Machine Assistant

Design Ready Controls; Champlin (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

Major medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) and paid time off

Job summary

Design Ready Controls is seeking a Machine Assistant for its Fabrication facility, Design Ready Fabrications, in Champlin, MN. You will work with experienced professionals, learning new skills and contributing to high-quality components.

This 2nd shift role on a 4x10 schedule (Mon-Thu: 3:00pm-1:30am) offers hands-on machine operation support, setup assistance, safety adherence, and active collaboration with production teams.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Familiarity with machine operations and/or steel fabrication preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and assist machine operators in setting up and preparing machines.
• Monitor machines for irregularities and report issues.
• Load raw materials and unload finished products.
• Safely operate forklift after certification.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Communication

Proactive problem-solving

Hand & power tools

Physical stamina

Safety-conscious

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Are you ready to forge a career in manufacturing? Design Ready Controls is a leader in the control panel industry and we are looking for a key player to join our team at our Fabrication facility, Design Ready Fabrications. As a Machine Assistant, you'll be a vital part of our team. You'll work alongside experienced professionals, learning new skills and contributing to the production of high-quality components.

This is a 2nd shift position with a 4x10 schedule, M-Th: 3:00pm-1:30am

Key Responsibilities

Machine Operations

• Shaking apart parts from the flat metal sheet
• Assist machine operators in setting up and preparing machines for production, ensuring accurate configuration and alignment.
• Monitor the operation of machines, identifying any irregularities or malfunctions and reporting them to the machine operator or acting supervisor.
• Perform basic cleaning tasks on machines, including checking for wear and tear.
• Load raw materials and unload finished products from machines in a timely and efficient manner.
• Safely operate a forklift after certification

Safety and Compliance

• Follow safety protocols and ensure work areas is clean, organized and free of hazards.
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and adhere to company safety policies.
• Report any hazards or safety concerns immediately to management and/or Human Resources.

Collaboration

• Work closely with machine operators, production staff, and supervisors to meet production goals.
• Assist punching out finished goods from sheet metal, storing product, organizing inventory, and packaging product for shipment.
• Assist with sanding and buffing finished goods.
• Communicate effectively with team members to ensure smooth operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education | Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Familiarity with machine operations and/or steel fabrication is preferred.

Abilities | Skills

• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• Excellent communication and listening skills, with attention to clarity, quality, and precision
• Proactive, quick-thinking, problem-solving approach to work
• Ability to use a large variety of hand and power tools with proper safety techniques
• Physical stamina and strength to perform tasks that require lifting up to 50 pounds occasionally and 15-25 pounds frequently. May be required to bend, kneel and work in various positions on occasion.
• Ability to sit, stand or walk for up to 9 hours throughout the shift.
• Exposure to loud noises, heavy machinery, and industrial equipment.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Hourly Pay :$20.00-$22.00 DOE
• Comprehensive Benefits Package:
• Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, FSA, Dependent Care FSA, Life Insurance, Disability, ADD, 401(k), Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Floating Holidays, ESST.

Disclaimer

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the position. The position will also assume any other additional responsibilities as assigned by the manager. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Design Ready Controls is an equal opportunity employer.

Design Ready Controls is committed to providing competitive total compensation and benefits packages. This listed range is based upon a full-time schedule. This is a good faith estimate on the applicable range. Base salaries are determined by taking a variety of factors in account, including, but not limited to, candidate qualifications, education, geographic locations, market conditions and internal equity.