Production Operator at Detroit Defense

Sterling Heights, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Jan, 26

Salary

18.0

Posted On

18 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Attention to Detail, Problem Solving, Teamwork, Communication, Organizing, Prioritizing, Analytical Skills, Customer Focus, Forklift Operation, Manufacturing Documents, Microsoft Office, Lean Manufacturing, 5S Activities

Industry

Defense and Space Manufacturing

Description

Description Veterans Encouraged to Apply: Detroit Defense proudly supports those who have served. We welcome applicants with military experience, including those transitioning to civilian careers. Your leadership, adaptability, and mission-focused mindset are valued here. Detroit Defense is a 3x recipient of the Hire Vets Gold Medallion Award. Detroit Defense is seeking for a detail-oriented Production Operator in our Sterling Heights, MI facility. This Production Operator will be instrumental in supporting production demands by working within the assembly processes, workflows and station layouts. This Production Operator will be required to perform a wide variety of tasks. This role will need to operate and excel in an environment with changing conditions and customer demands. This position is Monday through Friday 6 am to 2:30 PM with occasional overtime required. Starting hourly pay is $18 an hour. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Assemble brake kits per work instructions Support lean manufacturing and 5S activities Work closely with supporting functions; Design, Materials, PM Identify and support resolution for problems with quality, processes, equipment, materials and labor to supervision Complete required documentation relating to business or regulatory requirements Performs other job-related duties as assigned Requirements Must be able to obtain a US Secret Security Clearance if required Proficient with forklift operation is a plus but not required. Experience reading manufacturing documents such as prints, work instructions and safety rules is a plus but not required. Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) Ability to analyze and solve problems Ability to work in a team- based environment Strong organizing, prioritizing, communication, written and analytical skills High attention to detail Ability to work to deadlines in a fast-paced environment Customer focused, consistently placing client as top priority Detroit Defense offers an impressive compensation and benefits package including: Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits Company Paid Life and AD&D Company Paid Short Term and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending & HSA Accounts Legal & ID Shield Services 401k with Company Match Paid holidays, vacation, and sick days Why Detroit Defense: At Detroit Defense, we deliver mission-critical solutions that enhance national security, protect the warfighter, and enable readiness through innovation, technical excellence, and end-to-end lifecycle support. Remaining steadfast in our core values of Trustworthy, Mission Driven, Creative, and Agile we are a complex systems integrator for the U.S. Government, Detroit Defense provides solutions to meet the technical and programmatic challenges faced by our customers. Our proven success in multi-domain cross-platform system-of-systems integration results in fielded capability for warfighters. From R&D to production, fielding, and sustainment, Detroit Defense provides services and solutions to Empower Those That protect Us. Detroit Defense is a proud recipient of the 2022, 2023 & 2024 Hire Vets Gold Medallion Award. Detroit Defense is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity or gender expression), age, mental or physical disability, creed, ancestry, citizenship, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, medical condition, genetic trait or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Responsibilities

The Production Operator will support production demands by working within assembly processes and workflows. This role involves assembling brake kits, supporting lean manufacturing activities, and resolving quality and process issues.