Operator , Production

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MN - PRODUCTION INDIRECT Full Time Manual Labor Albert Lea, MN, US

Salary Range: $23.00 To $25.00 Annually

POSITION SUMMARY

The Production Operator role encompasses a progressive hands‑on career path within the JPW Industries manufacturing environment, supporting the assembly, fabrication, and quality assurance of machinery, components, and sub‑systems. Operators at all levels play a vital role in meeting production targets, ensuring product quality and upholding workplace safety.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Operator 1 - Production

• Use hand, power and production tools to assemble machine units, sub‑assemblies, and parts to meet product tolerances and specifications
• Install moving parts, such as shafts, levers, or bearings
• Use measuring instruments to verify alignments and tolerances of moving parts
• Install wiring and electrical components to specifications
• Remove small quantities of metal using hand files or portable grinders
• Pain and install pre-manufactured parts into sub‑or final machine assemblies as required
• Bend and install pipe for hydraulic systems
• Operate forklift to transport raw materials, components, and finished products throughout the production facility.
• Read and understand work orders, work instructions, or process documents to accurately and efficiently produce products to specifications
• Operate equipment and follow chemical treatment procedures to apply black oxide coating to metal parts, adhering to standard operating procedures and quality control standards.
• Perform routine quality checks to ensure products meet specifications

Operator 2 – Production

Satisfactorily performs all responsibilities of an Operator 1 – Production, including:

• Perform basic to intermediate welding operations as required to assemble, repair, or modify components during the production process, following blueprints, work instructions and safety guidelines.
• Assist in the fabrication and fitting of complex machine subassemblies, ensuring high standards of alignment, tolerance, and functionality
• Assemble, install and align mechanical components such as gearboxes, shafts, levers, and bearings
• Route and install hydraulic tubing and hoses with precision, following schematics and bend specifications
• Perform basic wiring tasks such as routing and terminating wires for motors, sensors, control panels, and electrical components with accuracy and adherence to diagrams and safety standards
• Maintain accurate build records and production documentation, including checklists, quality control forms and rework

Operator 3 – Production

Satisfactorily performs all responsibilities of an Operator 2 – Production, including:

• Monitor production workflow, identifying and escalating issues related to materials, equipment or workforce production
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying inefficiencies, suggesting process improvements, and assisting with implementation.
• Lead complex machine builds and custom assembly projects that require advanced troubleshooting, fabrication, or integration of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Demonstrate adaptability and a commitment to continuous learning in response to evolving business needs.
• Demonstrates a continuous improvement mindset, consistently seeking ways to enhance quality, efficiency, and processes.
• Supportive of team environment and collectively working together towards goals
• Effectively and efficiently communicate with others

Operator 1 - Production

• High school diploma or equivalency required
• 0–2 years in manufacturing or mechanical assembly
• Ability to use…