic dimensional quality checks on finished products to ensure they meet specifications.
• Complete light assembly tasks on molded components as required for specific product lines.
• Trim excess materials and flash from molded parts using hand tools or other basic equipment.
• Follow standard operating procedures and work instructions for each machine and product.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area to support safety, efficiency, and product quality.
• Handle parts carefully to prevent damage and maintain consistent product standards.
• Communicate any quality, equipment, or material issues to the appropriate production support personnel.
• Adhere to all safety guidelines while working around presses, overhead cranes, and other production equipment.
• Support overall production goals by meeting established productivity and quality targets.
• Work cooperatively with team members and other departments to keep production running smoothly across shifts.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a comprehensive package that supports both financial stability and career growth. The company offers medical benefits, a 401(k) plan with company match, and vacation accrual with unused hours paid out at year-end. Performance and engagement are rewarded through referral bonuses, suggestion bonuses, negative point redemption incentives, and annual merit and cost-of-living increases tied to company and plant performance. Team members also enjoy clear promotional pathways, including pay increases for advancing into roles such as material handler or quality inspector, fostering long-term career development in a stable manufacturing environment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Auburn Hills, MI.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $15.00 - $16.50/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Auburn Hills, MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on May 21, 2026.