Careers
Together, let’s pave the way of the future for the automotive supplier industry. At Cadillac Products Automotive Company you will find more than a new career experience, you will become a part of our family. As we continue to innovative and expand our processing capabilities, as well as broaden our trusted product line, we are thrilled to offer some exciting new career opportunities.
In Search of Results Driven Candidates
Love to be challenged? A great way to advance your career talents in the field of engineering, manufacturing, accounting and more, we offer many opportunities for future employees at all vocational levels. So whether you’re a recent graduate, mid-level, or a professional expert, we welcome you to review the positions listed and apply. Set your career path in motion and become a part of our internationally recognized, fourth-generation, family-owned and managed company today!
An Equal Employment Opportunity Employer with a Rich Benefit Package Including:
- Cafeteria Style Health Plan Offering Dental, Medical & Vision Coverage
- Life, Accidental Death/Dismemberment & Accident Insurance
- Short & Long Term Disability
- 401K Plan with Company Participation
- Tuition Reimbursement Program for Work Related Curriculum
- Paid Holiday & Vacation Days
Job Listings
Love to be challenged? A great way to advance your career talents in the field of engineering, manufacturing, accounting and more, we offer many opportunities for future employees at all vocational levels. So whether you’re a recent graduate, mid-level, or a professional expert, we welcome you to review the positions listed and apply. Set your career path in motion and become a part of our internationally recognized, fourth-generation, family-owned and managed company today!
General Scope of Responsibility:
Direct and coordinate all shift activities through supervision of production support staff to manufacture quality products in a safe and cost-effective manner.
SPECIFIC DUTIES:
- Establish and maintain a safe workplace for all employees. Develop, implement, and monitor a comprehensive safety program that meets applicable safety regulations and corporate goals.
- Ensure that product quality standards are maintained and all operations are carried out in a consistent, controlled manner (e.g. as documented in the plant Quality Management System).
◦ Implement SPC on all processes, monitor to control, and take steps necessary to reestablish control when necessary.
- Identify and eliminate the root causes of low performance.
- Direct overall plant resources to meet or exceed corporate profitability expectations.
◦ Ensure that proper inventory levels are maintained.
◦ Ensure that all manufacturing processes are cost effective.
- Supervises all plant staff on shift.
- In coordination with the Plant Manager, develop and effectively implement plant continuous improvement programs and plans.
- Provide direction to the Human Resources effort to ensure fair and equal dealings with all employees.
- Ensure that plant actions are in conformance with all Company policies.
- Take required actions to maintain and safeguard Company assets.
- Represent Cadillac Products Automotive Company to the community and to other local industries.
* The above statements are intended to describe the essential functions and related requirements of persons assigned to this job. They are not intended as an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities and requirements.
QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Work Experience, etc.):
Minimum [Must have to be considered for the position]:
- Degree (preferably in a technical discipline) and five or more years of management experience in manufacturing; or, high school diploma or equivalent and ten or more years of experience in manufacturing supervision.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Experience which demonstrates developed problem-solving skills.
- Experience with database systems (i.e. Word, Excel, MS Office, Plex ERP)
- Developed planning and organizing skills, attention to detail, team building and leadership skills, administrative skills, and ability to make decisions and reach closure on assigned tasks.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Previous plant management experience or work assignments which had a direct reporting relationship to a Plant Manager.
Desired [Will provide job holder with added skill(s) to perform duties]:
- Experience in plastic extrusion and automotive supply base.
- Excellent planning skills and ability to effectively implement.
HUMAN RELATIONS:
Ideal candidate will be able to work confidently with customers and employees at all levels of the company. Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills are required for effective job performance. Professionalism, respect and authority must be exhibited at all times. This person must be viewed as a leader at all times.
Physical Requirements of the job:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms. Occasionally the employee will lift and/or move up to 5 – 35 pounds. Occasional use of stairs and ladders. Must be able to navigate various departments of the organization’s physical premises. Environmental conditions include noisy environments with occasional varying temperatures.
General Scope of Responsibility: Develop and manage electrical and control system design, implementation and change processes.
DUTIES & ELEMENTS:
Responsibilities:
•Develop electrical and controls system design solutions based on engineering principles and involvement in presentation of the solution to customer.
•Provide technical support to external and internal customers.
•Resolve operational problems related to projects and minimize delays or unexpected cost increases.
