Job Description

We Are AUTOKINITON

AUTOKINITON is a Michigan-based automotive company delivering operational excellence, high-quality execution, and customer service. We offer 100% vertical integration capabilities such as end-to-end engineering, manufacturing, and in-house logistics.



We're proud of our Tier 1 supplier legacy for manufacturing propulsion-agnostic, structural automotive components, and assemblies around the globe.

To help us drive excellence, you'll get to:

Assisting with all incoming and outgoing part shipments.

Prepare and document all outgoing shipments in a timely manner

Enter data in computer as necessary

Document incoming materials as required

Schedule Steel deliveries and add to delivery calendar

Monitor and track container returns

Reconcile packing slips to purchase orders to releases

Process hourly/daily paperwork as required

Monitor all EDI and manual shipping requirements, perform input and corrections as required

Liaison for all customer communication, including but not limited to DDL, TS, etc.

Assist in cycle counting and physical inventories

Monitor and participate in activities to support continuous improvement

Participate in activities to support environmental efforts

Monitor and contribute to continuous improvement

Disburse incoming and outgoing supplies

Assist in shipping returns

6S Housekeeping - contribute to the effort to maintain a clean and safe work environment

Regular and punctual, in-person attendance is required




This full-time, hourly role is a part of our Materials team and reports to the Shipping Supervisor.

Required experience:

H/S diploma or GED

Must be organized and have experience or the ability to learn data entry on a computer

Excellent interpersonal skills

Need an understanding of automotive manufacturing in a Shipping or Materials Department while understating production requirements.

Fork Truck license (will have to be certified - if not currently) -Pass written test and demonstrate safe operation of a powered industrial vehicle. The ability to read and understand both written and verbal information

Comply with the Autokiniton values and policies

Use scale for weigh control purposes

Use handheld scanner

Working conditions:

We'll provide position-specific details including physical and focused efforts, working environment and conditions, and reasonable accommodations during the interview process.

Where you'll be:

This position is located at our Auburn, Indiana plant, offering many community events, resources, programs, and recreational opportunities for you and your family.

Community features:

Family Oriented Town and Atmosphere

Open and trustworthy company culture with a 'People First" mentality

We value our associates and their safety before any numbers.

Why you'll enjoy working here:

Competitive Wages and Comprehensive Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with Company contribution match, and 15 paid holidays, including a bridge holiday in December. Wages starting over $20 per hour.

Work-Life Balance:

Many of our Associates have stayed with us for 25+ years! It takes a good work-life balance to make it that far. We support your personal and professional priorities as they impact your well-being.

Growth Opportunities:

Take your career to the next level through tuition reimbursement programs, on-the-job training, learning management systems, and advancement opportunities from within our organization.

Learning and Development:

We empower all our Associates - from entry-level to senior-level - with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in their current roles and beyond at AUTOKINITON.

AUTOKINITON Promotes a dynamic and collaborative work environment for everyone.


AUTOKINITON is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.


This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. AUTOKINITON makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.