Battle Creek, Michigan (High Skilled)

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• Maintenance Controls Engineer

  Location: Battle Creek, MI Base Pay: 20.00 - 30.00

  A client of ours in the Battle Creek, MI area is looking for a Maintenance Controls Engineer. The pay for this role will be experience based. In this role you will be responsible for all plant machine control systems and documentation, and for working with Engineering on new machine controls and standards.       

  Benefits of a Maintenance Controls Engineer:

  • Direct Hire 
  • Health benefits 
  • Referral bonus

   

  Duties of a Maintenance Controls Engineer: 

  • Update, modify, and continuously improve existing controls systems including robotic programs, ladder logic programs, relay logic, electrical distribution, motor controls, operator interface, hydraulics, and pneumatics distribution and control
  • Design and develop new machine controls including robotic, electrical, electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic and vision systems
  • Coordinate with engineering and maintenance on existing machine control modifications to robotic, electrical, electronic, hydraulic, pneumatic and vision systems
  • Create, maintain and keep current all hard copies and electronic data bases: all electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic schematics; panel layouts; PLC, operator display, operator interface, and robot programs; machine power distribution and all related vendor controls component part documentation
  • Schedule and complete backups of all electronic machine control and robotic programs on set schedule
  • Implement and maintain data collection system from shop floor processing equipment
  • Maintain and expand existing plant floor machine control to Ethernet gateways, links and connections
  • Maintain all sub machine control data highways
  • Maintain and update controls portion of machine standards
  • Coordinate with and aid company systems personnel with plant floor Ethernet machine drop routing and Ethernet message traffic control
  • Complete correspondence, forms and reports using personal computer and applicable software
  • Handle confidential information on a regular basis
  • Encourage safety and housekeeping practices and lead by example
  • Promote and facilitate Open Door process, effective communication and Fair Treatment
  • Participate in Continual Improvement activities
  • Adhere to customer requirements, Business Operating System and company policies
  • Perform other duties as assigned

   

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• Process Technician

  Location: Vicksburg, MI Base Pay: 20.00 - 28.00

  We are looking for a Process Technician for a direct hire opportunity for a client of ours in Vicksburg, MI. Pay for this role is experience based. The Process Technician is for 5th shift (F-S-S) 7pm to 7am (starting the beginning of the year). Will train on 1st shift for at least a month – then go to (W-T-F) 7pm to 7am for the remainder of this year. This client specializes in servicing many industries. 

  In this role you will be responsible to manage the daily operations of the production floor while working with management to identify opportunities within our operation and executing plans to drive long term improvements while meeting customer demand. This individual will be responsible for daily shift performance in the areas of safety, quality, delivery, cost and 5s.

  This person will be responsible for the quality, process and operation of the assigned presses. Oversees the assigned personnel, materials, equipment and administration functions necessary to achieve departmental quality, delivery and efficiency goals while maintaining a clean and safe work environment.  This position reports to the Plant Manager.

  Benefits of a Process Technician:

  • Direct hire
  • Paid time off
  • 401K
  • Temperature controlled facility 
  • Bonuses

  Duties of a Process Technician:

  • Work with the indirect support staff to drive the day-to-day production requirements. At times, provide direction, support and guidance to quality technicians, members of the material's group, and maintenance technicians

   

  • Review the production jobs, against standards of safety, quality, delivery, and cost; to ensure we are meeting standard rates, scrap levels, etc. Provide root cause and corrective actions for processes that fall out of control.

   

  • Report daily shift metrics on shift production summaries. Production reporting as well as job and end of shift reporting.

   

  • Ensure quality product by establishing and enforcing company standards.  Ability to process/sample a wide variety of materials

   

  • Evaluation of equipment and direction of repairs when needed.  Evaluating and reporting production information by analyzing production reports.
  • Utilize Scientific Injection Molding technology to problem solve current production problems.
  • Complete process and set-up sheets.  Oversee assigned presses, personnel, equipment and materials.
  • Provide technical support for production.  Troubleshoot and remedy situations that do not meet specifications.  Enforcing the general rules of the production floor, including safety, dress code, etc.
  • Initiate action to prevent the occurrence of any non-conformities relating to the product, process and quality system.  Establish and maintain written procedures per ISO requirements.
  • Responsible for ensuring that line clearance has taken place properly.  Check all necessary auxiliary equipment each shift.
  • All personnel working on Food Grade presses or assembly must notify supervisor immediately if they are ill or if they have any concerns that would potentially jeopardize food safety. Personnel must be aware of the relevance and importance of their individual activities in contributing to food safety.
  •  Perform other duties as required or assigned in the support of the company’s needs, goals and objectives.

