Production Operator

Production OperatorDetroit 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 instructionsSupport lean manufacturing and 5S activitiesWork closely with supporting functions; Design, Materials, PMIdentify and support resolution for problems with quality, processes, equipment, materials and labor to supervisionComplete required documentation relating to business or regulatory requirementsPerforms other job-related duties as assignedRequirements:Must be able to obtain a US Secret Security Clearance if requiredProficient 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 problemsAbility to work in a team-based environmentStrong organizing, prioritizing, communication, written and analytical skillsHigh attention to detailAbility to work to deadlines in a fast-paced environmentCustomer focused, consistently placing client as top priorityDetroit Defense offers an impressive compensation and benefits package including:Medical, Dental & Vision BenefitsCompany Paid Life and AD&DCompany Paid Short Term and Long-Term DisabilityFlexible Spending & HSA AccountsLegal & ID Shield Services401k with Company MatchPaid holidays, vacation, and sick daysAt 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.