Equipment Operator (3rd Shift)

Taylor Corporation; Mankato (MN); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

New hire incentive ($1000)

Job summary

Taylor Corporation is seeking an Equipment Operator for its Label Works division in North Mankato, MN. The role focuses on operating machines for finishing production orders, supporting shipping, and maintaining quality standards.

Ideal candidates are mechanically inclined, with basic math skills and the ability to follow work orders. Expect a 3rd shift, 10:00pm–6:30am schedule, and opportunities to contribute across departments as needed.

Qualifications

• Mechanical and technical aptitude required.
• Basic math skills including reading a ruler and calculating label dimensions.
• Ability to operate equipment to meet production and quality standards.
• Ability to understand verbal and written work orders.
• Strong attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Operate automatic or semi-automatic machines in a continuous production environment, including cutters, slitters, and shrink wrappers.
• Assist in shipping by pre-boxing and preparing orders
• Proofread and quality-check product for accuracy and quality standards
• Clean and maintain the work area in compliance with safety regulations
• Assist in other departmental areas as workload requires

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Basic math

Operate equipment

Read/work orders

Attention to detail

Job description

Come Work with Us! 1,000 New Hire Incentive! 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: Label Works, a division of Taylor Corporation, is seeking an Equipment Operator in our North Mankato-MN facility to work in our slitting, cutting, and shipping areas. This role is responsible for operating machines to finish production orders and assisting with the shipping process. We are looking for someone who is mechanically inclined and comfortable operating multiple pieces of equipment during their shift based on product and staffing needs.

Your Responsibilities

• Operate automatic or semi-automatic machines in a continuous production environment, including cutters, slitters, and shrink wrappers
• Assist in shipping by pre-boxing and preparing orders
• Proofread and quality-check product for accuracy and quality standards
• Clean and maintain the work area in compliance with safety regulations
• Assist in other departmental areas as workload requires

Your Shift

3rd Shift; Monday - Friday, 10:00pm - 6:30am

You Must Have

• Mechanical and technical aptitude
• Basic math skills, including reading a ruler and calculating label dimensions for stock optimization
• Ability to operate equipment to meet production and quality standards
• Ability to understand verbal and written instructions for work orders
• Strong attention to detail

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, standing and walking for the majority of shift
• Ability to regularly lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50+ pounds

We Would Also Prefer

• Ability to distinguish colors
• Experience in a production or manufacturing environment

The anticipated hourly range for this position is $16 - $21. 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 employee.

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

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. 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.