We are AUTOKINITON (pronounced auto-ken-i- TAHN )

Axis Engineering is a company of AUTOKINITON which delivers operational excellence, high-quality execution, and customer service. We offer 100% vertical integration capabilities such as end-to-end engineering, manufacturing, and in-house logistics.

We’re proud of our Tier 1 supplier legacy for manufacturing propulsion-agnostic, structural automotive components, and assemblies around the globe.

To help us drive excellence, as a Wire EDM Operator, you’ll get to:

• Support the Company’s mission, vision, values and goals in the performance of daily activities.

· Perform manual bench-type tasks such as sawing, filing, grinding, Milling, Drilling, painting, etc.

· Monitor machine operations for malfunctions or problems and notifies supervisor or maintenance immediately upon discovery.

· Remove burrs and excess metal from machined parts.

· Run production and/or service parts as necessary.

· Inspect parts, components, visually for quality defects such as scrap marks, rust, burrs, etc.

· Inspects and ensures parts, components, and assemblies meet specifications.

· Work with Wire EDM Machinist on reading blue prints to determine dimensions and tolerance specifications.

· Use CAD/CAM software (Bob Wire) to program details through EDM.

· Set up, operate, and troubleshoot Wire EDM equipment.

· Promote teamwork and show a willingness to work with other departments.

· Take initiative to find solutions quickly to problems that arise

This full-time role is a part of our Machine Shop Team and reports to the Machine Shop Manager

Required education & experience:

· High school Diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education or experience.

Required skills & abilities:

· Ability to work with the following tools or machinery

o Micrometers

o Calipers

o Scales

· Basic Machine Shop Experience

· Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written

Preferred Additional Skills & Abilities:

· Good working skills with Microsoft Office software

Working conditions:

· We’ll provide position-specific details including physical and focused efforts, working environment and conditions, and reasonable accommodations during the interview process.

Where you’ll be:

This position is located at our location in Dundee, MI, offering many community events, resources, programs, and recreational opportunities for you and your family.

Why you’ll enjoy working here:

• Competitive Wages and Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with Company contribution match, and 14 paid holidays, including a bridge holiday in December.

• Work-Life Balance: Many of our Associates have stayed with us for 25+ years! It takes a good work-life balance to make it that far. We support your personal and professional priorities as they impact your well-being.

• Growth Opportunities: Take your career to the next level through tuition reimbursement programs, on-the-job training, learning management systems, and advancement opportunities from within our organization.

• Learning and Development: We empower all our Associates – from entry-level to senior-level – with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in their current roles and beyond at AUTOKINITON.

AUTOKINITON Promotes a dynamic and collaborative work environment for everyone.

AUTOKINITON is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. AUTOKINITON makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

Required Skills

Required Experience

Job Knowledge & Skills

• Superior verbal, written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills, demonstrated ability to motivate, support and understand different project teams; pleasant, professional demeanor
• Have in depth understanding and awareness of user experience, user research, and UCD methodologies
• 4-6+ years of experience in the field of user research
• Some early morning, evening or weekend work may be occasionally required (for international studies); Travel as necessary
• Five years’ experience minimum of demonstrated expert facilitation of usability testing, in-depth interviews, focus groups and other methods of research
• Bachelor’s degree in User Experience, HCI, Psychology, Marketing or a related field required; Advanced degree preferred
• Experience within the natural sciences in any setting and/or Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or Biology is a plus
• Prior agency or consulting experience preferred
• Passion and dedication to building better user experiences
• Fit the RRD Marketing Solutions culture: honesty; hard work; team-focused

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