Production Operator

Grede; Saint Cloud (MN); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

401k with company match

Medical and Dental Insurance

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Short Term Disability

Job summary

Grede in Minnesota is hiring General Production employees for Melt, Molding & Knock Off. You’ll operate equipment, monitor safety, and help ensure high-quality castings while moving ladles and following procedures. The target pay is $21.35–$23.35 per hour.

Benefits include a $1,000 signing bonus, 401k with company match, medical and dental insurance, paid holidays and vacation, and short-term disability. We are an equal opportunity employer and offer a fair chance to workers rebuilding their

Qualifications

• Decimals and fractions may be used in drawings and measurements.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
• Some judgment to follow instructions and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Exhibit outstanding safety practices and maintain clean, organized work areas.
• Assist in Melt, Molding, and knock-off operations as required.
• Move ladles and transport materials between furnaces as needed.
• Pour molten metal into molds and monitor iron temperature and ladle data.
• Record ladle numbers and molds poured.
• Communicate improvements and problems to improve efficiency.
• Work as a team member and approach tasks positively.

Job description

Posted Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Are you ready to take initiative and join an honest and reputable company that is world‑class for treating employees with respect and fairness? Are you passionate about starting your career with a company that values integrity, dedication, and hard work every single day?

At Grede our mission is to drive industry‑leading design and manufacturing solutions in key markets that lead to increase partner value. As the premier ductile, gray and specialty iron casting provider, we have broad capabilities across multiple product lines that can deliver efficient, powerful and innovative solutions for its customers. We deliver world‑class value to our customers and associates through collaboration, communication, innovation, operational excellence, safety and continuous improvement!

We are seeking General Production employees for a variety of positions.

Melt:

Control iron quality and relieve employees as required. Operate equipment used in Melt Department including cupola/furnace, holding furnaces, desulfurizing vessel, converters, cranes and any equipment that is essential to normal operations.

Molding & Knock Off:

Remove gates, risers, runner bars, sprues, and fins from castings using wedger or sledge hammer. Transport full and empty ladles between the melt furnaces. Pour molten metal into molds. Collect information about ladle number, molds poured, and iron temperature.

The expected pay range is $21.35 - $23.35 per hour depending on position.

What You'll Do:

• Exhibit outstanding safety practices every day evidenced by outstanding housekeeping at all times.
• Extend treatment to all other employees of the Company as individuals with the courtesy and dignity shown to customers.
• Exceed customer quality and service expectations through attention to detail.
• Exercise maximum care to protect the environment by encouraging and supporting responsible operating procedures
• Secure proper tools for each task.
• Communicate suggestions and recommend solutions to problems to provide for an efficient operation.
• Approach work assignments in a positive manner and function as a team member.

What We Need from You:

• Job may require decimals and fractions, drawings and formulas, measuring instruments and a variety of hand tools.
• Ability to lift up to at least 75 pounds.
• Some judgment to stay in sync with instructions, follow methods, make minor decisions.

Why You’ll Love Working for Us:

• $1,000 Signing Bonus
• 401k with Company Match
• Medical and Dental Insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Company paid Short Term Disability

As a Fair Chance employer, Grede is committed to considering individuals who are rebuilding after past challenges. We believe full-time employment can be a powerful step toward long-term success.

To learn more about Grede, please visit our website at www.grede.com.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.