Manufacturing Associate

Award Staffing; Lester Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 26,174 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

May accrue up to 48 hours of paid sick

Medical

Dental

Vision

Short-term disability

401k

Job summary

Award Staffing is seeking a Manufacturing Associate in Lester Prairie, MN. This temp-to-hire role requires lifting up to 50 lbs, standing for long periods, and operating basic shop tools on a 1st shift schedule (Mon-Thu 6:00 AM–4:30 PM) with overtime on Fridays.

Ideal candidates have a year in manufacturing, good communication, and teamwork. forklift operation is a plus; tape measure reading is required. Benefits and a path to permanent placement may be available.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs repetitively for 8-10 hours a day.
• Frequent standing/walking/stooping/turning while carrying materials.
• 1 year working in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to read a tape measure required.
• Good organizational skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Detail oriented.
• Ability to operate a computer is a plus.
• Must be a team player.

Responsibilities

• Assemble Trusses and Gables using hammer and tape measure.
• Operate Radial Arm Saw.
• Manually stack wood as it comes off the machine.
• Assist with finger joiner-tape measure and stack.
• Properly package and handle incoming/outgoing orders.
• Perform daily cycle counts of various types of inventory.
• Track past due backorders verses incoming material.
• Unload material and handle material from truck with forklift as needed and required.
• Work in other areas of the plant as business allows.
• Keep area clean.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Team player

Good communication

Detail oriented

Ability to read a tape measure

Good organizational skills

Tools

Forklift

Job description

5 DAYS AGO Full Time

About the Opportunity

• Job Title: Manufacturing Associate
• Pay Rate: $21.00/hr
• Location: Lester Prairie, MN
• Schedule: 1st Shift Monday-Thursday 6AM-4:30PM
• Overtime Required: Friday 6:00AM-2:30PM.
• Position Type: Temp to Hire

Requirements and Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. repetitively for 8-10 hours a day.
• Ability to frequent standing/walking /stooping/turning while carrying materials.
• Ability to operate a forklift is preferred.
• 1 year working in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to read a tape measure required.
• Good organizational skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Detail oriented.
• Ability to operate a computer is a plus.
• Must be a team player.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assemble Trusses and Gables using hammer and tape measure.
• Operate Radial Arm Saw.
• Manually stack wood as it comes off the machine.
• Assist with finger joiner-tape measure and stack.
• Properly package and handle incoming/outgoing orders.
• Responsible for performing daily cycle counts of various types of inventory.
• Tracking past due backorders verses incoming material.
• Unload material and handle material from truck with forklift as needed and required.
• Work in other areas of the plant as business allows.
• Keeping area clean.
• Other duties as assigned.

Discover Award Staffing

At Award Staffing, we believe that work should be more than just a paycheck—it should inspire, empower, and create a sense of purpose. We’re passionate about connecting people through meaningful work that truly fits their skills and aspirations. Voted Minnesota's Top Staffing Agency to work for by the Star Tribune, we partner with companies of all sizes to help you find a role where you can thrive. Our team is here to support you every step of the way. Let’s find the job that’s right for you.

Why Award Staffing

• Values Matching: We don’t just help you find a job; we connect you with a company that aligns with your values, ensuring it’s the right fit for who you are.
• Professional & Personal Growth: Your growth matters to us. We focus on finding positions that offer opportunities for skill development and personal fulfillment, so you can thrive in every aspect of your life.
• Impact: The work you do should make a difference. We're committed to placing you in roles where you can have a meaningful impact on your life and the community around you.

Benefits

• May accrue up to 48 hours of paid sick time per year
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short-term disability
• 401k

AAP/EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Award Staffing Inc. is a Drug-Free Workplace/EEO Employer.