Manual Machinist/CNC Machinist - 1st Shift - Axis Engineering

We are AUTOKINITON (pronounced auto-ken-i-TAHN)

Axis Engineering is a company ofAUTOKINITON which delivers 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.

To help us drive excellence, as a Manual Machinist, you’ll get to:

• Support the Company’s mission, vision, values and goals in the performance of daily activities.

·Lift metal part or stock onto machine and secures it on machine table, in chuck, or holding fixture.

·Perform manual bench-type tasks such as sawing, filing, grinding, Milling, Drilling, painting, etc.

·Monitor machine operations for malfunctions or problems and notifies supervisor or maintenance immediately upon discovery.

·Inspect parts, components, visually for quality defects such as scrap marks, rust, burrs, etc.

·Inspect and ensures parts, components, and assemblies meet specifications.

·Performs routine and preventative maintenance and setup work to maintain machines according to schedules, which may require repairing, replacing, and lubricating parts.

This full-time role is a part of our Machine Shop Team and reports to the Operations Manager

Required education & experience:

• High school Diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education or experience.
• Journeyman Card (not required but preferred)

Required Skills & Abilities

·Ability to operate boring mills, lathes, bridgeport, Key Cutter & vertical theft lathe.

·Ability to run all tool room and precision equipment efficiently

·Ability to read and interpret blueprints

Preferred additional skills & abilities:

·Ability to work with the following tools or machinery:

·Micrometers

·Calipers

·Scales

·Crane

·Hilo

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 locationin Grand Rapids, MIoffering many community events, resources, programs, and recreational opportunities for you and your family.

Why you’ll enjoy working here:

•Competitive Wages and Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k)with Company contribution match, and 15 paid holidays, including a bridge holiday in December and a generous referral bonus policy!!

•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.