Summer Student - Otsego, MN

About WAGNER

With more than 2,000 employees spread across 21 locations worldwide, WAGNER is a market‑leading manufacturer of innovative coating technology. The company operates in two divisions, Decorative Finishing (DF) and Industrial Solutions (IS), and supplies efficient, reliable, and cost‑effective solutions to contractors, industrial manufacturers, and end consumers.

Summer Student – Otsego, MN

Plymouth, MN, US, 55447

Temporary;
Full‑Time/Part‑Time

$16–17 per hour

We are seeking temporary summer support for our operations team on the production floor or warehouse. Duties include assembly and warehousing work from June through September.

• Perform standard and repetitive assembly on production lines.
• Operate a variety of shop machinery and hand‑tools such as presses, custom tooling, air drivers and torque wrenches to complete production work orders.
• Participate in lean / 6S activities, maintain 6S standards, and assist in implementing improvements.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including relocation to other stations within the experience range.
• Pick and prepare materials and products accurately for production and customer orders using RF scanners or pick documents.
• Pack, label, and ship orders according to customer and carrier requirements.
• Verify order accuracy and complete shipment audits using computer systems.
• Enter shipment data and maintain accurate records in ERP systems.
• Organize inventory and support cycle counts, stock rotation, and process improvements.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED (preferred).
• Prior work experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and follow written and verbal instructions in English.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, and working with decimals and fractions.
• Ability to use scanners, RF guns, and basic computer systems for inventory tracking and data entry.
• Knowledge of standard methods for picking, packing, and handling materials in a warehouse environment.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks with strong attention to detail and accuracy, including self‑checking work.
• Basic problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to use basic tools and equipment safely.
• Awareness of surroundings to support a safe, hazard‑free work environment.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities, assignments, and work schedules.

Wagner is dedicated to equity, diversity and inclusion. We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer and do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require accommodation, let us know.