Senior Operator: Weekend 36-Hour Shift (Fri-Sun)

Watlow; Winona (MN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Watlow in Winona, MN is seeking a Senior Operator to actively operate manufacturing equipment, ensure quality, and meet takt-time targets. The role emphasizes hands-on equipment care, data awareness, and collaboration with Maintenance, Quality and CI teams.

You will help keep processes running smoothly, train with complex machinery, and contribute to a safe, organized work environment. This position offers a fast-paced, team-focused setting with opportunities to impact daily production.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Up to three years of related manufacturing experience.
• Basic understanding of computer systems and data analysis.
• Ability to learn new skills and follow directions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn, improve, and flex between work cells and value streams.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment/tools/machinery to prepare and assemble product.
• Set up and operate equipment/tools/machinery, including complex equipment to prepare and assemble product.
• Assure product meets all quality standards.
• May test products using established procedures.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Meet production metrics (takt time).
• Serve as a resource to others in resolution of complex problems and issues and work on tasks that reflect substantial variety and complexity.
• Check and fill out necessary reports, manufacturing orders, scrap, rejects and production times.
• May complete inventory-cycle counts and track work in progress.
• Follow the Watlow Way Behaviors, Values and Principles.

Skills

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Independent work

Continuous improvement

Education

High school diploma/GED

Two-year technical certificate

Job description

Watlow in Winona, MN is seeking a Senior Operator to actively operate manufacturing equipment, ensure quality, and meet takt-time targets. The role emphasizes hands-on equipment care, data awareness, and collaboration with Maintenance, Quality and CI teams.

You will help keep processes running smoothly, train with complex machinery, and contribute to a safe, organized work environment. This position offers a fast-paced, team-focused setting with opportunities to impact daily production.