   

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• Injection Molding Maintenance Technician

  Location: Vicksburg, MI Base Pay: 22.00 - 28.00

  A client of ours in Vicksburg, MI is searching for a day shift Injection Molding Maintenance Technician for their direct hire opportunity. Pay varies based off experience. This client specializes in servicing many industries. 

  In this role you will be responsible for preventative maintenance, machine repair, and building maintenance. The successful candidate should have a minimum of 3 years' experience of 'hands-on' injection molding machine and auxiliary repair.

   

  Benefits of an Injection Molding Maintenance Technician:

  • Direct hire
  • 1st shift - 8AM - 4PM
  • Paid time off
  • 401K
  • Temperature controlled facility

  • Bonuses

  Duties of an Injection Molding Maintenance Technician:

  • Perform routine preventive maintenance on injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment
  • Perform maintenance repairs to building and infrastructure
  • Troubleshoot and repair of electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, and pneumatic failures on injection molding machines and auxiliary equipment

   

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• Tool Maker

  Location: Vicksburg, MI Base Pay: 20.00 - 28.00

  A client of ours in Vicksburg, MI is searching for a day shift Tool Maker for their direct hire opportunity. Pay varies based off experience. This client specializes in servicing many industries. 

  In this role you will be responsible to construct, alter, and repair a wide variety of tools, jigs, prototypes, and fixtures involving difficult and complex machine operations utilizing a wide variety of manual (grinding, lathing, milling) and CNC machine tools.  The tool maker will work from prints, sketches, CAD, etc. You will also be responsible for interpreting the prints of other designers. Our ideal applicant has experience on an EDM, CNC, and other manual machines. 

  Benefits of a Tool Maker:

  • Direct hire
  • 1st shift - 7AM - 3PM
  • Paid time off
  • 401K
  • Temperature controlled facility 
  • Bonuses

  Duties of a Tool Maker:

  • Read CAD
  • Read blueprints from other designers
  • Perform quality checks on your tools
  • Perform maintenance on your machines
  • Perform machine operations requiring methods to maintain very tight tolerances and fits.
  • Set up, program, and operate CNC,EDM, and milling machines

   

   

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• Machinist

  Location: Paw Paw, MI Base Pay: 20.00 - 22.00

  We are searching for a Machinists on day shift for one of our clients in Paw Paw, MI. 

  In this role you will use Cincinnati CNC machines, similar to Haas / need programming experience, edit, modify programs, blueprints.

  Benefits of a Machinist:

  • Direct hire
  • 1st shift 7AM - 3:30PM Monday - Friday
  • Small, family owned business with long-standing reputation
  • Medical covered at 90%
  • Uniforms, no steel toes required
  • 40 hours or vacation time and 40 hours of sick time
  • Christmas bonuses: % of your wage over the past year

  Duties of a Machinist:

  • Understand machining, shop math, blueprint reading, sketches, drawings, manuals, specification
  • Perform routine maintenance to machinery
  • Program mills and lathes, setting tool registers, offsets, calculating requirements (basic math, geometry, and trigonometry)
  • Set-up mills and lathes by installing and adjusting three and four jaw chucks, tools, attachments, collets, bushings, cams, gears, stops, stock and pushers 
  • Operating vertical mills, surface & OD grinders, boring mills, engine lathes, saws, and drill presses

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• Industrial Electrician

  Location: Paw Paw, MI Base Pay: $30.00 + per hour

  We are searching for an Industrial Electrician on day shift for one of our clients in Paw Paw, MI. 

  In this role you will be responsible for maintenance and troubleshooting of the mechanical and electrical / electronic aspects of manufacturing equipment and facilities, and compliance with the most recent electrical codes.

   

  Benefits of an Industrial Electrician:

  • Direct hire
  • 1st shift 7AM - 3:30PM Monday - Friday
  • Small, family owned business with long-standing reputation
  • Medical covered at 90%
  • Uniforms, no steel toes required
  • 40 hours or vacation time and 40 hours of sick time
  • Christmas bonuses: % of your wage over the past year

  Duties of an Industrial Electrician:

  • You will perform machine rebuilding, repair, and troubleshooting; preventative maintenance; welding, moving equipment, and machining of parts. 

