Material Handler & Machine Operator - Grow with Us

DOC Services Inc.; Lake City (MN); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid Time Off

9 paid holidays

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Friendly, collaborative team

Training, growth, and advancement

Job summary

Valley Craft Industries is hiring a Material Handler and Machine Operator to safely move, store, and track materials and finished goods. You will operate turret presses and bending machines, transitioning between tasks based on daily production needs while maintaining quality.

You will work first shift, with training across departments, handling inventories, inspections, and basic equipment maintenance in a safety-focused, team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ years of manufacturing experience.
• 1+ years forklift experience; forklift certification preferred.
• Ability to read work instructions, diagrams, and production paperwork.
• Comfortable with hand tools, power tools, and production equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.
• Willingness to learn multiple jobs and float between departments.
• Pass pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

• Read production paperwork, diagrams, and specifications.
• Perform basic troubleshooting and problem solving.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Support teammates and move between departments as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Deliver raw materials to production areas and remove finished goods.
• Move materials between warehouse, loading docks, and manufacturing areas using forklifts, pallet jacks, or by hand.
• Perform inventory counts and update inventory systems for accuracy.
• Perform daily inspections and maintenance on forklifts and material handling equipment.
• Operate manufacturing equipment including turret and bending machines.
• Monitor output and adjust machine settings to maintain quality.
• Visually inspect parts or use measuring tools and fixtures.

Skills

High attention to detail

Read production paperwork/diagrams

Willingness to float between tasks

Team player

Safety-focused

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Valley Craft Industries is hiring a Material Handler and Machine Operator to safely move, store, and track materials and finished goods. You will operate turret presses and bending machines, transitioning between tasks based on daily production needs while maintaining quality.

You will work first shift, with training across departments, handling inventories, inspections, and basic equipment maintenance in a safety-focused, team-oriented environment.