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Production Associate

Flex-N-Gate
Kentwood, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 5/2/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/1/2026
Flex-N-Gate is a leading manufacturer and supplier of components for the automotive industry, recently ranked 10th of the 150 Top North American Suppliers in “Automotive News.” A growing and vital company, Flex-N-Gate provides a great opportunity for hard-working and skilled individuals.

Summary
Ventra Grand Rapids 5 LLC, a division of Flex-N-Gate, is currently seeking general production departments across all shifts. Ventra Grand Rapids 5 LLC manufactures and assembles automotive lighting components. Associates will be apart of the Molding, Assembly, or Metalizing department.
Core Competencies
  • Communication • Accountability & Dependability
  • Detail Oriented • Good Attendance
  • Time Management • Team Focused
Requirements

  • Customer Specific Training
  • Departmental Specific Training
  • CHRF.00003 New Employee Orientation
  • Health and Safety Awareness and Regulations
  • Quality Management Systems - CQAM.00001 Quality Management Systems Manual
Job Duties
  • The incumbent is responsible for the awareness, understanding, specific responsibilities and management of the Environmental Management System (EMS) as stated in EMS Policy CEVPL.00005
  • The incumbent is responsible for the awareness, understanding, specific responsibilities and management of the Quality Management System (QMS) as stated in
CQAM.00001 – Corporate Quality Manual.
  • Responsible for repeatedly assembling parts on a fixture, or operate machinery.
  • The incumbent is responsible for meeting production rates within their designated area.
  • Responsible for understanding the quality standards for each part produced.
  • The associate is responsible for inspecting the completing part, and packing parts into shipping containers.
  • Ability to complete all work in a safe manner.
  • Responsible for using hand tools such as wire cutters or plyers.
  • Responsible for all other duties assigned by area supervisor or manager.
  • Other duties as assigned
Requirements
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Team oriented and positive attitude.
  • Good attendance record.
  • Physical ability to lift up to 50lbs (i.e. Capacity to lift weights)
Working Conditions
  • Availability to work subject to manufacturing needs
  • Manufacturing setting & environment
  • Overtime availability
  • Physical Ability to lift up to 50lbs (i.e. Capacity to lift weights)
  • Use of PPE’s
What We Offer
  • Medical, dental, prescription, vision, life and disability insurance; and a flexible spending account
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
  • Extensive safety training, new hire orientation, continuous learning and development programs and tuition reimbursement
  • Paid holidays and vacation time
What do our employees have to say?
“It engages you professionally, and provides learning opportunities.”
“Lots of growth opportunity.”
“The company’s young enough to be exciting, but old enough to be stable.”
Not just a job—a great place to work!

Flex-N-Gate is an equal opportunity employer. EEO/Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled.

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