Production Operator

Full-time Description

• Generous PTO:
  Start with 3 weeks of paid time off per year, with accrual from day one.
• Competitive Pay:
  Attractive base salary for day shift roles, with opportunities for growth.
• Comprehensive Benefits:
  Medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, and paid holidays.
• 401k Match:
  Dollar-for-dollar matching up to 5%.
• Professional Growth:
  Tuition reimbursement for professional development.
• Work Schedule:
  
  Monday through Thursday, 6:00 am – 4:30 pm, onsite in Monticello, MN.

The Production Operator is responsible for providing assistance in a variety of job functions throughout the manufacturing floor, including Machining, Finishing, Quality, Maintenance, and Shipping.

• Operation of machines or equipment in a variety of departments; CNC machines, CMM machines, manual pneumatic and electric hand tools.
• May complete secondary operations; assembly, deburring, polishing, washing, tumbling and other finishing activities specific to process.
• Read and interpret blueprints.
• May use visual inspection equipment.
• Perform in process inspection of machined products looking for imperfections, burrs etc.
• Complete paperwork and data entry for parts.
• Accurately count parts.
• May package parts, ensure that parts are handled properly and packaged in assigned quantities, report inaccuracies in count to appropriate department.
• Fill in as a floating resource throughout multiple departments in the shop, to assist where needed.
• Exhibit a working knowledge of health and safety; responsible for safety awareness, while upholding and improving the culture of safety within the organization. Identify opportunities for improvement and report potential hazards, unsafe working conditions, unsafe equipment, unsafe acts, near misses and injuries immediately.
• Other tasks as assigned.

• Minimum Requirements - High School diploma or equivalent.
• Prior manufacturing or production experience preferred.

• Ability to recommend changes for improvement.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to learn and comprehend blueprint reading.
• Handle multiple tasks and take direction from several sources.
• Strong sense of urgency.
• Strong hand-eye coordination and dexterity.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Able to work efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Able to work both independently and as a team.
• Maintain work area and equipment in a clean orderly condition.
• Proficient in various computer software applications such as MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Embodies the personal commitment to the shared core values of UMC:
  Curiosity, Versatility, Integrity, Grit, Go Beyond.

• You’re a team player who thrives on collaboration.
• You bring a growth mindset and embrace challenges with grit.
• You care deeply about delivering excellence and going beyond expectations.

Let’s grow together – apply today and make an impact!

UMC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, marital status, familial status, or status with regard to public assistance, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission.

Salary Description $20.88-$24.24/hour