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BorgWarner

Global automotive powertrain and electrification provider

Production Operator

Full-Time
$21.50 - $22.89/hr+ $0.50/hour third-shift premium + Hiring bonus
Entry
Dixon, IL, USA
In Person
Manufacturing & Production OperationsProduct Assembly

About the job

Requirements
  • A high school diploma or GED equivalent is required.
  • A good safety and attendance record is required.
  • Basic math skills, including calculating and using statistical data, are required.
  • The ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions is required.
  • The ability to function and actively participate in a team-oriented environment is required.
  • PC literacy is required.
  • Problem-solving skills are required.
  • The position requires standing for two-thirds or more of working time, walking, talking, hearing, handling or feeling objects with hands or fingers, stooping, kneeling, crouching, bending or crawling, reaching with hands and arms, and tasting or smelling.
  • The position requires lifting or exerting force up to 35 pounds.
  • Close, distance, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus are required.
  • The role may expose the employee to moderate heat, light dust and fumes; hearing protection is required at 90 decibels and above.
  • The employee must work the third-shift schedule, Sunday night/Monday morning through Thursday night/Friday morning, 11:15 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., and be able to work overtime during the week and on Saturdays; Sundays are voluntary.
Responsibilities
  • Manufacture, assemble, test, and pack products according to documented procedures.
  • Visually and mechanically inspect components and finished assemblies using gauges, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring devices.
  • Perform the first-piece approval process according to documented procedures.
  • Participate in team activities such as Kaizen and other manufacturing teams.
  • Follow BorgWarner's health, safety, and environment practices and policies.
  • Support and practice World Class manufacturing techniques, including Visual Factory and just-in-time methods.
  • Perform routine preventive maintenance activities.
  • Continually improve production throughput.
  • Develop competencies and move throughout Dixon's product lines as needed to support optimal resource deployment.
  • Assist in improving first-time quality and reducing production scrap.
  • Assume process ownership using statistical process control, check sheets, and related methods.
  • Assist in training new production personnel.
  • Follow BorgWarner's quality policies and practices.
  • Maintain the work area in orderly condition, including tools, equipment, and personal belongings.
  • Use required personal protective equipment, follow safety rules and procedures, train others in safety procedures, and comply with the plant code of conduct.
  • Attend safety and health training sessions and maintain housekeeping according to 5S standards.
  • Perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.

About the company

BorgWarner designs and supplies powertrain technology for vehicles, including traditional internal-combustion components and electrification systems. Its products include automatic transmissions, diesel cold-start technology, and electric propulsion components developed through strategic acquisitions. It differentiates itself through decades of experience and a broad, globally integrated portfolio that combines legacy powertrain know-how with modern electrification capabilities. Its goal is to be a leading global provider of powertrain solutions across both traditional and electrified drivetrains, helping the automotive industry move toward more efficient and lower-emission propulsion.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Auburn Hills, Michigan

Founded

1928

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What believers are saying

  • Q2 2026 adjusted EPS reached $1.42, and management raised full-year guidance to $5.05-$5.30.
  • Board authorized another $1 billion buyback through 2029 after Q2 margin expansion.
  • IAA Transportation 2026 showed BorgWarner winning commercial EV battery and inverter design pipelines.

What critics are saying

  • Battery Energy Systems sales fell $60 million in Q2 2026, signaling weak execution.
  • Organic sales declined 1.2% in Q2 2026 despite higher margins and buybacks.
  • If OEMs shift faster to in-house power electronics, BorgWarner loses a core business by 2029.

What makes BorgWarner unique

  • BorgWarner sells propulsion across combustion, hybrid, and battery-electric platforms globally.
  • Its 2026 inverter extensions with a major European OEM lock in 2029 volume.
  • Its LFP Compact Battery and eDrive stack target commercial vehicles, not only passenger EVs.

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Benefits

  • Flexible Work Hours
  • Hybrid Work Options

Growth & Insights and Company News

6 month growth

11%

1 year growth

17%

2 year growth

17%
Letenda
Sep 20th, 2026
Letenda Partners with Driventic and BorgWarner to Deliver Advanced Electric Powertrain Solutions for North American Midsize Heavy-Duty Transit Buses

Letenda Partners with Driventic and BorgWarner to Deliver Advanced Electric Powertrain Solutions for North American Midsize Heavy-Duty Transit Buses

Yahoo Finance
Sep 17th, 2026
BorgWarner director sells 5,000 shares for $328K as stock rises 49% in 12 months

BorgWarner director Michael Hanley sold 5,000 shares of common stock on 28 August 2026 for $327,550, according to an SEC filing. The transaction was executed at $65.51 per share, above the $64.09 closing price on the transaction date. The sale represented 13% of Hanley's directly held common stock. Following the transaction, he continues to hold 34,313 shares directly, valued at approximately $2.2 million. The filing indicates he holds no indirect shares or derivative securities. BorgWarner's stock returned 49% during the 12 months ending on the transaction date. The company, a global supplier of propulsion technologies for combustion, hybrid, and electric vehicles, has a market capitalisation of $12.6 billion and trailing 12-month revenue of $14.3 billion.

