Machine Operator

Spherion Staffing, LLC; Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K plan

Short-term disability

Life insurance

Job summary

Spherion Staffing, LLC is seeking candidates for a manufacturing operator role in Minnesota. The position involves setting up and running digital presses, foil stamping and finishing equipment, and ensuring high-quality output on cards and stationery.

The job requires basic mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and the ability to stand for long shifts; a background in tooling or machinery is a plus. Medical, dental, vision, and 401K benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of machine operation or technical manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate digital presses, entry-level web presses, and letterpress machinery.
• Load paper feeds, prepare inks/toners, and adjust mechanical tolerances to job specifications.
• Run equipment to apply foil stamping and specialty embellishments to cards and stationeries.
• Inspect finished products for color accuracy, alignment, and print quality; identify issues early to minimize waste.

Skills

Experience

Job description

Terms

I am at least 18 years old

I am legally authorized to work in the United States

Responsibilities

• Press & Digital Operations: - Setting up and operating digital presses, entry-level web presses, and letterpress machinery. - Loading paper feeds, preparing inks/toners, and adjusting mechanical tolerances to job specifications. - Running equipment to apply custom foil stamping and specialty embellishments to paper products and cards.
• Foil Stamping & Finishing Operations: - Setting up and operating foil stamping presses to apply metallic, custom foil, and specialty embellishments to cards and stationeries. - Adjusting foil tension, heat settings, pressure, and die alignment to ensure crisp, high-quality finishes.
• Computerized Cutting & Finishing: - Programming and operating computer-controlled cutters to trim printed sheets down to exact card sizes. - Running inline finishing, folding, and case-making equipment.
• Quality Control & Troubleshooting: - Inspecting finished products during production runs for color accuracy, alignment, and print quality against order specifications. - Identifying mechanical issues or defects early, making adjustments to minimize waste and spoilage.

Skills

• Experience: 1+ years of machine operation or technical manufacturing experience is preferred, but candidates with strong mechanical backgrounds can be considered!

Qualifications

• Mechanical Aptitude: Comfortable working with tools, adjusting machinery, and troubleshooting mechanical equipment.
• Eye for Precision: Ability to check die alignments, foil registration, and fine details against order specifications.
• Basic Math & Measurement Skills: Ability to read a ruler, check tolerances, and perform basic setup calculations.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for the majority of the shift and regularly lift up to 25-50 lbs.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [e-mail].