Manufacturing Operator

Bradford White Corporation | Middleville, MI

Pay

• $21.35/hr starting wage
• $22.10/hr at 3 months

Automatic increase to full job rates at 6 months:

• $22.85/hr at Level 1
• $23.50/hr at Level 3
• $24.75/hr at Level 7

Additional Premiums

• +$1.25/hr second shift
• +$1.00/hr third shift
• + up to $2.50/hr for weld certifications

Variety of Positions

• Level 1 Jobs: Janitors; Line Feeders
• Level 2 Jobs: Conveyor Load/Unload; Brushers; Press Operators
• Level 3 Jobs: Assembly Operators; Forklift; Shipping and Receiving
• Level 4 Jobs: Mill Operators; Enamel and Paint Sprayers
• Level 5 Jobs: Quality; Utilities
• Level 6 Jobs: Shear Operators; Sheet Blast
• Level 7 Jobs: Line Leads; Welders

More Reasons to Join Bradford White

• Leading medical coverage with a $0 employee premium!
• Payday every week! Plus annual pay increases.
• 12 paid holidays. Make time for life outside of work.
• PTO starts accruing on day one! Start building your paid time off.
• 401(k) company match. Put more toward your future.
• Short-term disability and life insurance. Added protection for life’s unexpected moments.
• Opportunities to enhance your skills. Keep learning and growing.
• Stable, long-term employment. Build a lasting career with us.

Job Description

We are seeking General Manufacturing Associates for our facility in Middleville, MI. Depending on the assigned position, responsibilities may include production, assembly, material handling, quality inspection, or equipment operation.

Listed below are the qualifications required for consideration:

Required Qualifications

• Operate production equipment and machinery according to established procedures
• Follow work instructions, production schedules, and standard operating procedures
• Perform quality inspections to ensure products meet company standards
• Adhere to all safety policies and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements
• Ability to work within shift timeframes as well as adhere to overtime requirements
• Exhibit reliable and predictable attendance
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high-volume team environment
• Willingness to perform physical work for extended shifts (8–12 hours)
• Ability to safely use basic hand tools (drills, wrenches, screwdrivers, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing or industrial experience
• Prior experience working on a fast-paced assembly line
• Experience in metalworking, steel, or aluminum environments
• Mechanical aptitude, including troubleshooting or repairing equipment
• Basic math skills and ability to understand measurements
• Willingness and ability to be cross-trained across multiple roles

Skills to Be Successful in This Role

• Strong teamwork and collaboration mindset
• Strong attention to detail to meet quality and product specifications
• Clear communication skills (verbal and written)
• Ability to quickly learn and apply new processes and instructions
• Adaptability in a fast-changing production environment
• Openness to feedback and a commitment to continuous improvement
• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to learn from mistakes
• Self-motivated with a focus on personal growth and skill development