Equipment Operator 3rd shift

Taylor Corporation; Fridley, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Benefits day 1

Health plans

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Job summary

Taylor Corporation in Fridley, MN is hiring an Equipment Operator for 3rd shift to set up, operate, and maintain complex machinery while meeting production goals.

The role focuses on equipment inspections, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and mentoring new and existing staff, with a strong emphasis on safety and compliance with DOT/HAZMAT guidelines. Competitive hourly pay and benefits start day one.

Qualifications

• Experience operating machinery in a manufacturing setting.
• Ability to read and interpret numerical data and sequencing.
• Dependable attendance and ability to work overtime.
• Strong safety awareness and PPE usage.
• Willingness to train and mentor other employees.

Responsibilities

• Setup, operate, and monitor complex machinery, ensuring production schedules are met.
• Perform preventive maintenance and inspections to identify potential issues.
• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions to minimize downtime.
• Train and mentor new and existing employees on operation, safety, and quality expectations.
• Maintain accurate records related to equipment performance and maintenance.

Skills

Machine operation experience

Numbers sequencing

Math basics

Teamwork

Job description

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Taylor is proud to now offer “DailyPay”. With “DailyPay”, you can get paid on your very first day. No more waiting for direct deposit or a paper check! https://www.dailypay.com/partners/taylorcorp/

Taylor Corporation is a growing, dynamic company with big plans for the future ― and our people. Family owned and proud of it, we power our employees’ potential and strive to create opportunity and security for every member of the team. We’re passionate about our work, we believe there is always a better way, and we’re in this for the long haul. Ready to build a career? It’s time to look at Taylor.

Your Opportunity: Taylor Corporation is seeking an Equipment Operator in our Fridley-MN facility who is responsible for setting up, operating and maintaining equipment while ensuring efficiency and adherence to safety standards. You will play a crucial role in daily operations and contributing to production goals.

Work Authorization: To be considered for Taylor opportunities, candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.

Your Responsibilities

• Setup, operate, and monitor complex machinery, ensuring optimal performance and adherence to production schedules
• Conduct thorough inspections and preventive maintenance on equipment to identify potential issues before they impact production
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment malfunctions promptly to minimize downtime
• Train and mentor new and existing employees on machinery operation, safety protocols, best practices, and quality expectations
• Delegate tasks effectively to enhance team productivity and maintain a smooth workflow
• Serve as a positive role model, fostering a culture of collaboration and accountability
• Provide regular updates to the Production Supervisor on equipment status, production metrics, and any issues encountered
• Maintain accurate and detailed records related to equipment performance, production output, and maintenance activities
• Ensure compliance with all safety, DOT, HAZMAT, and environmental regulations
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area, adhering to all departmental policies and procedures
• Utilize Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) consistently and correctly
• Maintain accurate data entry for time keeping, job costing, and MRP job tracking
• Ability to setup of equipment for new products and complex projects
• Materials management – request materials required to maintain productivity

Your Shift

3rd Shift; Sunday - Thursday, 10:00pm - 6:00am

You Must Have

• Machine Operation experience
• Ability to comprehend number sequencing and recognize errors
• Ability to work with numbers
• Maintains a pattern of regular and predictable attendance
• Ability to follow written and verbal directions
• Has good mechanical aptitude
• Ability to work overtime as needed
• Ability to respond to continually changing priorities and coordinate multiple projects
• Perform a variety of tasks throughout the day in a fast-paced work environment
• Interact constructively and effectively with all plant employees
• Ability to work in a team environment toward a common goal
• Reacts to change productively and handles other tasks assigned
• A service-oriented individual with a high energy, positive and friendly demeanor
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods

Requirements Within This Position

• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information and ideas so others will understand
• Regularly required to remain in a stationary position
• Constantly operates machinery and handles products including print materials
• Frequently required to move inside the facility
• Regularly move up to 25+ pounds (lift, push, pull and/or carry)

The anticipated hourly range for this position is $20.00 - 25.00

The actual base offered depends on a variety of factors, which may include as applicable, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, specific and unique skills, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.

The range listed is just one component of Taylor Corporation’s total compensation and benefits package for employees.

About Taylor Corporation

One of the largest print and communications firms in North America, Taylor’s family of companies provides a diverse set of products, services and technologies that address the toughest business challenges. We work diligently each day to create printed and digital marketing communication solutions that help power many of the world’s most recognizable brands. With more than 50 years of category expertise and 10,000 employees spanning dozens of U.S. states and multiple countries, Taylor serves businesses and distributors both large and small.

Our employees enjoy a comprehensive benefit package including a choice of several health plans, dental, vision, wellness programs, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off (PTO) and 64 hours of annual holiday pay.

• choice of several health plans
• dental
• vision
• wellness programs
• life and disability coverage
• flexible spending accounts
• health savings accounts
• a 401(k) plan with company match
• paid time off (PTO)
• 64 hours of annual holiday pay

The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Taylor Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. Taylor Corporation including all partners and affiliates is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

Join us

Taylor Corporation is a dynamic, diversified company with big plans for the future – and your career. Join more than a company – become part of a family. Imagine a company whose core purpose is to create opportunity and security for its employees. That’s us, that’s Taylor.

If you’re ready for something bigger – more challenge, more variety, more pathways for professional growth – we should talk. We’re passionate about our work, we believe there is always a better way, and we’re looking for people like you.