Category
Engineering/Technology
Job Location
13112 Oneida Road, Grand Ledge, Michigan
Tracking Code
10172
Position Type
Full-Time/Regular
We Are AUTOKINITON
AUTOKINITON is a Michigan-based family of automotive companies delivering operational excellence, high-quality execution, and customer service. We offer 100% vertical integration capabilities such as end-to-end engineering, manufacturing, and in-house logistics.
We’re proud of our Tier 1 supplier legacy for manufacturing propulsion-agnostic, structural automotive components, and assemblies around the globe.
The following job/task functions have been identified as the core functions of this position. However, the supervisor or manager may assign additional duties associated with this position.
- Specify and follow up on new machinery coming into the plant.
- Generate process improvements to increase efficiency.
- Generate cost and labor reduction ideas and opportunities
- Maintain plant layouts.
- Maintain electrical prints.
- Maintain backup PLC programs on server.
- Continuously research new technology and see where it can be applied at Autokiniton
- Assist maintenance when needed.
- Preferred ability to write and debug programs for small equipment.
- Engineer/design small equipment such as poke-yokes.
- Improve ergonomics at manufacturing work centers.
- Maintain and upgrade required PLC software for all departments.
- Spec out auxiliary equipment needed for the manufacturing process.
- Help in departmental operation wherever necessary.
- Punctual and predictable attendance required.
- Able and willing to work any shift assigned.
- Maintains a high level of confidentiality in all duties.
- Participates in continuous improvement activities
This full-time, salaried role is a part of our team and reports to the Quality Manager.
Required experience:
- Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field or equivalent industrial design experience.
- A.S.Q. certified engineer preferred.
- Zero (0) to three (3) years in quality engineering or supplier development preferred.
- Certified Internal Auditor
Working conditions:
- We’ll provide position-specific details including physical and focused efforts, working environment and conditions, and reasonable accommodations during the interview process.
Where you’ll be:
This position is located at our Grand Ledge Plant, in Grand Ledge, MI, offering many community events, resources, programs, and recreational opportunities for you and your family.
Community features:
- Hiking and walking trails at the Ledges
- Close to downtown Lansing -- The State Capitol
- Close to MSU Campus
- Quaint Grand Ledge Downtown near by with boutique shops and restaurants
Why you’ll enjoy working here:
- Competitive Wages and Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with Company contribution match, and 14 paid holidays, including a bridge holiday in December.
- Work-Life Balance: Many of our Associates have stayed with us for 25+ years! It takes a good work-life balance to make it that far. We support your personal and professional priorities as they impact your well-being.
- Growth Opportunities: Take your career to the next level through tuition reimbursement programs, on-the-job training, learning management systems, and advancement opportunities from within our organization.
- Learning and Development: We empower all our Associates – from entry-level to senior-level – with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in their current roles and beyond at AUTOKINITON.
AUTOKINITON Promotes a dynamic and collaborative work environment for everyone.
AUTOKINITON is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. AUTOKINITON makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
