Aerospace Production Operator: Precision & Quality

Molex; Little Falls (MN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

medical

dental

vision

flexible spending account

health savings account

life insurance

ADD

disability

retirement

paid vacation/time off

educational assistance

infertility assistance

paid parental leave

adoption assistance

Job summary

Molex Aerospace & Defense Solutions (ADS) is hiring a Production Operator to operate manufacturing equipment and support production processes for high-quality, defect-free products. You will follow work instructions, monitor equipment and product quality, and ensure safety in a continuous-improvement manufacturing environment.

The role may involve molding or stamping operations based on experience and business needs, with a focus on reliability and teamwork in aerospace and defense applications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Experience working in a manufacturing, production, machine-operation, or similar hands-on environment.
• Ability to follow written work instructions, procedures, and safety requirements.
• Basic math and measurement skills.
• Ability to identify quality issues and communicate concerns to appropriate team members.
• Ability to work safely around manufacturing machinery and equipment.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive manufacturing tasks throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift and move materials as required by the position and site guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment and machinery according to established work instructions, procedures, and safety requirements.
• Load raw materials and components, start and monitor equipment, and perform routine machine adjustments within established guidelines.
• Inspect finished and in-process products to identify defects and ensure products meet quality and dimensional requirements.
• Use basic inspection and measurement equipment as required by the manufacturing process.
• Complete production records, traceability documentation, and other required paperwork accurately.
• Monitor equipment and processes for abnormalities and elevate quality, equipment, or production concerns to the appropriate Lead, Technician, Quality, or Engineering partner.
• Perform routine equipment and work‑area activities such as cleaning, material handling, basic troubleshooting, and preventative operator checks.
• Follow all safety, quality, environmental, and regulatory requirements applicable to the work area.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities, including 5S, waste reduction, productivity improvements, and process improvements.
• Work collaboratively with team members to meet production, quality, delivery, and safety objectives.

Skills

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Ability to follow instructions

Basic math

Quality consciousness

Stamina

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Inspection tools

Job description

Molex Aerospace & Defense Solutions (ADS) is hiring a Production Operator to operate manufacturing equipment and support production processes for high-quality, defect-free products. You will follow work instructions, monitor equipment and product quality, and ensure safety in a continuous-improvement manufacturing environment.

The role may involve molding or stamping operations based on experience and business needs, with a focus on reliability and teamwork in aerospace and defense applications.