Production Associate | $22/hr | Start ASAP

Doherty; Cokato (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Health coverage via Benefits in a Card

Temp-to-hire opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Doherty Staffing Solutions is hiring a Production Associate in Cokato, MN. Earn $22.00 per hour on a Monday-Friday schedule with weekly pay as a long-term temp.

If you enjoy hands-on work with power and hand tools, this role offers steady hours and immediate start possibilities after the hiring process. Responsibilities include operating wood-sawing machinery, drill presses, routers, and sanding equipment, reading drawings, and ensuring quality.

Qualifications

• 6+ months of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience using power & hand tools
• Basic math and writing skills; ability to use a tape measure
• Ability to read blueprints/drawings
• Ability to lift 75-100 pounds occasionally
• Strong attention to quality
• Positive attitude and strong teamwork skills

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate wood-sawing machinery
• Operate drill presses, routers, sanders, planers, and wood nailing machines
• Read and interpret drawings to determine dimensions, shapes, and specifications
• Select materials and lengths for each job
• Contribute to departmental quality control
• Demonstrate initiative to produce high-quality work
• Follow safety rules and procedures
• Report unsafe acts or incidents
• Operate equipment only when trained and authorized
• Maintain clean and organized work areas

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Power tools

Hand tools

Basic math

Tape measure

Blueprint reading

Teamwork

Quality focus

Tools

Woodworking machinery

Drill presses

Routers

Sanders

Planers

Wood nailing machines

Job description

Job Title: Production Associate

Location: Cokato, MN
Compensation: $22.00 per hour - paid weekly
Schedule: 1st Shift | 6:00am-3:00pm or 7:30am-4:00pm | Monday-Friday
Job Type: Long-Term Temp

About the Opportunity

Doherty Staffing Solutions is hiring Production Associates for a leading sauna manufacturing company in Cokato, MN. Earn $22.00 per hour on a steady Monday-Friday schedule with weekly pay. We have immediate openings, and qualified candidates may be able to start as soon as the next business day after completing the hiring process. If you enjoy working with your hands and using tools in a manufacturing environment, we'd love to hear from you! Hiring Immediately! We have immediate openings and qualified candidates may be able to begin work as soon as the next business day.

What You’ll Do as a Production Associate

• Set up and operate wood-sawing machinery
• Operate drill presses, routers, sanders, planers, and wood nailing machines
• Read and interpret drawings to determine dimensions, shapes, and specifications
• Select the best materials and lengths for each job
• Contribute to departmental quality control efforts
• Demonstrate consistent initiative to produce high quality work
• Follow all safety rules, policies, and procedures
• Report unsafe acts, accidents, and near miss incidents
• Operate equipment only when trained and authorized
• Maintain clean and organized work areas

What You Need to Bring to the Production Associate Role:

• 6+ months of experience working in a manufacturing environment
• Experience working with power & hand tools
• Basic math and writing skills, ability to use a tape measure
• Ability to read and understand blueprints/drawings
• Ability to lift 75-100 pounds occasionally with or without reasonable accommodations
• Strong attention to quality
• Positive attitude and strong teamwork skills

Why You’ll Like Working with Doherty Staffing Solutions

Enjoy weekly pay, access to health coverage options through Benefits in a Card (including preventative and minimum value plans), and temp-to-hire opportunities for long-term stability where applicable. As a family-owned company with over 45 years in business, we pride ourselves on providing personalized support through a local, dedicated recruiter and maintaining a strong reputation backed by positive online ratings. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, welcoming candidates from all backgrounds and experiences.

For questions, contact our Hutchinson office at 320-234-6123.

Doherty Staffing Solutions offers our valued contract employees health coverage through Benefits in a Card (preventative benefit and minimum value plans), along with weekly paychecks via a prepaid card from CHANGE.

Learn more and find helpful links to additional resources at www.doherty.com/job-seekers/employee-benefits.