k2 ascendPlymouth, MI
Sorting Operator
Sorting Operator
Sorting Operator
k2 ascendPlymouth, MI
3 days ago
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Industry: Manufacturing / Automotive Fasteners
Job Category: Production / Machine Operations / Quality
Job Type: Full-Time, OnsiteAbout the Opportunity
A growing manufacturing operation is seeking a Sorting Operator / Setup Lead to oversee final inspection and sorting operations. This role is responsible for setting up, operating, troubleshooting, and adjusting Cosmec (HTE) automatic sorting machines, while supporting operators and ensuring finished parts meet customer quality standards. The ideal candidate has strong mechanical aptitude, manufacturing experience, and a solid understanding of inspection and quality processes.
What You’ll Do:
- Set up, operate, troubleshoot, and adjust Cosmec sorting equipment
- Lead and support operators within the sorting department
- Monitor production equipment, quality, and workflow
- Inspect parts using calipers, micrometers, gauges, and other measurement tools
- Make machine adjustments to maintain required tolerances
- Read blueprints, drawings, and quality specifications
- Complete production, scrap, traceability, and downtime documentation
- Perform minor tooling adjustments and routine machine maintenance
- Operate a forklift as needed
- Use SAP or similar ERP systems for production activities
- Communicate production and quality issues between shifts
- Maintain 5S, safety, PPE, and housekeeping standards
- What You BringHigh school diploma or equivalent
- Manufacturing machine operation or setup experience
- Experience with Cosmec or automatic sorting equipment preferredStrong mechanical and troubleshooting skills
- Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings
- Experience with calipers, micrometers, and gauges
- Previous leadership or operator training experience preferredSAP or ERP experience preferredStrong organizational and communication skills
- Forklift experience
- Reliable transportation
- Ability to work weekends when required
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to stand, bend, stoop, climb, and reach throughout the shift
- Ability to work in a manufacturing environment with machinery, noise, oils, and varying temperatures
- Ability to wear required PPEBenefitsWeekly payBCBS medical coverage
- Enhanced retirement benefits, including a 401(k) contribution increasing from 3% to 5%Life insurance coverage9 paid holidays30-minute paid lunch
- Additional paid break time
- Front-loaded ESTA time for eligible employees
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Level
Mid
Location
Plymouth, MI
Occupation
Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers
Industry
Bolt, Nut, Screw, Rivet, and Washer Manufacturing
Posted
3 days ago