General Production Worker

General Production Worker

This role combines hands-on production and material handling in a fast-paced automotive environment. Production Operators assemble and disassemble engines, while Material Handlers safely move and stage engines using powered industrial equipment to support warehousing and shipping operations.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and disassemble engines that arrive fully manufactured, following established work instructions and quality standards.
• Remove and reinstall engine components accurately and efficiently using hand tools and production equipment.
• Apply coolant to engines and perform leak tests to ensure products meet quality and safety requirements.
• Work on an assembly line, completing tasks at designated stations and maintaining consistent productivity.
• Inspect parts and engines for defects or irregularities and report any issues to the appropriate personnel.
• Operate forklifts, tuggers, and cherry pickers to move engines and materials safely throughout the facility.
• Stage, load, and move engines and materials to support warehousing, inventory control, and shipping operations.
• Handle shipping and receiving tasks, including organizing materials and preparing engines for shipment to the customer facility.
• Follow all safety procedures, including proper use of hand tools, material handling equipment, and required personal protective equipment.
• Perform heavy lifting, standing for the majority of the shift, and completing physically demanding tasks as required.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and contribute to a safe, efficient production and warehouse environment.
• Collaborate with team members across multiple shifts to meet production and shipping schedules.

Essential Skills

• At least 2 years of experience in a production or warehouse environment.
• Minimum of 1 year of machine operation and/or forklift/Hi-Lo experience.
• Ability to operate forklifts, tuggers, and cherry pickers in a fast-paced warehousing and shipping environment.
• Experience working on an assembly line or in general production, including assembly and disassembly tasks.
• Proficiency using hand tools for assembly, disassembly, and general labor tasks.
• Previous experience in shipping and receiving, inventory handling, and material handling.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting and stand for the majority of the shift.
• Capability to perform inspections and basic quality checks on parts and engines.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Willingness to complete drug testing, including THC.
• Ownership of or ability to obtain steel toe shoes or boots.
• Ability to meet all physical requirements of the role, including heavy lifting, extended standing, and use of tools.

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $18.00/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 Lansing, MI.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 30, 2026.