Machine Operator II

Pelican Products, Inc.; Maple Grove (MN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Health savings

Wellness program

Paid time off

Job summary

Peli Biothermal in Maple Grove, MN is hiring a Machine Operator II to operate a range of automatic and semi-automatic equipment in our precision production lines that ensure medicines are packaged safely and accurately.

Under moderate supervision you will feed materials, adjust settings, perform minor repairs, inspect finished products, and verify results against tight tolerances, while maintaining housekeeping and safety standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year of experience operating equipment and/or machinery in a manufacturing setting.
• Training and certification in safe and efficient operation of equipment and tools.
• Experience working to meet operating standards with pace.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret documents relating to the job, function or assignment.

Responsibilities

• Operate machines and/or equipment in a safe manner as directed and per company SOPs to produce acceptable saleable product.
• Set up tooling and/or equipment as required for each job based on instructions.
• Maintain all machines and equipment as instructed by preventative maintenance and good housekeeping documentation. Troubleshoot and perform basic repairs of equipment as required.
• Transport and/or inspect product as directed and/or trained based on a knowledge of layout and the safe operation of material moving and equipment handling including lift truck and pallet jack.
• Ensure product quality, equipment functionality and production goals are met for the assigned station(s).
• Review work orders and shipping documents to determine appropriate actions.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

We're Hiring: Machine Operator II

Location: Maple Grove, MN

Company: Peli Biothermal

About Us:

Peli Biothermal designs, manufactures and services the packaging solutions that protect the medicines that save lives. Every day, countless treatments need to be transported to those that need them. A single dose may cost over $100,000 and be someone’s last hope of beating a terrible illness. As they travel, by road and air, these medicines need to be kept safe and at very precise temperatures. Their journeys might take them from dry heat in India, to frozen conditions in Iceland. It’s our job to ensure they remain safe, effective and ready to save lives – no matter the conditions. We’re a global market leader in our space, we’re growing and we’re looking for great new talent to join our team.

At Peli Biothermal, your work has a real-world impact. You’ll be part of a team driven by innovation, craftsmanship, and the shared belief that when the mission is critical, failure isn’t an option. If you’re ready to build something that makes a difference, be part of a team that protects what matters most.

What You'll Do:

Under moderate supervision, the Machine Operator II specializes in operating a variety of automatic or semi-automatic equipment used in the production of products, including feeding materials for processing, adjusting settings, performing minor repairs, and pulling finished product. Troubleshoots, checks, and inspects equipment and operation results against predetermined tolerances.

• Operate machines and/or equipment in a safe manner as directed and per company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to produce acceptable saleable product.

• Set up tooling and/or equipment as required for each job based on instructions.

• Maintain all machines and equipment as instructed by preventative maintenance and good housekeeping documentation. Troubleshoot and perform basic repairs of equipment as required.

• Transport and/or inspect product as directed and/or trained based on a knowledge of layout and the safe operation of material moving and equipment handling including lift truck and pallet jack.

• Ensure product quality, equipment functionality and production goals are met for the assigned station(s).

• Review work orders and shipping documents to determine appropriate actions.

• Performs additional duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

• One (1) year of experience operating equipment and/or machinery in a manufacturing setting.

• Training and certification in safe and efficient operation of equipment and tools.

• Experience working to meet operating standards with pace.

• Ability to read, analyze and interpret documents relating to the job, function or assignment.

What’s In It For You:

Join a company that truly values its employees! We offer a relaxed and casual work environment, a strong commitment to giving back to communities, and a focus on employee satisfaction. With regular opportunities to share feedback with leadership and structured performance evaluations, we ensure that your voice is heard and your growth is supported.

• Competitive paid time off plans/Holiday pay/extra vacation purchase opportunities.

• 401k plan – with immediate match.

• Great Benefits – several options including Pet insurance for our animal lovers.

• Health Savings Account Contribution.

• Wellness Discount Program.

• Global Mental Wellness Program.

• Quarterly Employee Celebration Days.

• Peer to Peer Recognition Program.

• Service Recognition Program.
• Amazing employee discount program on Pelican Products, Pelican branded apparel and gear.

• Employee referral program – get paid to work with your trusted network.

• Established reputable brand offering premium products – you’ll be proud to represent Pelican!

• And more…

Compensation & Benefits:

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets. Base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The annual U.S. pay range for this position is listed below. Pay within this range varies by work location and may also depend on your qualifications, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process. We also offer a comprehensive package of benefits, including paid time off, 10 paid holidays per year, medical/dental/vision insurance, company-paid life and disability plans, and matching 401k to eligible employees.

Pelican Products, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Peli Biothermal’s reputation is based decades of delivering quality, reliability and innovation. We deal with temperature ranges down to -198.5°C and we can guarantee temperature stability for 200 hours or more without needing powered temperature control.

Quality is at the heart of everything we do. Across our production and assembly lines, in our service centers, and for everyone who supports them, attention to detail and high personal standards matter. It’s about teamwork – all of us doing our part, as part of something bigger that makes a difference.

That means it’s genuinely all about people. Our people are our biggest asset and we passionately believe in helping everyone fulfil their potential. That’s why we’re investing heavily in development and making career progression accessible for all who want it. We offer practical technical skills, and core skills training that’ll help you unlock new opportunities for growth which maybe even you don’t realise you’re capable of.

Don't just take our word for it - our commitment to our people has led to us being named in the 2026 Culture Excellence Awards as one of the Top Places to Work for both Employee Well-Being and Professional Development. As we grow, we want to help you grow too so we offer structured Development Plans to all employees and have created our own School of Cool, a virtual University for core skills which is available to everyone. Many who initially join as temporary workers convert to permanent employment enjoying a long-term career with us and progressing through multiple roles, with increased pay, as they gain new skills and experience. We advertise our vacancies at all our sites and we always prefer to hire internally wherever possible. So if you join our team we hope you’ll want stay for the long term, and grow along with us.