Axle Team Member (Detroit, MI)

Job Title

Detroit Axle is expanding and looking for dedicated individuals to join our growing workforce. We offer competitive wages, strong benefits, career progression opportunities, and a supportive work environment committed to employee success. As part of the Detroit Diesel Corporation team, you are responsible for performing manual labor on or supporting the production line.

Job Description

Inside the role, you will:

• Perform manual labor on or support the production line
• Adhere to all safety standards
• Release product to next work group complete based on quality and productivity standards
• Capable of working in a team environment
• Comfortable in a dynamic environment where you will have to learn multiple jobs and tasks

Compensation

This position offers:

• Starting at $17.50/hr, progressing through scheduled increases to $26.00/hr, with a maximum rate of $37.40+ by 2031.
• Shift Premiums: Afternoon and Midnight shifts receive a 7.5% premium.
• Paid Holidays: Average of 16 per year.

Benefits Include

This position offers:

• Profit Sharing: Eligibility for annual company profit sharing.
• C.O.L.A.(Cost Of Living Adjustment): Currently $0.26/hr increase and recalculated quarterly.
• 401(k) Company Match: Company match of 75% on a maximum of 8% contribution. New hires will be automatically enrolled at 6%.
• 401(k) Defined Contribution: Company contribution currently $2.15/hr.
• Vacation: 40–200 hours based on years of service (1 year to 20+ years).
• Paid Absence Allowance (PAA): 56 hours per year; unused days earn $130/day bonus
• Bereavement: Paid benefits provided.
• Tuition Assistance: Programs available for eligible employees.
• Medical & Dental: Low‑cost HMO plan
• Life Insurance: Company‑provided life insurance benefits.
• Paid Parental Leave: Up to 2 weeks at 65% pay

Required Skills & Experience

This position requires:

• High school diploma (or equivalent)
• MUST be open to work any shift
• Basic reading and math skills
• Basic understanding of engine assembly, design, and function
• Ability to work in a heavy manufacturing environment that requires the ability to lift, carry, pull and push moderate to heavy equipment, tools and parts

Preferred Skills & Experience

This position prefers:

• Two years of manufacturing experience
• Heavy duty truck assembly, automotive assembly or related experience

Location

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s):

Detroit Manufacturing Plant. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Schedule Type: Onsite

Additional Information

This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders. Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application. Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check. Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen. Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions. EEO - Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.

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