•Responsible for project success whether project leader or as part of a project team.
•Ensure all relevant safety objectives and legal requirements are observed for all work completed.
•Support plants in pre-sales technical concept and budgeting activities.
•Interpret project requirements, identify and address design parameters and engineering problems and ensure solutions are implemented accurately and within budget.
Engineering:
•Analyze project requirements and perform technical calculations supporting design including electrical requirements, robotic safety standards, and motor controls.
•Create and finalize designs to meet project requirements.
•Create an accurate Bill of Materials.
•Define equipment and parts from external suppliers.
•Conduct cost and time estimation.
Project Execution:
•Oversee project workflow and support internal and external resources to ensure timely delivery of projects, expected quality, and allotted budget.
•Electrical, software design of customized solutions including manufacturing automation and safety systems. Able to maintain project scope and identify project creep.
•Support manufacture, build and validation of systems which include pneumatics, servos, vfd’s, relays, communication networks, touchscreens, pushbuttons, and robotic integration.
•Create documentation such as user manuals, programming diagrams, network diagrams, and electrical drawings.
•Ability to architect programs that are simple to test, well documented and versatile.
Project Completion:
•Maintain accurate records and files according to quality standard.
•Commission customized products and systems onsite and at customer facilities.
Servicing
•Modifies systems upon customer’s request and documents the amendments accordingly.
•Provide high quality pre-project, design-in and post-project technical support to customers.
•Performs service on Allen Bradley Servo Motors.
•Must have panel construction knowledge.
•Hands-on experience preferable.
•Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.
*The above statements are intended to describe the essential functions and related requirements of persons assigned to this job. They are not intended as an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities, and requirements.
QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Work Experience, etc.):
Minimum [Must have to be considered for the position]:
•A bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering (or similar related degree) or 10+ years as an Electrical Technician.
•3-5 years related job experience.
•Proficient with MS Office, Allen Bradley Studio 5000, AutoCAD.
•Strong fundamental knowledge of control and electrical system design and its application in automated industrial designs including specification of vision, power, sensor, inspection, and communications systems.
•Experience demonstrating an ability to efficiently organize and plan work tasks to meet company goals.
•Experience demonstrating critical thinking with exceptional problem-solving skills, and ability to work independently and in team environments.
•Experience demonstrating ability to be proactive, resourceful & highly motivated with good communication skills and to work in high output environment.
•Experience balancing multiple projects.
•Travel as required to support projects.
Desired:
▪Proficient in Microsoft Excel
▪A working knowledge of plant processes.
▪Ability to plan and organize.
▪Ability to effectively solve problems.
▪Ability to reach closure on assigned tasks as scheduled.
HUMAN RELATIONS:
The Controls Engineer (CE) works closely with, and often serves as support to several different departments and personnel. As a result, and to achieve optimum effectiveness, the CE must maintain a positive, cooperative relationship with various departments/individuals and must be responsive to their needs.
The CE interacts with all levels of the organization, i.e., with operators through senior managers. To be effective, the CE must be sensitive to, and cooperatively blend the needs and goals of the various levels of the organization with the common denominator of ‘achieving organizational objectives’, i.e., effective launches, safety, quality, productivity, cost reduction, and positive employee/ employer relations.
Finally, in the role of a problem solver, the CE must remain objective and be able to make recommendations based on facts, regardless of whether those recommendations are popular. The CE must take ownership of the processes to which they are assigned and be accountable for all related machines.
Physical Requirements:
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift fifty pounds at times. Must be able to access and navigate all areas in the facility and access all machinery. Ability to distinguish various colors of wires and distinguish electronic system sections and wiring.
General Scope of Responsibility: To ensure all manufacturing processes are optimized in terms of production, quality, and technology. To oversee production readiness for all new product/process launches. To manage and prioritize Engineering work within the RC Plant to improve profitability.
Scope: Manages a team, responsible for the design and implementation of manufacturing processes, equipment, or plants. Responsible for operational excellence via efficient plant design. Ensures continuous improvement in safety, cost, quality and production. Manages all engineering projects and resolves engineering problems. Familiar with a variety of the field’s concepts, practices, and procedures. Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Leads and directs the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.
SPECIFIC DUTIES:
Leads the process engineering activities for new jobs/launches and engineering changes from preplanning and preparation to implementation.