Entrepreneur India
Sep 15th, 2026
BorgWarner unveils new LFP Compact Battery.

BorgWarner unveils new LFP Compact Battery. BorgWarner showcased its next-generation LFP Compact Battery Pack for commercial vehicles at IAA Transportation 2026, featuring optimized packaging, reduced weight and a smaller footprint. Automotive technology company BorgWarner has made the European trade show debut of its next-generation Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) Compact Pack at IAA Transportation 2026 in Hanover, Germany. The company is expanding its propulsion portfolio for commercial vehicles across both battery-electric and internal combustion powertrains. According to BorgWarner, the new LFP battery architecture has been developed with more optimized packaging, reduced weight and a smaller overall footprint. These improvements are designed to help lower production costs while supporting the requirements of commercial vehicle manufacturers and fleet operators. The technology comes as commercial vehicle manufacturers and fleet operators face increasing pressure to meet stringent emission norms while maintaining total cost of ownership (TCO), vehicle performance and payload capacity. Alongside the battery system, BorgWarner also showcased integrated eDrive units, power electronics and thermal management solutions at IAA Transportation 2026. The company is focusing on these technologies to support the electrification and decarbonisation of commercial vehicles. Dr. Paul Farrell, Executive Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer, BorgWarner, said commercial vehicle manufacturers need to balance requirements including emissions reduction, energy efficiency, performance, durability and cost. He added that IAA Transportation provides an opportunity for the company to demonstrate technologies that address current customer requirements while preparing for future mobility needs. Submit your email address to receive the latest updates on news & host of opportunities

BorgWarner
Sep 15th, 2026
BorgWarner showcases technologies for more efficient and sustainable commercial vehicles at IAA Transportation 2026.

BorgWarner showcases technologies for more efficient and sustainable commercial vehicles at IAA Transportation 2026. * Comprehensive portfolio supports propulsion diversity across battery electric and combustion-powered commercial vehicles * Highlights include advanced battery systems, integrated eDrive solutions, power electronics and thermal management technologies * Meet BorgWarner executives and technology experts at Booth C65, Hall 12 BorgWarner will showcase its latest technologies for commercial vehicles at IAA Transportation 2026 in Hanover, Germany, from September 14 to 20. At Booth C65 in Hall 12, the company will highlight how its broad portfolio of electrification, propulsion and thermal management solutions helps manufacturers improve efficiency, performance and sustainability across a wide range of commercial vehicle applications. For the first time at a European trade show, BorgWarner will showcase its LFP next-generation Compact Pack, featuring a redesigned architecture with optimized weight, footprint, and cost. The new design delivers improved performance, increased energy efficiency, and an extended operational lifetime. "Commercial vehicle manufacturers must balance increasingly complex requirements, from emissions reduction and energy efficiency to performance, durability and cost," said Dr. Paul Farrell, Executive Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer, BorgWarner Inc. "IAA Transportation provides an excellent opportunity to demonstrate how BorgWarner's technology portfolio helps our customers address these challenges today while preparing for the mobility needs of tomorrow." BorgWarner will present technologies across propulsion platforms, underscoring a balanced approach to supporting a lower-emission transportation sector through propulsion diversity and technology innovation.

Yahoo Finance
Aug 31st, 2026
BorgWarner director sells 28% of holdings for $485K amid 69% share price surge

BorgWarner director Shaun McAlmont sold 7,000 shares of the automotive supplier on 17 August 2026 for $485,520, according to an SEC filing. The transaction was executed at $69.36 per share and represents a 28% reduction in McAlmont's direct holdings, leaving him with 18,070 shares valued at $1.2 million. The sale occurred during a period of strong performance for BorgWarner, with shares up 69% over the preceding year. The company, which supplies propulsion technologies for combustion, hybrid, and electric vehicles, has a market capitalisation of $13.1 billion and reported revenue of $14.3 billion. Analysts remain bullish on BorgWarner, with 67% rating it a buy and a median one-year price target of $81.50.