Metal Fabrication Operator; Entry Level

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Location:

Anoka, MN

? Starting Pay: $20 $ 23+/hr , depending on department and shift

? Company: nVent / HOFFMAN

? Career Path:
Fabrication Welding Assembly Manufacturing

nVent is hiring entry-level Fabrication Operators / Polishers & Buffers . This is a hands-on manufacturing opportunity for mechanically inclined candidates looking to develop skills in fabrication and welding. Employees can cross-train into fabrication, welding, assembly, paint, and packaging.

• Grind and polish metal parts to remove weld marks and create smooth finishes
• Inspect finished parts for quality
• Read tape measures and complete basic shop measurements
• Assist with brake press, spot welding, buffing, and paint preparation
• Operate hand and power tools safely
• Support assembly, packaging, paint, and other production areas
• Cross-train in additional manufacturing operations

• 6+ months of manufacturing, production, or related experience
• Ability to read a tape measure and perform basic shop math
• Experience with hand and power tools
• Mechanical aptitude through work, technical training, school, or hobbies
• Comfortable with physical, fast-paced manufacturing work
• Dependable with reliable attendance

Preferred:
Grinding, polishing, sheet-metal fabrication, welding, machining, automotive, woodworking, brake press, or spot-welding exposure.

1st, 2nd, and 3rd shift opportunities are available across SSO, Wallmount, and Modular departments, with overtime schedules varying by department.

• $0.50/hr raise after successfully completing the first 90 days
• Tuition reimbursement
• Welding certification opportunities through Anoka Technical College
• Internal advancement opportunities
• Potential career growth into Lead and Supervisor roles
• Additional wage increase upon direct-hire conversion

Large, fast-paced manufacturing facility with a smoke-free campus. Steel-toed boots plus eye and hearing protection are required.

This is a Permanent position based out of Anoka, MN.

The pay range for this position is $20.50 - $22.75/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & vision

Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)
Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a Permanent position based out of Anoka, MN.

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 12, 2026.

This is a fully onsite position in Anoka,MN.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.