Engine Assembly Team Member (Detroit, MI)

Inside the Role

Detroit Diesel is expanding and seeking dedicated individuals to join their growing workforce. They offer competitive wages, strong benefits, career progression opportunities, and a supportive work environment committed to employee success.

About the role

We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual labor on or support the production line.
• Drive at DTNA: Assembly, Material handling, Shipping & receiving, Quality, Minor tool repair, minor equipment repair and preventative maintenance.
• Use required hand tools and supplied power tools in assigned tasks.
• Assemble products and release them to the next work group based on quality and productivity standards.
• Work in a team environment and be comfortable learning multiple jobs and tasks.

Requirements

• High school diploma (or equivalent)
• MUST be open to work any shift
• Basic reading and math skills
• Basic understanding of engine assembly, design, and function
• Ability to work in a heavy manufacturing environment that requires the ability to lift, carry, pull and push moderate to heavy equipment, tools and parts

Preferred Skills & Experience

• Two years of manufacturing experience
• Heavy duty truck assembly, automotive assembly or related experience

Benefits

• Starting at $17.50/hr, progressing through scheduled increases for 6 years to maximum rate of $36.83/hr.
• Shift Premiums: Afternoon shift receives a 5% premium and Midnight shift receives a 10% premium.
• Paid Holidays: Average of 16 per year.
• Profit Sharing: Eligibility for annual company profit sharing.
• 401(k) Company Match: Company match of 75% on a maximum of 8% contribution. 401(k) Defined Contribution: Company contribution currently $2.15/hr.
• Vacation: 80–200 hours based on years of service (1 year to 20+ years).
• Paid Absence Allowance (PAA): 56 hours per year; unused days earn $130/day bonus.
• Bereavement: Paid benefits provided.
• Tuition Assistance: Programs available for eligible employees.
• Medical & Dental: Low-cost HMO and PPO plans.
• Life Insurance: Company-provided life insurance benefits.
• Safety Standards: Adhere to all safety standards.
• Supplemental Unemployment Benefits: Employees are eligible for SUB after 2 years of seniority.

Where We Work

This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)- Detroit, MI US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Schedule Type

Onsite

Additional Information

• This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application.
• Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check.
• Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen.
• Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions.
• EEO - Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.