Machine Operator - Day Shift (6AM-6PM)

IWCO Job Posting (Updated); Chanhassen (MN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

IWCO is seeking a Production Operator to operate department equipment and produce high quality products per customer guidelines and SOPs. The role emphasizes accuracy in packaging, documentation, and maintaining a clean, safe workspace.

Responsibilities include quality checks, reading production tickets, assisting colleagues, and performing related duties as needed. A High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred, with prior manufacturing experience beneficial and basic computer skills required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED or commensurate experience required.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to read and understand production guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Operate department equipment to produce quality products following SOPs.
• Conduct quality checks to ensure conformance to standards.
• Read and understand production tickets and packaging instructions.
• Package finished product efficiently and mail as required.
• Complete electronic and paper documentation accurately.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Assist coworkers in other departments when needed.
• Perform other related duties as applicable.

Skills

Attention to detail

English literacy

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

The Operator IA operates department equipment to produce high quality products , according to customer’s guidelines and standard operating procedures.

Primary Duties/Responsibilities:

• Conduct quality checks .
• Read and understand production tickets .
• Package finished product efficiently and accurately; mail product.
• Complete electronic and paper documentation .
• Maintain a clean and safe work area .
• Assist coworkers in other departments when needed .
• Perform other (or other related) duties as applicable or assigned.
• Ability to read and write basic English .
• Basic computer skills preferred .
• Strong attention to detail .

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma/GED preferred, or commensurate experience relating to the job required .
• Prior experience working in a manufacturing environment preferred .

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work 12-hour shifts, rotating 3 or 4 days per week including weekend rotations .
• Ability to work overtime when needed .
• Standard climate-controlled production environment; exposure to loud noise (PPE is provided) .
• Ability to lift, carry and push/pull up to 35 pounds .
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, twist, pivot, crouch, squat, kneel, and stoop for up to 12 hours .
• Upper extremity motion requirements: fine motor movements, pushing/pulling with arms, grasping and pinching .
• Lower extremity motion requirements: reaching .
• Pre-employment post-offer comprehensive assessment required .

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