- Reviews product design to ensure optimal manufacturability, adherence to tolerance guidelines, tool design, machine design, cell layout, compatibility issues, and safety concerns.
- Leads tooling development and design from prototype through manufacturing production stages.
- Leads efforts to develop manufacturing equipment for process through either machine upgrades or acquisition of new capital equipment.
- Leads process development effort through cross-functional teams to develop optimal cell layout, work instructions, process flow layout, and set-up procedures, while adhering to safety, quality, and productivity protocols.
- Leads cross-functional teams to develop PFMEA’s, mistake/error proofing.
- Coordinates internal engineering trials for PPAP’s, PSA’s, Run at Rates, etc.
- Evaluates and takes actions needed to meet or exceed targets set for spoilage, cycle time, and quality.
- Accomplishes the above tasks through compliance with the plant’s Advanced Planning Quality Procedures.
- Participate in Design Reviews, Build Reviews.
- Maintain open communication with Program Managers.
- Maintain Records of tooling design/purchase as outlined in Mfg. Capability.
- Produces part samples to meet customer requirements.
- Turn jobs over to production that are process capable and have all required equipment and documentation
Develop new manufacturing processes for existing and new business. (Continuous improvement)
- Produce part samples to meet customer requirements.
- Research New Manufacturing and Tooling techniques.
- Participate in PCIT team.
Manage the responsibilities and priorities of the engineering department.
- Review PFMEA’s, Scrap Reports, Utilization Reports, and Variance Summaries on a regular basis; prioritize corrective actions based on Significant Negative Variance, High RPN or severity of scrap produced.
- Maintain Prioritized List of Current Engineering projects.
- Assign Projects to appropriate personnel within RCP based on above priorities.
- Provide leadership, performance feedback input and motivation on projects and performance.
- Interface with plant personnel to smooth transition of projects into plant.
- Maintain Records of completed projects.
- Maintain Internal Corrective Action system and files.
Serve as a Technical Training Resource for the Plant.
- Identify and provide coaching to proper personnel on tooling issues.
- Identify items for quarterly maintenance meetings.
The above statements are intended to describe the essential functions and related requirements of persons assigned to this job. They are not intended as an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities and requirements.
QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Work Experience, Etc.):
Minimum [Must have to be considered for the position]:
- Engineering degree (BSME, Mechanical, or Manufacturing) and 5 or more years relevant experience; or, high school diploma or equivalent and ten years of relevant work experience. At least 1 year of experience in a supervisory role.
- Experience with CAD procedures.
- Design for manufacturing (DFM) experience.
- Demonstrated problem solving and technical skills.
- Experience with MS Office and CAD applications.
Desired [Will provide job holder with added skill(s) to perform duties]:
- Design experience.
- Thermoforming/Extrusion background
- Program management experience.
- Understanding of Level 2 SPC.
- Ability to read and work from prints.
- PLC Programming experience.
HUMAN RELATIONS:
Ideal candidate will be able to work confidently with employees at all levels of the company. Excellent communication skills required for effective job performance.
physical demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing all day. The employee must frequently lift and/or move items 25 lbs and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
General Scope of Responsibility:
Provide the leadership needed to effectively maintain all plant equipment, building and yards. Use experience and problem-solving skills to resolve operational difficulties.
SPECIFIC DUTIES:
- Ensure all equipment is maintained and operates as designed.
- Give daily priority to all safety related issues.
- Supervise the maintenance work force.
- Maintain a preventive maintenance program for all plant production equipment, auxiliary equipment, new equipment, building and yards.
- Assist plant management in developing a plant maintenance budget. Operate within the scope of the budget.
- Interact with Engineering personnel in the design and implementation of manufacturing equipment upgrades.
- Maintain inventories for machinery and building to insure proper and prompt repairs.
- Provide preventive maintenance training to department employees as needed.
- Install or assist in the installation of new or upgraded equipment.
- Requisition of maintenance and machine materials.
- Maintain a complete history of repair, preventive maintenance, and parts and labor purchases for all equipment.
- Provide to plant management, cause and corrective actions for equipment failures and repairs.
- Report monthly manpower status and requirements, preventive maintenance performed, downtime cause and corrective actions, and other required information.
- Act as the Environmental Management Representative. (Or Co-rep with the Plant Manager). This includes being the certified SWPPP operator. (Will provide RCRA Hazardous Waste Management Training which is a required onboarding training for this role.)
