Manufacturing Operator - 2nd Shift

Award Staffing; Maple Lake (MN); On-site; USD 27,552 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Short-term disability

401k

Paid sick time

Job summary

Award Staffing is seeking a Manufacturing Operator in Maple Lake, MN. This position offers a pay rate range of $20.00-$21.00/hr. The operator will work 2nd shift, Monday to Thursday, from 3:45PM to 1:45AM. Candidates should possess a high school diploma, effective communication skills, and be able to lift at least 50 lbs.

The role includes operating equipment, maintaining schedules, assisting in team training, and ensuring cleanliness and quality standards are met. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and a 401k plan.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus.
• Ability to read and interpret operating manuals and standards.
• Must be able to stand for the entire shift.

Responsibilities

• Operate work equipment and power tools in plant operations.
• Communicate with team to ensure work completion on schedule.
• Maintain good working relationships with team members.
• Assist in training of team members.
• Maintain cleanliness of facilities and work areas.
• Identify work priorities and meet deadlines.
• Troubleshoot and repair problems as needed.

Skills

Oral and written communication skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent

Job description

About the Opportunity

• Job Title: Manufacturing Operator
• Pay Rate Range: $20.00-$21.00/hr
• Location: Maple Lake, MN
• Schedule: 2nd Shift Monday-Thursday 3:45PM-1:45AM
• Position Type: Temp to Hire

Requirements and Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent education.
• Prior experience in a manufacturing environment or rotational molding a plus.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret operating manuals and engineering standards.
• Effective analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Must have the ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Attention to detail required.
• Regular, predictable attendance.
• Must be able to stand for the entire shift.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate work equipment, power tools and specialized instruments used in plant operations.
• Maintain communication with team and management to ensure that work will be completed on schedule and in compliance with established practices.
• Establish and maintain good working relationships with team members, contractors and company objectives and be willing to work in any and all areas of operations as requested to maintain team assets.
• Help participate in the training of team members.
• Maintain cleanliness and general appearance of facilities and surrounding work area.
• Must be able to identify work priorities, meet deadlines and function with little or no supervision.
• Will be required to assist in troubleshooting and repairing problems with possible heavy lifting and working in cramped quarters.
• Will be held accountable for assembly quality and consistency, and final quality of finished product.
• Other duties as assigned.

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.