Machine Operator

GOEBEL FIXTURE COMPANY; Stewartville (MN); On-site; USD 30,307 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Shift Differentials

Job summary

GEOTEK in Stewartville, MN is seeking a Machine Operator (Filament Winding Operator) to manage HMI operations, veil applications, and resin mixes, including prepping, coating, and pigment. The role supports safety, quality, and efficiency across the filament winding process and may assist in other areas as needed.

Shifts available nights Monday-Thursday 4:00 PM–2:30 AM with a $3.00/hour shift differential and a $5,000 sign-on bonus; other shifts with differential also offered.

Qualifications

• Attention to detail is essential for monitoring chemical levels and preparing materials.
• Ability to read and write English is required for documentation and instructions.
• Strong teamwork and communication are important in a busy manufacturing environment.
• Good problem-solving skills help identify and report issues to supervisors.
• Safety, quality, and productivity are emphasized in daily duties.
• A basic education credential is preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Monitor chemical levels and MVP system inventory.
• Operate HMI controls and manage veil application and coating.
• Handle and prepare chemicals for operations as directed.
• Follow written work instructions and procedures.
• Assist in Filament Winding and other plant areas as production demands.
• Support repaint activities for repairs and quality checks.
• Identify problems and report to team leaders.
• Operate Over Head Cranes to move products and parts.
• Document and submit all required paperwork.

Skills

Attention to detail

English literacy

Teamwork

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

• Location 1421 2nd Avenue Northwest,Stewartville, MN, 55976,United States
• Base Pay $22.50 - $28.50 / Hour
• Job Category Machine Operation, Mixing, Assembly
• Industry Manufacturing, Production
• Employee Type Full Time Manufacturing

Contact information

• Name Katrina Hain

**$5,000 Sign-On Bonus**

The Machine Operator (Filament Winding Operator) is responsible for all poles and processes associated with HMI operations, Veil applications, Resin mixes; including but not limited to prepping, coating, and pigment. This person plays a critical role in the Safety, Quality, and Efficiency of Filament Winding operations. The Operator will also help in any other areas of the department and/or manufacturing plant, as needed.

Available Shift(s):

• Nights | Monday-Thursday | 4:00PM-2:30AM
  • $3.00/hour shift differential
  • $5,000 Sign-On Bonus
• $2.00/hour shift differential
• $5,000 Sign-On Bonus
• $3.00/hour shift differential
• $5,000 sign-on bonus

Compensation:

GEOTEK's compensation model is skill-based, and starting pay levels are determined by previous experience and transferable skills. The range for this position breaks down as follows:

• Level 1: $22.50
• Level 2: $23.18 - $24.50
• Level 3: $25.50 - $26.50
• Level 4: $27.30 - $28.50

Hiring manager will determine pay level based off experience, skillset, and knowledge.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitors all chemical levels & Inventory for MVP systems.
• HMI controls.
• Veil applications and coating.
• Responsible for all chemical handling & preparing chemicals for operations.
• Follows work instructions & procedures.
• Assists in all areas of Filament Winding, and other plant areas as production demands.
• Provides support in repaints for repairs.
• Identifies problems and reports issues to team leaders.
• Using Over Head Cranes to move products and parts.
• Documenting and Submitting of all required paperwork.

Job Requirements

• Work while paying attention to detail
• Able to read and write the English language.
• Able to measure in grams/kilos.
• Previous chemical mixing or coating experience (preferred).
• Able to work with minimal Supervision.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, teamwork and problem-solving skills are essential.
• Strong emphasis on Safety, Quality, and Productivity.
• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred).

Physical Work Conditions

• The position is located on the production floor, standing for up to 10 hours a day.
• Work with or around power tools and chemicals.
• Lift up to 50 pounds regularly and 75 pounds occasionally.
• The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. GEOTEK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodation may be made as needed to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of thisposition.

Who We Are

For over 30 years, GEOTEK has been internationally recognized for industry leading composite technologies, engineering, and service. The company has grown PUPI® into the leading global provider of fiberglass crossarms and is committed to adding and developing other market-leading composite brands for the world’s infrastructure. The company was founded in 1990 to manufacture and market Common Sense Fencing and other pultruded fiberglass products. Early on GEOTEK also began producing utility composite crossarms for Pultruded Utility Products, Inc., a company it acquired in 2000 and renamed Pultruded Utility Products International (PUPI) to reflect the global opportunity for these products. PUPI (pronounced “puppy”) is a brand of GEOTEK. Using proprietary processes and several patented inventions, GEOTEK manufactures and distributes engineered fiberglass composites that are used by the transmission and distribution power lines and substations. The company is well positioned for sustained growth and profitability through market expansion and new product offerings.

Our Purpose

As the global leader in composite crossarms, we aim to broaden our engineered composite products in infrastructure applications with light poles and beyond.

Mission

Enhance the world’s infrastructure with engineered composite products.

Vision

Develop, acquire, and grow respected composite product brands; where each product line delivers market-leading reliability, performance, and value to global infrastructure customers.