Sr Operator - 2nd Shift

Watlow; Winona (MN); On-site; USD 47,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Wellness incentives

Paid holidays

Personal time off

Tuition reimbursement

Disability insurance

Job summary

Watlow in Winona, MN is seeking a Sr. Operator to contribute across production stages, under guided supervision. You will operate and set up complex equipment and collaborate with teammates to deliver high-quality products.

The role emphasizes autonomy, mastery, and purpose, with potential to guide junior operators and improve processes within a structured environment.

Qualifications

• Experience operating production equipment and tools.
• Ability to guide junior operators and work in teams.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate equipment and machinery to prepare and assemble product.
• Serve as a resource to resolve complex problems and handle varied tasks.
• May conduct inventory counts and track work in progress.
• May orient, train, and review the work of teammates.
• Willingness to flex between work cells/value streams.

Skills

Machinery operation

Team leadership

Troubleshooting

Job description

Working at Watlow

Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to thrive. We are making a positive impact every day as our solutions enrich the lives of people everywhere. We have been providing breakthrough thermal solutions for over 100 years! Our corporate values guide us uncompromisingly to always do the right thing, continually learn and improve, respect everyone, and lead with service and humility.

About the Role

The Sr. Operator role in Winona, MN is a challenging opportunity for an individual interested in producing a high-quality product that will be used to enrich the lives of others. This role is capable of contributing to all phases of the production process using autonomy, mastery and purpose, and works under direct supervision on standardized duties and tasks using established procedures or written instructions. The ideal candidate will be able to work individually as well as in teams guiding junior operators.

Shift Schedule: Monday - Thursday, 4:00 pm - 2:30 am (Friday)

Pay Rate: $23.06 + shift differential

Your Key Responsibilities

• Set- up and operate equipment / tools / machinery, including complex equipment to prepare and assemble product.
• Serve as a resource to others in resolution of complex problems and issues and work on tasks that reflect substantial variety and complexity.
• May complete inventory-cycle counts and do the tracking of work in progress.
• May orient, train, and review the work of other team members.
• Must have job skills mastery and willingness to flex between work cells/ value streams.

Benefits: The Watlow Total Compensation Plan

The health, well-being and financial stability of you and your family is a high priority to us. The Watlow Total Rewards Plan includes competitive compensation and a full range of life and career enhancing benefits:

• Annual Incentive Program
• 401(k) plan that includes a company match on your contribution and an annual company contribution that is tied to company performance
• Wellness incentives
• Employee Personal Assistance Program
• Dental, medical, vision and short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Paid holidays, personal time, and vacation
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement

Diversity & Inclusion

We proactively embrace diversity in all its dimensions across our company and cultivate a culture of inclusion and forward thinking that respects and reflects each team member's individual strengths, views, and experiences. Watlow takes pride in being an inclusive equal opportunity employer and considers for employment qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Please let us know confidentially if you need or require any special accommodations to participate in our recruiting process by emailing us at [e-mail].