Job Title: Manufacturing SpecialistLocation: Bloomington, MNCompensation:$20.00-$23.00 per hour – paid weeklySchedule: 6:00 AM-6:00 PM or 6:00 PM-6:00 AM Job Type: Contract-to-hire
About the Opportunity
Doherty Staffing Solutions is partnering with a leading Bloomington manufacturer to hire Manufacturing Specialists. In this role, you will support all aspects of the production process, including equipment operation, material handling, quality inspection, production support activities, and continuous improvement initiatives. Successful candidates will thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, maintain quality and safety standards, and help achieve daily production goals. If you're looking for a hands‑on manufacturing career with weekly pay and long-term growth opportunities, we'd like to hear from you.
What You’ll Do as a Manufacturing Specialist
- Support all aspects of the production process, including equipment setup, operation, monitoring, and basic maintenance activities
- Operate production machinery and equipment to meet production schedules, quality standards, and efficiency goals
- Perform assembly, fabrication, packaging, inspection, testing, and material handling duties as assigned
- Load raw materials and unload finished products using appropriate material handling equipment, including forklifts when required
- Complete product changeovers, cleaning procedures, and equipment preparation to support production requirements
- Inspect in-process and finished products, identify quality concerns, and take appropriate action to ensure product compliance
- Follow standard operating procedures, safety requirements, and quality guidelines while maintaining accurate production records
- Communicate production, quality, maintenance, and safety concerns to supervisors and team members
- Support lean manufacturing, 5S initiatives, waste reduction efforts, and continuous improvement projects
What You Need to Bring to the Manufacturing Specialist Role
- Manufacturing, production, assembly, warehouse, or machine operation experience preferred
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
- Basic computer skills and ability to utilize production systems and workplace technology
- Ability to read and understand work instructions, production documents, blueprints, diagrams, and safety procedures
- Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, fractions, and decimals
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, push, pull, and perform repetitive tasks throughout the shift
- Ability to frequently lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds
- Comfortable working around moving machinery, manufacturing equipment, and production materials
- Ability to work in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment while maintaining safety and quality standards
- Reliable transportation to Bloomington, MN.
Why You’ll Like Working with Doherty Staffing Solutions
- Enjoy weekly pay, access to health coverage options through Benefits in a Card (including preventative and minimum value plans), and temp-to-hire opportunities for long‑term stability where applicable.
- As a family‑owned company with over 45 years in business, we pride ourselves on providing personalized support through a local, dedicated recruiter and maintaining a strong reputation backed by positive online ratings.
- We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming candidates from all backgrounds and experiences.
If you have questions about the Manufacturing Specialist job, contact our South Metro office at 952-835-8883.
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Doherty Staffing Solutions offers our valued contract employees health coverage through Benefits in a Card (preventative benefit and minimum value plans), along with weekly paychecks via a prepaid card from CHANGE. Learn more and find helpful links to additional resources at www.doherty.com/job-seekers/employee-benefits.