* The above statements are intended to describe the essential functions and related requirements of persons assigned to this job. They are not intended as an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities and requirements.
QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Work Experience, etc.):
Minimum [Must have to be considered for the position]:
- High school diploma and 10 years experience in a manufacturing environment; or, Technical Associates degree and 5 years related experience.
- 3 years experience in machine design, fabrication and installation.
- 3 years supervisory experience in Union shop.
- Computer experience using PM software, word processing, and spreadsheets.
Desired [Will provide job holder with added skill(s) to perform duties]:
- Knowledge in theory of machine design and construction.
- Hands on and solid understanding of electrical circuits and diagrams, pneumatics, and electrical/mechanical systems.
- Good understanding of plant systems, chillers, air compressors, HVAC systems, etc.
- Advanced PC skills — Access data base.
- Advanced program logic.
- Level 4 SPC.
- Ability to delegate job assignments and follow to insure completion.
Key Performance Traits
- Problem Analysis – The ability to seek out pertinent data; to determine the source and key dimensions of a problem.
- Planning/Organizing – Effectively plans and organizes own activities and activities of others.
- Follow Up/Control – Insures that directives are understood and carried out.
- Communication – Effectively transmits facts and ideas.
- Knowledge of Job – Familiarity with the various procedures of the work.
HUMAN RELATIONS:
Ideal candidate will be able to work confidently with employees at all levels of the company. Excellent communication skills required for effective job performance.
Physical Requirements: Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times. Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the facilities. Must be able to access all parts of the company equipment. Occasionally ascends/descends on ladders. Environmental conditions include noisy environments with occasional varying temperatures.
General Scope of Responsibility: Perform material testing for all CPAC facilities, report results, create sample and prototype parts, and maintains the laboratory and mezzanine in accordance with standard work instructions, ISO 9001, TS 16949 and ISO/IEC 17025.
SPECIFIC DUTIES:
- Follow all safety requirements and convey safe working practices to others
- Perform all companywide material testing as assigned in accordance with internal and external procedures and test methods (such as CPTM, SAE, ASTM, ISO, Ford, GM, Nissan, Stellantis, etc.)
- Operate all standard laboratory equipment including environmental chambers, ovens, presses, an Instron machine, acoustical material characterization instruments, ultrasonic welders, corona treaters, drills, calipers, micrometers and other small tools
- Read work instructions, national, international or industry standards in English, and determine if instrumentation and work instructions and reports are in compliance
- Provide suggestions for improved test and reporting processes
- Transfer data to laboratory spreadsheets, perform simple calculations such as average or standard deviation, make graphs in Office or other common software and upload data to SharePoint
- Publish easy to read, accurate, and thorough reports on customer specific or standard forms
- Maintain material testing files, data, requests, and samples in accordance with internal and external procedures.
- Perform testing using reference specimens and obtain data within acceptable accuracy limits
- Consistently show attention to detail so that test results aren’t invalidated due to improper environmental conditions, sample preparation, etc. Ability to recognize if extraneous factors will invalidate test results. Ensures that lab procedures are followed as written.
- Work on several projects simultaneously. Works with Lab Manager to ensure that tests are properly scheduled.
- Promptly communicates with Lab Manager or other personnel when there is a problem with testing.
- Maintain lab organization and comply with all safety and housekeeping policies.
- Recognize trends and data; remember typical and expected values after running the test several times.
- Perform all other duties as assigned by the Lab Manager or Senior lab staff
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Associates degree or equivalent in a technical field with laboratory experience
- Competent in Microsoft Office tools such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint
- Travel to other CPAC and vendor locations in southeast Michigan
- The job duties require an employee to: stand, bend and reach for extended periods of time, bend or stoop in tight spaces, climb ladders, and walk and move objects weighing up to 25 pounds for extended periods of time.
- Demonstrate good interpersonal skills when interacting with co-workers, be able to communicate effectively in writing and orally in English
- Demonstrate excellent organizational skills
Desired [Will provide job holder with added skills(s) to perform duties]:
- Familiar with acoustics and manufacturing processes such as extrusion, injection molding, thermoforming and adhesives
- Familiar with statistical methods.
General Scope of Responsibilities:
- The operator is responsible for running of the machine in a safe and productive manner.
- They are also responsible for ensuring the quality of the product and performing necessary quality checks.
