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Automation Technician (Mechanical)

Great Lakes Technologies
Durand, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 7/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/9/2026

Great Lakes Technologies (GLT) is hiring an Automation Technician (Mechanical) with a minimum of three (3) years of experience. The employee in this position needs to be proficient at reading blueprints and mechanical assembly of various types of equipment. This equipment is typically high-end automation equipment where attention to detail is critical. This position reports to the Operations Manager.

Hours on the job site are Monday through Thursday 6:00am-4:00pm with Friday/Saturday overtime (as required).

Responsibilities:

  • Maintain safe operations by adhering to company safety rules and regulations.
  • Effectively read blueprints and customer specifications.
  • Assembly of products that requires the use of hand tools.
  • Lift and/or turn product using the forklift and/or crane.
  • Approve and document all work for quality and completeness before moving on to the next operation.
  • Maintain a well-organized and clean work environment.

Skills:

  • Minimum three years assembly experience.
  • Proven measurement and mathematical skills.

Safety Equipment Required:

  • Safety eyeglasses while working on the manufacturing floor.

Physical Requirements:

  • Stand- Must be able to stand in a stationary position 50% of the day.
  • Kneel, crouch, or bending - Must be flexible in movement 100% of the day.
  • Carry weight, lift- Exert up to 100 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 lbs. of force frequently to move material.
  • Climb- Occasionally climb a ladder to weld equipment six feet and above.

GLT Team members enjoy:

  • Medical benefits
  • 401k
  • Paid holidays, PTO
  • Family-friendly work environment

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Health insurance

Ability to Commute:

  • Durand, MI 48429 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $24 - $28

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