Production Assembler

Garner Industries; Mankato (MN); Hybrid; USD 26,174 - 37,195; Full time

Job summary

HerdStar, a small manufacturing business based in Mankato, Minnesota, is seeking a Full Time Assembly Technician. The role involves mechanical assembly, cable/bracket assemblies, and conformal coating of electronics PCBs, with emphasis on quality and safety.

Ideal candidates have a High School diploma or equivalent and basic math skills, along with strong attention to detail, hand-tool proficiency, and ability to work under deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and follow assembly procedures.
• Basic math skills for measurements.
• Detail-oriented with strong quality focus.
• Ability to operate small hand tools safely.
• Knowledge of ESD processes.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical assembly including box builds, cable assemblies and bracket assemblies.
• Conformal coating of electronics circuit boards.
• Participate in inventory counts as required.
• Adhere to Herdstar’s policies and procedures.
• Perform duties as workload necessitates.
• Maintain a positive and respectful attitude.
• Communicate regularly with management.
• Demonstrate flexible and efficient time management and ability to prioritize workload.
• Consistently report to work on time and prepared to perform duties of the position.
• Meet productivity standards.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Fine motor skills

Reading assembly procedures

Follow verbal instructions

Meeting deadlines

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electronic manufacturing equipment

Small hand tools

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Herdstar Home Office - Mankato, MN 56001
Position Type: Full Time
Education Level: High School
Salary Range: $19.00 - $27.00 per hour
Travel Percentage: None
Job Shift: First - Days
Job Category: Manufacturing – Production Assembly

Position Summary

Since 2001, HerdStar has been providing innovative technology to both the industrial and agricultural markets. HerdStar, a growing small manufacturing business based in Mankato, Minnesota, partners with companies across the United States and sells products worldwide.

Responsibilities

• Mechanical assembly including box builds, cable assemblies and bracket assemblies
• Conformal coating of electronics circuit boards
• Participate in inventory counts as required
• Adhere to Herdstar’s policies and procedures
• Perform duties as workload necessitates
• Maintain a positive and respectful attitude
• Communicate regularly with management
• Demonstrate flexible and efficient time management and ability to prioritize workload
• Consistently report to work on time and prepared to perform duties of the position
• Meet productivity standards

Qualifications

• Ability to determine the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job
• Detail-oriented and quality conscious
• Basic math skills
• Ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects
• Knowledge of electronic manufacturing equipment, machines, tools, and ESD processes
• Ability to read and follow written assembly procedures
• Ability to follow verbal instruction
• Good organizational skills, well disciplined, and able to meet deadlines
• Ability to work in a small environment
• Ability to work under pressure of many priorities and deadlines; effective problem solver
• High School diploma or equivalent

Physical Demands

• Requires a combination of sitting and standing throughout the day
• Requires lifting and movement of equipment weighing up to 60 pounds, with or without accommodation
• Requires excellent finger dexterity, fine motor, and vision skills
• Requires the use of small hand tools
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
• Moderate noise level, though hearing protection may occasionally be required

Equal Employment Opportunity

HerdStar is a subsidiary of BinMaster Sensors and Technologies LLC and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

HerdStar utilizes EVerify.