Tool & Die Technical Trades-Apprentice

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

AUTOKINITON is a Michigan-based family of automotive companies delivering 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, you’ll get to:

• Read and interpret blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications, or sample parts to determine dimensions and tolerances of finished sample, sequence of operations and set up requirements of machine tools and equipment.
• Make new details from prints or duplicates from existing details.
• Measures, marks and scribes metal stock for machining
• Set up, operate and become proficient on all tool room equipment including lathe, drill press, conventional milling machine (Bridgeport), and surface grinder.
• Lifts machined parts and positions and secures parts on surface plate or worktable.
• Bench (stone) die details to high polish.
• Smooths flat and contoured surfaces to fit and assemble parts together into assemblies and mechanisms.
• Verifies dimensions, alignments and clearances.
• Determine specifications for inspection of work, using full range of precision measuring and gauging tools to perform inspection before, during and after machining.
• Perform hand operations involved in producing jigs, fixtures, tools and dies. Uses hand tools of the trade.
• Fit and assemble jigs, fixtures, tools and dies.
• Set up, run off and test dies to produce a product to specifications. Troubleshoots die difficulties with Production and Quality personnel and correct problems.
• Assemble, set punches, lead-check, and dry-run dies.
• Work along side Die Leaders and Die Makers during all phases of die tryout.
• Operate and develop an intermediate skill level in mig welding and tig welding.
• Operate and develop a basic understanding of CNC milling, wire EDM, and co-ordinate measurement machines.
• Will be exposed to engineering disciplines including design and programming.
• Willing to attend required classes and schooling needed to complete training process.
• Performs all duties and operates machinery & equipment according to MIOSHA standards and company procedures using required safety equipment (gloves, sleeves, ear plugs, etc.).
• Punctual and regular attendance is required.
• Able and willing to work any shift assigned.
• Keeps work areas clean and orderly.
• Participates in continuous improvement activities.
• Assumes other duties as directed by coordinator.

**** This full-time, hourly role is a part of our Belleville Plant 2 team and reports to the Toolroom Supervisor/Manager.

Required Education:

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

Required experience:

Ability to work with the following tools:

· Micrometers

· Calipers

· Scales

· Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to machine accurately including close tolerance machining where applicable.

· Crane License

· Hilo License

· Responsible for reading and understanding the TS16949 and ISO-14001 procedures.

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 Belleville Plant 2 in Belleville, MI offering many community events, resources, programs, and recreational opportunities for you and your family.

Community features:

· Lakes and Parks

· Restaurants and Dining

· Close to highways (I-94 and I-275)

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.

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