   

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• Mechanical Maintenance Technician

  Location: Kalamazoo, MI Base Pay: 27.00 - 32.00

  A manufacturing client of ours specializing in the food industry in Kalamazoo, MI is searching for Mechanical Maintenance Technicians (Level 1 and / or Level 2) for their night shift working 3 days (from 6pm-6am Tuesday, Friday, Saturday). Pay is based off experience. You will be responsible for preventive maintenance, layout, installation and repair of mechanical and electrical equipment, conveyors, drives, ovens, packaging equipment, etc.

  Benefits of a Mechanical Maintenance Technician:

  • Direct hire 
  • Growth and advancement opportunities 
  • Healthcare package
  • Employer matched 401K and life insurance options 
  • Wellness incentives 

  Duties of a Mechanical Maintenance Technician: 

  • Effective support of preventive maintenance schedule supporting the goal of continually reducing downtime.
  • Able to troubleshoot and repair electrical and mechanical systems, motors, controls, pumps, combustion systems, boilers, compressed air, pneumatic, basic plumbing, bearings, gear boxes, drives, conveyance systems, belts, clutches, etc.
  • Perform mechanical and electrical maintenance and repairs to production and facilities equipment.
  • Inspect, operate and test machinery or equipment in order to diagnose and repair malfunctions.
  • Complete all assigned work orders in a timely manner while maintaining complete records of activities performed, materials used and the status of the assigned work. 
  • Identify required parts to maintain current inventories for repairs and PM work.
  • Participate in continuous improvement activities.
  • Follow GMP food safety and environmental guidelines and OSHA personal and community safety rules while performing the duties as a technician.
  • Operate basic maintenance shop tools, lifts and ladders safely.
  • Assist in change overs and line startups as required.
  • Participates on continuous improvement activities identifying new Preventive and Corrective maintenance activities.

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• Human Resources Coordinator

  Location: Battle Creek, MI Base Pay: 19.00 - 23.00

  A manufacturing client of ours in the Battle Creek, MI area is in need of a Human Resources Coordinator. The pay for this role is experience based. Work schedule 4x10, M-TH 6am – 4:30pm with ½ hour unpaid lunch. Experience with SAP and Paychex Flex payroll is helpful but not required. The Human Resources Coordinator is responsible for performing general and specialized clerical duties in the Human Resources Department. This position is responsible for administration of specific functions, e.g., benefits, payroll preparation, and attendance tracking. This role maintains, implements, coordinates, and enforces employee management policies and procedures for the organization.

  Benefits of a HR Coordinator:

  • Direct hire opportunity 
  • Medical, dental, vision 
  • Growth opportunities available 

  Duties of a HR Coordinator:

  • Supports and maintains HR systems (performance mgmt., discipline, policies, staffing, collaborative/constructive training, coaching, feedback, compensation, and benefits.) Ensures processes are followed by all.
  • Must maintain the highest level of confidentiality with sensitive information. Must maintain a high level of trust.
  • Provides administrative support to other managers and manages select company wide programs. Perform tasks assigned in time frame allotted.
  • Drives and coordinates continuous improvement activities based on audit, customer, and employee feedback.
  • Must follow the business processes as written for the assigned department. Helps ensure processes are followed by all.
  • Measures the timeliness of new candidates/employees being hired, onboarded, and starting work.
  • Measures timeliness of task completion of the employee, team, or department.
  • Ensures compliance with applicable employment laws, regulations, and best practices.
  • Oversees and ensures accuracy of data for entry into payroll system on a bi-weekly basis. Establishes and accurately maintains up-to-date employee personnel files. Organizes batch pay sheets for accurate data entry. Completes month end process for posting and reconciliation of payroll dollars to General Ledger. Tracks attendance to include, vacation, absences and reports to Management or Supervision, when applicable. Tracks employee garnishments, terminations, performance reviews, etc.
  • Maintains historical data by archiving and filing documents.
  • Train employees in assigned department policies.

