Machine Operator Lead

nVent; Alexandria (MN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

nVent is seeking a full-time 2nd shift Machine Operator Lead in Alexandria, MN. The role leads production, supports Kaizen activities, and ensures safe, efficient operations on the floor.

Responsibilities include operating and inspecting equipment, coaching team members, maintaining 5S standards, and completing daily reports. Prior leadership and forklift skills are valued, with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Ability to operate production and assembly equipment.
• Ability to use basic inspection equipment and measuring tools.
• Prior leadership or coaching experience in manufacturing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate production and assembly equipment to meet production requirements.
• Follow and perform periodic product inspection procedures.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain optimal machine operating speeds.
• Complete daily production reports and downtime documentation.
• Perform daily autonomous maintenance procedures.
• Participate in Continuous Improvement and Kaizen activities.
• Maintain 5S standards throughout the work area.
• Coach production employees to work safely and efficiently.
• Enforce company policies, procedures, and safety requirements.
• Provide day-to-day direction and training to team members on the floor.

Skills

Leadership

Forklift operation

Machinery operation

Quality inspection

Continuous Improvement

Team training

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

We’re looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success – and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.

Full-Time: Monday - Friday, 2:45 PM to 11:15 PM

Location: nVent, 2010 42nd Avenue West, Suite 100, Alexandria, MN 56308

nVent is seeking a full-time 2nd shift Machine Operator Lead to join our team.

The Machine Operator Lead operates machinery to meet production schedules and customer delivery expectations. This position supports Continuous Improvement initiatives through participation in Kaizen events and provides leadership, coaching, and support to production employees while helping maintain a safe and efficient work environment.

WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION

• Operate production and assembly equipment to meet production requirements.
• Follow and perform periodic product inspection procedures.
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and maintain optimal machine operating speeds.
• Complete daily production reports and downtime documentation.
• Perform daily autonomous maintenance procedures.
• Participate in Continuous Improvement and Kaizen activities.
• Maintain 5S standards throughout the work area.
• Monitor and coach production employees to ensure work is performed safely and efficiently while meeting production and quality standards.
• Enforce company policies, procedures, and safety requirements.
• Stretch-wrap finished goods pallets.
• Print production labels and related documentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Provide day-to-day direction, training, and support to team members on the production floor.

YOU HAVE

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to operate production and assembly equipment.
• Ability to use basic inspection equipment, including calipers, micrometers, and other measuring tools.
• Basic shop math skills.
• Willingness to work overtime as needed.
• Ability to perform a variety of job duties.
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Ability to work independently and make sound decisions.
• Ability to train and coach others on job-related tasks.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written work instructions.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written safety instructions.
• Ability to operate a forklift.
• Previous manufacturing, production, or machine operation experience preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership experience or ability to lead and develop team members.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

WE HAVE

A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world’s most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation. Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nvent.com. Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We’re known for being: Innovative & adaptable Dedicated to absolute integrity Focused on the customer first Respectful and team oriented Optimistic and energizing Accountable for performance

Benefits to support the lives of our employees

Pay Transparency

nVent’s pay scale is based on the expected range of base pay for this job and the employee’s work location. Employee pay within this range will be based on a combination of factors including knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, education, and performance. Where federal, state, or local minimum wage requirements exist, employee pay will comply. Compensation Range: $26.10 - $48.50 Per Hour Depending on the position offered, employee may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as annual incentives.

Benefit Overview

At nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being. We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for eligible full-time employees that includes:

Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance. A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan — both include a company match. Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.

Inclusion and diversity

At nVent, we are committed to equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, federal, state or local law.