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Manufacturing Technician | Armada, Michigan
Direct Hire | On-site
Targeted pay rate range: $22-33/hr (depending on years of experience)
First shift: 5:30 AM to 2:00 PM, Monday - Friday
Position Overview
Kelly Engineering is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Technician to join our clients team to support the fabrication and assembly of custom medium-voltage (MV) switchgear solutions. This role is responsible for manufacturing high-quality electrical equipment through a combination of precision fabrication, electro-mechanical assembly, equipment operation, and quality workmanship.
Working within a collaborative manufacturing environment, the Technician will operate fabrication equipment, interpret engineering drawings, assemble complex products, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
Primary Responsibilities
As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.
Why Kelly® Engineering?
Your engineering skills are in demand, but how do you find the right fit? Easy. At Kelly Engineering, our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. We connect you with leading organizations where you can collaborate on innovative projects, work with cutting-edge technologies and accelerate your growth. Whether you prefer the variety and flexibility of short-term projects or are looking for a long-term opportunity, we’re here to guide you to the next step in your engineering career.
About Kelly
Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life-just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.
Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice.
Direct Hire | On-site
Targeted pay rate range: $22-33/hr (depending on years of experience)
First shift: 5:30 AM to 2:00 PM, Monday - Friday
Position Overview
Kelly Engineering is seeking an experienced Manufacturing Technician to join our clients team to support the fabrication and assembly of custom medium-voltage (MV) switchgear solutions. This role is responsible for manufacturing high-quality electrical equipment through a combination of precision fabrication, electro-mechanical assembly, equipment operation, and quality workmanship.
Working within a collaborative manufacturing environment, the Technician will operate fabrication equipment, interpret engineering drawings, assemble complex products, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
Primary Responsibilities
- Fabricate, assemble, and test medium-voltage switchgear and electrical equipment.
- Operate fabrication equipment including press brakes, turret punch presses, copper forming and punching equipment, and other manufacturing machinery.
- Perform electro-mechanical assembly using hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring equipment.
- Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, and work instructions.
- Fabricate, fit, drill, fasten, and install components to engineering specifications.
- Support powder coating, finishing, and other production processes as required.
- Perform inspections throughout the manufacturing process to ensure products meet quality and customer requirements.
- Troubleshoot assembly and fabrication issues while maintaining production schedules.
- Maintain a safe, organized, and efficient work environment.
- Cross-train across multiple manufacturing disciplines to support production demands.
- Adhere to all company safety, quality, and manufacturing procedures.
- Associate's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, Electro-Mechanical Technology, Industrial Technology, or a related technical discipline required.
- 3-20 years of experience in a manufacturing, fabrication, electro-mechanical assembly, or industrial production environment.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and manufacturing documentation.
- Experience operating fabrication equipment within a manufacturing environment.
- Strong mechanical aptitude with excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency using hand tools, power tools, and precision measuring instruments.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work safely in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong communication, organizational, and teamwork skills.
- Demonstrated reliability, accountability, and commitment to quality workmanship.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- PTO
- 401k with match
As part of our promise to talent, Kelly supports those who work with us through a variety of benefits, perks, and work-related resources. Kelly offers eligible employees voluntary benefit plans including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, term life, whole life, accident insurance, critical illness, a legal plan, and short-term disability. As a Kelly employee, you will have access to a retirement savings plan, service bonus and holiday pay plans (earn up to eight paid holidays per benefit year), and a transit spending account. In addition, employees are entitled to earn paid sick leave under the applicable state or local plan. Click here for more information on benefits and perks that may be available to you as a member of the Kelly Talent Community.
Why Kelly® Engineering?
Your engineering skills are in demand, but how do you find the right fit? Easy. At Kelly Engineering, our team creates expert talent solutions to solve the world’s most critical challenges. We connect you with leading organizations where you can collaborate on innovative projects, work with cutting-edge technologies and accelerate your growth. Whether you prefer the variety and flexibility of short-term projects or are looking for a long-term opportunity, we’re here to guide you to the next step in your engineering career.
About Kelly
Work changes everything. And at Kelly, we’re obsessed with where it can take you. To us, it’s about more than simply accepting your next job opportunity. It’s the fuel that powers every next step of your life. It’s the ripple effect that changes and improves everything for your family, your community, and the world. Which is why, here at Kelly, we are dedicated to providing you with limitless opportunities to enrich your life-just ask the 300,000 people we employ each year.
Kelly is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants regardless of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, and we take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and advance qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in the workforce. Requests for accommodation related to our application process can be directed to the Kelly Human Resource Knowledge Center. Kelly complies with the requirements of California’s state and local Fair Chance laws. A conviction does not automatically bar individuals from employment. Kelly participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
Kelly may use AI-powered tools during the recruitment and hiring process. For full details, including how Kelly uses AI, your rights, and how to request a reasonable accommodation, visit the Recruitment Artificial Intelligence Notice.
Salary : $22 - $33