Framer Operator

Heliene, Inc.; Rogers (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Job summary

Heliene, Inc. is hiring a Framer Operator in Mountain Iron, MN. The role requires leading on the production floor, training workers, and back-filling positions, while ensuring continuous 24/7 module assembly in a fast-paced facility.

Shifts are 12-hour with 4 days on/off; starting pay is $22.50 per hour plus night shift differential. Benefits include a 401K and a commitment to safety and quality in a growing solar manufacturing company.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; 18+ years old.
• On-the-job training provided; manufacturing experience preferred.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Capable of following oral and written instructions.
• Troubleshooting skills.
• Maintain production and quality standards.
• Able to lift 30 lbs.
• Able to stand for long periods in a fast-paced environment.
• Soldering experience is a plus.
• Criminal Background Check and Drug Screening required.
• This is a Safety Sensitive Position.

Responsibilities

• Work within a team of Operators.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment, including a clean and orderly work area.
• Feed raw materials to semi-automated machines.
• Perform quality and testing procedures based on criteria at every stage of the production line.
• Report defective materials or questionable conditions to the supervisor.
• Follow all health and safety policies.
• Train junior operators.
• Learn multiple floor areas to fill in as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Troubleshooting

Lifting ability

Soldering

Fast-paced environment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

About Heliene

Heliene is a fast-paced entrepreneurial company growing rapidly in a highly desirable industry, with a mission to be part of the solution to climate challenges and contribute to a better planet.

Heliene is a fast-paced entrepreneurial company growing rapidly in a highly desirable industry, with a mission to be part of the solution to climate challenges and contribute to a better planet. Heliene has taken the challenge to help the world reduce its reliance on fossil fuels, by striving to be a leader in renewable energy. We are a manufacturer of high-efficiency and high-quality solar modules. Our modules are produced on state-of-the-art solar manufacturing lines in Ontario-Canada, Minnesota-USA, and at manufacturing partners around the world. Customer First is more than a slogan. It's the guiding principle of our business, a core value, and the cornerstone of our company culture.

Why join Heliene

We are looking for talented and motivated people that want to help us shape the solar industry. Under an experienced leadership team, we provide growth opportunities, intellectual challenges, and a flexible, collaborative company culture.

We offer a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, vision (100% employer paid for employees and 50% co-pay for spouse/dependents), life insurance, paid time off and retirement plans.

The Position

Job Title

Framer Operator

Position Status

Full-time, Non-Exempt Hourly

Department

Production

Supervision Received

Production Supervisor

Supervision Exercised

N/A

Schedule

Shift work, rotating 12-hour shifts, 4 days on/off

Wage/Salary

$22.50/ hour base wage + shift differential for nights

Location

Mountain Iron, Minnesota

The Framer Operator is a key member of the Operations team. Framer Operators play a leadership role on the production floor including taking on training duties, being able to back‑fill open positions, and in particular, run the Autobus and Framer equipment. They work to ensure there is continuous 24/7 production to assemble Photovoltaic Modules in a clean, fast-paced modern manufacturing facility.

• Work within a team of Operators.
• Maintain a clean, safe work environment, including keeping the work area in a clean and orderly condition.
• Feed raw materials to semi-automated machines.
• Perform quality and testing procedures based on a set criterion at every stage of the production line.
• Report defective materials or questionable conditions to the supervisor.
• Follow all health and safety policies.
• Train junior operators.
• Learn multiple areas on the floor to be a relief as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Applicants must be 18 years of age or older with a high school diploma or GED or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
• No experience necessary, on-the-job training provided, preference given to those who demonstrate technical capabilities and have manufacturing experience
• Strong attention to detail
• Capable of understanding and following oral and written instructions
• Troubleshooting skills
• Maintain production and quality standards
• Ability to follow all company safety policies and procedures
• Ability to lift 30 lbs.
• Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment that requires standing for long periods of time
• Computer experience is considered an asset
• Soldering Experience
• Previous manufacturing experience is an asset
• Self-motivated
• Criminal Background Check and Drug Screening required
• This position is identified as a Safety Sensitive Position

Physical Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must be able to perform repetitive motion tasks for extended periods of time
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
• Must be able to tolerate an assembly line environment

Compensation Package

• Salary: $22.50 - $23.50 /hr
  • Night Shift premium: $1 per hour
• Benefits + 401K
• 12-hour shifts, 4 on 4 off rotation

All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States of America.

Currently, Heliene USA is not accepting applicants that require sponsorship.

Heliene is strongly committed to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our organization. We are an equal-opportunity employer and a Fair Chance Employer. Heliene invites and encourages applications from all qualified candidates from equity-deserving groups, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status.