Production Associate

Thai Summit America Corporation, a member of the global Thai Summit Group, is a Tier-1 automotive supplier and one of Livingston County’s largest employers. From our Howell, Michigan facility, we stamp, weld, and assemble steel and aluminum body and structural components for leading automotive original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), supported by in-house tool and die expertise and a strong commitment to quality, safety, and teamwork.

As we continue to grow, we are investing in our people and building long-term careers.

Pay: Starting at $19.00 per hour, plus shift premiums.

Why Work at Thai Summit America

• Full-time employment
• Opportunities for overtime pay
• Shift premiums
• On-the-job training, including welding
• Long-term career stability with a growing automotive supplier
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement, including Team Leader and skilled roles
• Cross-training and ongoing skill development
• Comprehensive benefits package after probationary period

Now hiring for the following shifts:

• 1st Shift: Monday–Friday, 6:00am–2:30pm
• 2nd Shift: Monday–Friday, 2:00pm–10:30pm
• 3rd Shift: Sunday–Thursday, 10:00pm–6:30am

Job Summary

Production Associates operate and support production lines in a fast-paced, team-based manufacturing environment. Duties include operating press-line and assembly equipment, loading and unloading sheet metal blanks and coil, assembling and welding parts, inspecting and racking finished parts, and performing metal rework. Additional tasks include basic troubleshooting, quality control, and keeping workstations clean and organized. Some areas may require forklift driving.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform machine operations, including basic controls of assembly and press-line equipment.
• Load and unload sheet metal blanks and coil.
• Load, assemble, and weld parts per process specifications and work instructions.
• Correct and troubleshoot machine faults and report equipment concerns.
• Complete inside/outside die changeovers.
• Know and adhere to safety procedures; report any accident, injury, near miss, or unsafe condition immediately.
• Follow departmental process procedures and standard operating procedures.
• Inspect parts produced per process to ensure they meet our high standards.
• Complete quality check documentation and production records per process.
• Rack and contain finished parts per specifications.
• Initiate quality improvements and assist in concern resolution.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities using 5S/TPM processes.
• Maintain production efficiencies and strive to meet or exceed daily production goals.
• Maintain housekeeping requirements to ensure a safe, organized work environment.
• Perform other duties as required.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions and communicate effectively in a team environment.
• Willingness to learn; new hire orientation, welding (OJT), and ERP system training provided.

Preferred Qualifications

• One year of manufacturing experience.
• General knowledge of quality systems.
• Ability to identify sheet metal/aluminum defects.
• Basic knowledge of using an ERP system.

Physical Requirements

This position requires the ability to perform work while sitting, standing, and/or walking for extended periods of time (8 hours or more), frequent lifting of up to 50 lbs., and occasional lifting, climbing, carrying, pulling, gripping, grasping, twisting, bending, stooping and reaching throughout the workday. Good hand and eye coordination, the ability to use a phone and computer keyboard, and the ability to work in a manufacturing environment are required.

Ready to build your career with Thai Summit America? Apply today.