Machine Operator - 3rd Shift

The Watkins Company; Winona (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life & AD&D

Generous PTO

Paid Holidays

401k Match

Job summary

The Watkins Company in Winona, MN is hiring a full-time Machine Operator to support our production lines Sunday through Thursday, 9:45pm to 6:15am. The role includes operating lines, overseeing line changes, and assisting with minor maintenance as needed.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED, basic mechanical aptitude, leadership capability, and strong problem-solving skills. A $2,000 sign-on bonus is offered along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• General mechanical knowledge to assist in repairs.
• Ability to lead by example on production lines.
• Adaptability to changing environments.
• Strong problem-solving skills and deductive reasoning.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds after training.

Responsibilities

• Operate production lines at predetermined speeds in accordance with standards.
• Perform line change oversight on production lines.
• Address minor maintenance on equipment during production runs.
• Inspect equipment and coordinate repairs with Maintenance.
• Provide direction to line workers and assist in training new employees.
• Maintain housekeeping on lines during downtime and after runs.
• Monitor finished product for safety and quality standards.

Skills

Reading skills

Math skills

Mechanical aptitude

Leadership

Adaptability

Problem solving

Strength assessment

Lifts 50 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Machine Operator – Full Time

Sunday – Thursday: 9:45pm - 6:15am

Rate of Pay: $25.76 (includes shift differential)

Sign On Bonus Available - $2,000

The Watkins Company has been a pioneer in natural flavoring products since 1868. From our world famous Vanilla Extract, to our unique Cinnamon and Black Pepper, The Watkins Company continues to be innovative in categories including but not limited to Extracts, Spices, Dry Seasoning Mixes, Bitters, and Baking Decorations. Today, we are seeking a new member to join the fastest growing flavoring company in North America.

The Watkins Company has an opening for a Full Time, Machine Operator, located in our Winona, MN location. The duties and responsibilities include, but not limited to the following:

• Operate production lines at pre-determined speeds in accordance with established standards.
• Perform line change oversight on production lines.
• Address minor maintenance situations on equipment before, during, and after production runs.
• Inspect and evaluate equipment for operating defects and keeps Maintenance advised regarding status of equipment repair or replacement.
• Provide work direction to line workers (Utilities) and assist in training new employees.
• Perform general housekeeping and cleanup on and around lines during down time and at the end of production runs.
• Monitor and evaluate finished product for safe quality control standards.

Our ideal candidate will have at minimum:

• A minimum of a High School Diploma or GED and demonstrate applicable reading and math skills.
• Base line knowledge of general mechanical functions to assist in repairs.
• Demonstrate the ability to lead by example on our production lines.
• The ability to adapt to changing working environments.
• Strong problem solving skills and utilize deductive reasoning to evaluate solutions.
• Successfully completed and passed a strength assessment examination and be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

In addition to working in a strategic, dynamic and collaborative work environment, with a tight knit team, The Watkins Company offers a top notch benefits package including Medical, Dental, Life and AD&D Insurance as well as a generous PTO package available upon hire, 10 paid holidays and dollar for dollar 401k match!

• Medical
• Dental
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• generous PTO package available upon hire
• 10 paid holidays
• dollar for dollar 401k match

The Watkins Company is an equal opportunity employer.