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The Shyft Group
Production Assembly
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An Assembly Machine Operator operates and maintains machines that assemble components as part of a manufacturing process. Produces components by assembling parts and subassemblies.
$41,644 / year median in Michigan
-4% projected decline
Job Description
Production Assembly The Shyft Group life insurance, 401(k) United States, Michigan, Charlotte May 29, 2026 Production Assembly | Charlotte, MI
Regular Employee | Hourly Non-Exempt | $18.20 - 18.20
What you'll do: The Production Assembly position is responsible for assembly line work associated with the company's various product lines including, but not limited to, Truck bodies and Specialty Vehicles. This includes all positions within the assembly, sub-assembly, and component build work centers. Learn and retain skills and practices needed to complete assembly in assigned area
Read and follow detailed operator instructions, installation drawings, blueprints, etcetera, as required by a particular area
Perform rework, as needed
Apply feedback or instructions from Supervisor and/or Team Lead
Complete proper forms and documentation (example: defective tags, build book, etc.)
Understand, and be able to articulate, the production flow of an assigned product line or area
Self-check work and inspect prior processes
Use basic hand, electric, cordless, and pneumatic tools, as required
Meet production goals
Maintain a clean and safe work area
Initiate process improvements
Support 5S in work area
Communicate with manufacturing and other cross-functional teams (engineering, materials, purchasing, sales, etcetera) to resolve issues
Work in proximity with customer, as needed
What you need to be successful: HS Diploma or GED required
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen
Excellent attendance
Positive attitude
Strong and consistent attention to detail
Self-motivated with the ability to stay on task
Team oriented
Capable of comprehensive listening (understanding the message(s) that is being communicated)
Ability to read and understand work orders, directions, charts, forms, and safety regulations
Ability to correctly use and read various gauges
Ability to work well with other employees in a team environment
Ability to read a tape measure to a (1/16) of an inch
Use of power tools
Basic computer skills are required Willing to: Learn and rotate within all areas and plants (production or materials)
Improve self / area / company (including pursuing additional training, if needed)
Develop a working knowledge of company's systems (example: AS/400) Able to: Lift 50 pounds
Work overtime on short notice
Embrace change
Why Aebi Schmidt Group? Our people are our greatest asset, and your success is our success! That's why we provide comprehensive benefits that support your health, financial security, and work-life balance-so you can thrive both personally and professionally.