Precision Turret Operator & Fabricator — Mon–Fri

IQ Resource Group, Inc.; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

IQ Resource Group is hiring a Turret Operator/Fabricator in Blaine, MN to produce metal parts to customer specifications while maintaining safety, quality and productivity standards.

Responsibilities include operating turret press and related equipment, reading blueprints, positioning materials, and inspecting parts with precision tools. Schedule varies with needs; pay ranges from $18–$25 per hour depending on experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required or preferred.
• Reading blueprints and following written work instructions.
• Basic math skills; geometry knowledge is helpful for advanced operators.
• Mechanical aptitude and familiarity with fabrication equipment are a plus.
• Experience with inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, and gauges is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate turret press and other fabrication equipment safely and efficiently.
• Read and interpret blueprints, job cards, and work instructions.
• Position and secure materials using fixtures, jigs, and machine controls.
• Measure and inspect parts using calipers, gauges, rulers, and other precision tools.
• Identify and report quality issues or parts that do not meet specifications.
• Complete inspection records, check sheets, and production paperwork.
• Maintain production rates while producing defect-free parts.
• Assist with machine setups, troubleshooting, and operator training depending on experience level.
• Communicate production, quality, safety, and inventory concerns to supervisors.
• Support continuous improvement and waste reduction efforts.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Math skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Gauges

Job description

IQ Resource Group is hiring a Turret Operator/Fabricator in Blaine, MN to produce metal parts to customer specifications while maintaining safety, quality and productivity standards.

Responsibilities include operating turret press and related equipment, reading blueprints, positioning materials, and inspecting parts with precision tools. Schedule varies with needs; pay ranges from $18–$25 per hour depending on experience.