Production Operator

IQ Resource Group is looking for Production Operators and Material Handler in Arden Hills, Minnesota!

1st Shift: 6am-2pm Monday-Friday

2nd Shift: 2pm-10pm Monday-Friday

3rd Shift: 10pm-6am Sunday-Thursday

This position will work across multiple areas, including extrusion, converting, printing presses, tubing, and material handling.

• Set up and operate production machinery, including extruders, converting equipment, tubing equipment, and printing presses.
• Load and feed materials into machines and make adjustments as needed.
• Troubleshoot basic mechanical and machine issues.
• Monitor production and perform quality checks to ensure products meet specifications and SQF requirements.
• Package and stage finished products for shipment.
• Receive, weigh, verify, and move raw materials using a forklift.
• Supply production departments with materials needed to maintain production.
• Assist with training and cross-training in various production areas.

• Manufacturing, production, warehouse, or material handling experience preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot basic machine issues.
• Previous machine operating, setup, or forklift experience is a plus.
• Comfortable with full machine setup and adjustments.
• Ability to read a ruler/tape measure to 1/16 of an inch.
• Ability to perform basic math and understand imperial and metric measurements.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality.