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

Axis Engineering is a company of AUTOKINITON, 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.

Axis Engineering is dedicated to designing and developing assembly solutions, metal forming and inspection fixtures.

To help us drive excellence, as a General Laborer you’ll get to:

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

• Inspects parts, components, visually for quality defects such as scrap marks, rust, burrs, etc.

• Inspects and ensures parts, components, and assemblies meet specifications.

• Labels and/or tag parts and baskets.

• Make deliveries or pick-ups when needed.
• Maintains an orderly large item “incoming/outgoing” area at the machine shop, including splitting incoming die sets, standing up parallels, removing finished products and unused pallets.

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

• Dump steel and aluminum scrap (daily check).
• Dump shop trash container (daily).
• Compact and bundle cardboard for recycling (weekly check).
• Gather paper and plastic for recycling (weekly).

• Cleans around work areas to keep orderly and safe by sweeping the floor, scrubbing floor, removing scrap and refuse, and storing tools and parts.

• Performs all duties and operates machinery and equipment according to MIOSHA standards and company procedures using required safety equipment (gloves, steel toe shoes, safety glasses, etc.).

This full-time role is a part of our Operations Department and reports to the Plant Manager

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Must be able to safely operate forklift

• Must be able to safely operate overhead canes

Education and/or 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.

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 location in Watertown, TN offering 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 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.

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