1st Shift, Baker I

Oatey Co.; Shakopee, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Profit sharing

401(k) with company match

Health insurance

HDHP health plan

Disability insurance

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Oatey Co. in Shakopee, MN is seeking a manufacturing assistant to mold and cure test balls and related products in ovens and presses. The role focuses on operating molds, monitoring quality, and following detailed work instructions.

The position requires one year of related experience, basic math and reading/writing skills, good communication, and the ability to operate machinery. HS diploma preferred; training provided. 16.95–22.04–27.12 USD hourly, with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• One year related work experience.
• Demonstrated basic math, reading, and writing skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to operate machinery.
• Ability to read and understand digital, needlepoint and other gauges.
• Problem solving skills.
• Decision making skills.

Responsibilities

• Load balls into molds; pressurize mold as required; place molds into oven, bake. 40%*
• Remove and open molds, visually check for appearance-adherence to specs. 40%*
• Follow work schedule-oral and written. 5%*
• Complete required maintenance reports and records. 5%*
• Other duties as assigned. 5%*

Skills

One year experience

Math skills

Reading and writing

Good communication

Operate machinery

Read gauges

Problem solving

Decision making

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

2300 Vierling Drive West, Shakopee, Minnesota 55379 United States of America

Why Oatey?

Since 1916, Oatey has provided reliable, high-quality products for the residential and commercial plumbing industries, with a commitment to delivering quality, building trust and improving lives. Today, Oatey operates a comprehensive manufacturing and distribution network comprised of industry leading family of companies: Oatey, Cherne, Keeney, Quick Drain, Hercules, Dearborn, Oatey Canada, William H. Harvey, Masters, Contact, Belanger, Lansas, and Durgo.

At Oatey, we're doing big things — and by joining us, you'll have the chance to do big things too. You can build a strong career in an innovative, inclusive, high-performance environment, with the confidence that your company cares — about you, our customers and our world.Ready to make an impact in a place where you matter?

Position Summary: Perform duties to mold and cure test balls, muni balls, pipeline cleaning balls and other related raw product in an oven or press frame.

Position Responsibilities

• 1. Load balls into molds; pressurize mold as required; place molds into oven, bake. 40%*
• 2. Remove and open molds, visually check for appearance-adherence to specs. 40%*
• 3. Follow work schedule-oral and written. 5%*
• 4. Complete required maintenance reports and records. 5%*
• 5. Other duties as assigned. 5%*

Knowledge and Experience Required

• 1. One (1) year related work experience.
• 2. Demonstrated basic math, reading, and writing skills.
• 3. Good communication skills.
• 4. Ability to operate machinery.
• 5. Ability to read and understand digital, needlepoint and other gauges.
• 6. Problem solving skills.
• 7. Decision making skills.

Preferred

• 1. One (1) to two (2) years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.

Education and Certification

• 1. High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

Compensation Range for the Position

$16.95 - $22.04 - $27.12 USD

Offer amount determined by experience and review of internal talent.

Oatey Total Rewards

• Generous paid time off programs and paid company holidays to support flexibility and work-life balance
• Annual Discretionary Cash Profit Sharing
• Immediate eligibility and vesting in 401(k), including 100% company match, up to 5% of eligible compensation
• Market leading health insurance including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance offerings for associates and qualified dependents
• Significant company contribution to Health Savings Account with a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability income protection coverage at no cost to associates
• Paid Maternity and Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• A strong set of complementary resources to support associate well-being, including resource groups, EAP, and dedicated mental health support.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Oatey family of companies are an equal opportunity employer committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We recruit, employ, promote, and offer competitive pay for all jobs without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.