Manufacturing Specialist - 1st Shift

Manufacturing Specialist - 1st Shift

Full Time Manufacturing Cannon Falls, MN, US

9 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $19.36 To $25.38 Hourly

Company Overview

Gemstar Manufacturing® has been a leading manufacturer of custom plastic parts and protective hard cases for over 60 years and operates under two business unit brands. Gemstar Custom Part Solutions is a full‑service manufacturer providing solutions to unique custom plastic part needs. Gemstar Protective Hard Cases offers four rugged case lines:
Stronghold®, Robo Rack®, Sentinel®, and Versa Pro®. For more information, visit

Gemstar Manufacturing is a division of Gemini, Inc., a second‑generation, family‑owned wholesale manufacturer of dimensional signage.

Gemstar is looking for an experienced Manufacturing Specialist to join the team at our location in Cannon Falls, MN! The position is responsible for performing various assigned tasks requiring the ability to operate hand tools, manufacturing machinery and 5‑ and 3‑axis routers. Performs secondary and finishing operations throughout plant. Also performs CRD/Ext/Assembly functions while meeting all quality and inspection criteria. Come be a part of a positive, people‑first culture that is focused on leveraging each team member’s strengths to help bring our customer’s unique products to life.

Type: Full Time – On site

Schedule: 5/8 hour days 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM (Monday through Friday)

Overtime is scheduled as needed.

A day in the life of a Manufacturing Specialist at Gemstar includes:

• Reviews work orders to determine which task needs to be performed.
• Cuts sheet stock and blanks to correct size as indicated by prints.
• Loads and unloads forming machines, being careful not to damage molds and parts.
• Sets up and operates 5‑ and 3‑axis routers, cutting, drilling, and finishing products as required, and may assist in programming the router.
• Makes adjustments to the routing processes and inspects and compares initial products with blueprints to ensure product compliance with specifications.
• Reads blueprints to ensure that products are produced in accordance with company standards of quality and customer expectations.
• Completes necessary work to finish a part for shipment, including drilling, routing, cutting, assembling, sanding and gluing.
• Scrapes and sands rough edges from parts, ensuring that parts are clean and free from scratches and foreign material.
• Performs general maintenance on department equipment such as oiling, greasing and cleaning.
• May operate Robomold equipment as needed to support business needs.
• Performs duties in a safe manner and always follows approved safety procedures.
• Aware of and complies with ISO standards and Gemstar’s quality management system.
• Maintains an effective working relationship with fellow employees.
• Always maintains department in a neat and orderly manner.

Skills and Abilities

• High degree of mechanical aptitude and good attention to detail
• Openness to flexibility to work in multiple areas depending on the company’s need.
• Above average skills in problem solving, troubleshooting and communication.

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED
• English reading skills at the 6th grade level or above

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous manufacturing experience preferred.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

The actual title and individual compensation packages are dependent upon various factors unique to each candidate including skillset, training, transferable skills, work experience, qualifications, business needs, market demands, and other job‑related reasons. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role is eligible for other benefits.

How we show we care

• $0 Health Insurance Premium for Employee-Only Coverage (Plus low‑cost premiums for other coverage levels!)
• 4% Retirement Match with Profit Sharing
• Generous Paid Time Off (Vacation, Holiday, Parental, Volunteer, and Sick)
• Dental, Vision, Disability and Life Insurance
• Use of…