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• Maintenance Journeyman

  Location: Homer, MI Base Pay: 36.35 per HOUR

  An automotive manufacturer of ours in Homer, MI is in need of Maintenance Journeyman workers. This position requires a Journeyman card or a minimum of 8 years maintenance experience in a manufacturing setting. This is a 3rd shift working 7:00PM - 7:00AM (3 - 4 days a week). Pay is experience based. 

  The objective of this role is to work to maintain and restore machines to full productivity and offer important insights as to preventative maintenance to be undertaken in the future. Additionally, Journeymen will work to troubleshoot problem machines and seek cost-effective solutions to keep production lines open.

  Benefits of a Maintenance Journeyman:

  • Direct Hire
  • Growth opportunities 

  Duties of a Maintenance Journeyman:

  • Troubleshooting errors on down machines and creating solutions for effective long-term fixes.
  • Reporting and fulfilling work orders for machine maintenance/repair via electronic filing system.
  • Working with teams of fellow technicians to conduct preventative maintenance and repairs on machines.
  • Accurately documenting completed work for future reference.

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• Maintenance Technician

  Location: Battle Creek, MI Base Pay: 25.75 - 36.76

  Maintenance Technicians are needed for our client in Battle Creek, MI specializing in automotive manufacturing. All experience levels welcome (Level I, Level II, Level III), pay ranging based off experience, all shifts available!

  In this role you will support manufacturing operations by maintaining, trouble shooting and repairing all facilities and manufacturing equipment in a safe and orderly fashion as directed by the maintenance supervisor.

  Benefits of a Maintenance Technician:

  • Direct hire
  • Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Life insurance
  • Retirement programs (401K)
  • Paid holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement 

  Duties of a Maintenance Technician: 

  • Attain safety, quality and productivity goals
  • Troubleshoot plant facilities and production equipment problems
  • Maintain and update equipment records, schematics, blueprints and files in orderly fashion
  • Obtain training for professional development and to stay current on maintenance and safety requirements
  • Complete all work in accordance with OSHA, NEC, JIC and DNR standards and regulations
  • Complete correspondence, forms and reports using personal computer and required software
  • Maintain department repair parts stock and inventory
  • Attend training as required
  • Handle confidential information on a regular basis
  • Encourage safety and housekeeping practices and lead by example
  • Promote and facilitate Open Door process and Fair Treatment
  • Participate in Continual Improvement activities
  • Adhere to customer requirements, Business Operating System and company policies
  • Perform other duties as assigned

   

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• Senior Buyer

  Location: Battle Creek, MI Base Pay: 80,000 - 85,000

  A client of ours in Battle Creek, MI specializing in providing a comprehensive range of body, chassis and engineering solutions to global customers is searching for a Senior Buyer. Pay for this role ranges based off experience.

  In this role you will be responsible for providing purchasing support to all other departments to ensure customer satisfaction and projects are completed timely.

  Benefits of a Senior Buyer:

  • Direct hire 
  • Growth and advancement opportunities 
  • Health benefits

  Duties of a Senior Buyer:

  • Manage all facility activities and personnel reporting to this position
  • Plan, organize and carry out purchasing program to ensure quality materials, parts, sub-assemblies and components are obtained at the lowest prices with expeditious delivery, and best possible terms and maintains updated lists of suppliers
  • Source and select suppliers and vendors, negotiate prices, analyze quotations and award purchase orders
  • Develop detailed specifications for products purchased and ensure specifications are met by suppliers
  • Expedite deliveries of purchased material, adjust and settle complaints and approve supplier invoices for payment; may engage in freight negotiations
  • Maintain effective communication and coordination with all internal customers, plant managements and associates; maintain positive employee relations; listen to issues and concerns and respond within 48 hours
  • Promote and practice “safety first” by immediately addressing any hazards, defective equipment or unsafe conditions within the department, manufacturing floor and work stations
  • When purchasing new material, work with Health, Safety and Environmental Coordinator to ensure that all new material coming in are safe
  • Work closely with the Health, Safety and Environmental Coordinator as necessary to ensure safe and healthful working conditions
  • Ensure audits are completed for Health, Safety and Environmental
  • Support new program launches and make improvements in the Division’s CMS system
  • Determine, achieve and improve productivity, quality, environmental, health and safety goals
  • Determine obsolete stock and remove from inventory
  • Report on status of departmental projects as required
  • Complete correspondence, forms and reports in Microsoft Office and other programs
  • Handle confidential information on a regular basis
  • Conduct performance evaluations of Purchasing staff as specified by company goals
  • Encourage safety and housekeeping practices and lead by example
  • Promote and facilitate Open Door Process without reprisal, effective communication and Fair Treatment
  • Participate in Continual Improvement activities
  • Ensure all purchased material and components meet quality standards
  • Maintain all pricing contract records
  • Adhere to customer requirements, Business Operating System and company policies
  • Ensure all MP&L systems and processes are in compliance with Federal, State and local regulations.
  • Perform other duties as assigned

