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Material Handler 1st shift

Orotex Corporation
NOVI, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 7/19/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/18/2026

Orotex is a successful global manufacturing company originating from Japan with roots in the U.S. for over 20 years. We specialize in cutting-edge noise and vibration control components for Tier 1 Automotive manufacturers.

In recent years we have almost doubled our operations and continue to successfully grow. The Orotex team takes great pride in our ability to produce and manufacture high quality parts while staying committed to environmental efforts. Orotex provides a team atmosphere and treats every member of the team like family. Join the Orotex Team, Join the Orotex Family!

Purpose of the Position:

Safety and efficiently operate a Hilo and overhead crane to move material throughout the facility as needed. Ensure all machines and production lines are stocked with material.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Maintain grinding operations to ensure post process material is being reused
  • Perform required PM tasks assigned for the material handling system
  • Monitor all raw material movements within the department and staging areas
  • Conduct daily audits of the grinding systems to ensure efficiency
  • Maintain material flow to all machines, dryers, mixers, and grinders
  • Record finished production and move into the designated quality check areas
  • Assist the team leader with break reliefs
  • Maintain a clean working environment by cleaning and organizing lines
  • Follow all Orotex policies and safety rules
  • Other duties as assigned or required

Qualifications

  • Detailed oriented, organized, and motivated
  • Ability to understand spoken and written English
  • Ability to work overtime and needed
  • Minimum 2 years plant experience with previous knowledge of injection molding preferred
  • Understand of bulk grinding systems
  • Previously Hilo certified
  • High School Diploma or GED

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to sit, stand, bend, stoop, walk for 8 plus hours daily
  • Ability to use both hand, wrists, and arms with continual motion
  • Ability to push, pull, grasp, and reach objects
  • Ability to lift 50 plus pounds repeatedly

Working Conditions

Temperature controlled facility

Personal Protective Equipment Required

Safety glasses at all times, safety gloves, non-slip work shoes, ear plugs as necessary

Direct Reports

No direct reports

We offer a competitive benefits package starting after just 30 days of employment!

  • Flexible schedules
  • 80 hours PTO the year you begin
  • 24 hours COVID sick pay
  • 4 different medical plans (company typically covers 85-95% costs)
  • Vision & Dental
  • Flex spending/dependent care accounts
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Company sponsored Life Insurance, Accidental death, short-term & long-term
  • 401K with company match
  • 9 paid Holidays
  • Company BBQs & Holiday parties
  • Employee engagement: Employee of the Month, Safety Bingo, Anniversary Awards and much more!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and value diversity. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

Offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a drug screen, background check, and physical.

 

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