- The operator must package the finished product and accurately record all information.
- The operator must be willing to be part of a team environment by helping others in the performance of their duties.
Essential Functions:
- Follow all plant work and safety rules.
- Ensure the product meets or exceeds customer and internal specifications.
- Perform all necessary quality control testing and record all data, accurately, as required.
- Package product in boxes or returnable containers/racks and accurately record all information on all necessary paperwork.
- Fill out product identification labels and make cartons.
- Continuously inspect product for defects.
- Work rotating work schedule and overtime as assigned.
- Perform necessary housekeeping in work area.
Peripheral Job Duties & Responsibilities:
- Attend all required meetings.
- Report all unsafe conditions.
- Participate on assigned project/improvement teams.
- Perform all other duties as assigned and necessary.
Physical/Mental Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- The employee is required to stand long hours on a daily basis, often over 8 hours in a day.
- The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
- The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
- Possess detailed observation skills.
- Operate all levers and controls.
- Must be able to concentrate continuously on task.
Education or Trade Knowledge Required:
- Must be able to read, write, and communicate.
- Must be able to add, subtract, and solve simple mathematical process problems.
- Must be able to accurately read and use a tape measure.
- Must be able to operate a computer, having basic computer skills.
- Must be able to successfully pass all required training courses.
- Must be able to read and understand simple drawings.
- Must be able to understand and fulfill job duties in a timely manner as reviewed by supervisor.
Work Environment:
- This is a typical industrial environment utilizing moderately heavy equipment.
- The work environment at times can be dirty, hot, cold, dusty, noisy (85 DBS), and greasy, but is generally thought to be good.
- Workers may be exposed to hazards such as overhead hoists, stationary blades, utility knives, pinch points, lifting, extreme heat, hazardous chemicals, forklift traffic, high voltage, repetitive tasks, moving machine parts, fumes and heights.
- High degree of care necessary as serious injury may result.
Interaction with others:
- Able to work and communicate within the work group.
- Able to work and communicate with supervisors and managers.
- Able to work and communicate with leaders.
- Able to train others
Work Authorization:
All employees must be authorized to work in the United States. The employee must also present acceptable documents evidencing identity and employment authorization.
AAP/EEO Statement:
Cadillac Products Automotive Company is committed to a policy of equal employment in all personnel actions. The Company does not and will not unlawfully discriminate against any race, color, religion, sex, age or national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.
Three (3) positions available, two on afternoon shift and one on midnight shift. They are 8 hour shifts plus overtime as needed.
General Scope of Responsibility:
To support all Maintenance operations within the manufacturing plant
SPECIFIC DUTIES:
Perform machine maintenance repair. Assignments will include but are not limited to performing preventative maintenance, machine repair, machine design improvements, buidling and grounds maintenance, and industrial machine trouble shooting.
QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Work Experience, Etc.):
Minimum [Must have to be considered for the position]:
- High School Diploma;
- Knowledge of basic electricity;
- DC and AC Drive Installation and Troubleshooting experience;
- Mechanical and electrical blue print reading and writing experience;
- Ability to utilize OEM documentation to repair equipment (prints and instructions);
- Knowledge of electrical controls;
- Ability to do industrial electrical troubleshooting;
- Knowledge of Plant work/safety rules;
- Knowledge of electrical safety and the industrial electrical code;
- Ability to provide mechanical and electrical support;
- Ability to fill out machine work requests completely and accurately;
- Ability to research, select and make recommodations for mechanical and electrical component repairs;
- Basic machining skills;
- Knowledge of tooling (dies and molds);
- Understanding of hydraulic systems.
Desired [Will provide job holder with added skill(s) to perform duties]:
- 5 years experience in electrical and mechanical repair; (up to 4 years of experience can be substituted by school)
- Advanced machining skills and ability to work from drawings and prints;
HUMAN RELATIONS:
- Ability to communicate effectively;
- Good interpersonal skills;
- Ability to instruct and convey ideas clearly;
- Excellent Attendance.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times;
- Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the facilities;
- Must be able to access all parts of the company equipment;
- Occasionally ascends/descends on ladders;
- Environmental conditions include noisy environments with occasional varying temperature.
* The above statements are intended to describe the essential functions and related requirements of persons assigned to this job. They are not intended as an exhaustive list of all job duties, responsibilities and requirements.
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