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• Industrial Maintenance Electrician

  Location: Mendon, MI Base Pay: 27.00 - 30.00

  A great client of ours, located in Mendon, MI, are currently seeking skilled Industrial Maintenance Electricians. The client is a leading global supplier of innovative and sustainable instrument panels, consoles, door panels, overhead systems, bumper fascias and exterior ornamentation for Original Equipment Manufacturers. This is a Direct Hire position, with opportunities available on 3rd shift. Pay for this position is Union based, starting out at $30 hourly.

  Benefits of an Industrial Maintenance Electrician include:

  • Direct Hire opportunity
  • Union shop
  • Opportunity for growth and advancement 
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, FLEX spending and 401k.

  Duties of an Industrial Maintenance Electrician include:

  • Perform troubleshooting of PLC control systems without requiring edits to the existing logic
  • Installation of control system components such as PLC’s, vision cameras, Human Machine Interfaces (HMI), motor Electronic, etc. as directed by Controls Engineers
  • Understanding of machine safety electrical circuits and components within Electronic systems
  • Test malfunctioning equipment, discuss malfunction with other maintenance workers, such as Maintenance Machine Repair, to diagnose, direct and/or perform repairs
  • Maintain and install all electrical systems at the facility
  • Maintain a healthy working relationship with Electronic Technicians to improve overall skills and knowledge in the classification
  • Troubleshoot and repair plant robotic systems
  • Troubleshoot motors and basic motor control systems
  • Troubleshoot and replace faulty electrical/electronic components of plant equipment
  • Read and understand basic electrical prints
  • Reference and apply the codes of the NEC
  • Maintain a high quality of workmanship throughout projects and repairs

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• Maintenance Technician

  Location: Albion, MI Base Pay: 27.00 - 32.00

  A client of ours, who is the world's fastest-growing insulation manufacturer, is currently seeking an experience Maintenance Technician. This is a 2nd shift opportunity and shift times are 2PM-2AM. Hourly pay for the Maintenance Technician position, are based on experience, ranging between $27-$32 an hour. 

  Benefits for the Maintenance Technician include:

  • Direct Hire opportunity 
  • Opportunity for growth and advancement
  • Great company values and culture 
  • Competitive and benefits 
  • Shift premium available 
  • Hourly bonus for perfect attendance 

  Duties for the Maintenance Technician include:

  • Use safe work practices and counsel other employees to do the same, as necessary. This includes understanding and complying with the lock-out/tag-out procedures.
  • Participate in safety training programs prior to performing tasks that involve potential exposure to hazards in the workplace
  • Determine if machines need to be taken out of production for repairs or service
  • Prioritize work when more than one issue needs addressed at a time
  • Take an active role in the requisitioning of parts/materials necessary for the continued operation of the plant
  • Perform preventative maintenance as scheduled and as needed
  • Know all safety warning signs and signals and take corrective action
  • Communicate maintenance issues with other shifts to ensure continuity of operation. Read and record comments in both Maintenance and Production logbooks
  • Ensure that housekeeping in the Maintenance Department is maintained to a safe level and that equipment, tools, supplies, etc. are properly stored at all times, as well as before leaving such area for breaks, meal times and end of the shift
  • Remain current on plant and safety matters, participating regularly in department/plant safety meetings
  • Follow established procedures governing the use/disposal of personal protective equipment and supplies
  • Report all accidents/incidents to Supervisor, Maintenance
  • Oversee all electrical needs for the facility (lighting, production equipment, systems, etc.)
  • Visually inspect and test machinery and equipment, using electrical and electronic test equipment.
  • Install and repair electrical apparatus, such as transformers and wiring, and electrical and electronic components of machinery and equipment
  • Replace defective electrical switches and other fixtures
  • Repair and maintain electrical equipment for building
  • Install machinery and equipment according to blueprints and other specifications with regard to electrical required

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