Equipment Operator (2nd Shift)

Taylor Communications • North Mankato, MN

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Folder Works, a division of Taylor Corporation, is seeking an Equipment Operator for its North Mankato, Minnesota facility. The role prepares and operates printing press equipment according to job specifications, company quality standards, and procedures. The operator performs equipment maintenance, prepares inks, checks paper and plates, inspects printed forms, and coordinates with the Production Team to prioritize work and respond to deadline changes. The position requires attention to safety and includes regularly operating machinery and handling print materials. The scheduled shift is Monday through Friday, 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship. The anticipated hourly pay range is $16–$21, with the actual offer depending on factors such as qualifications and experience.

Requirements

• Ability to set adjustable mechanisms to required tolerances.
• High degree of mathematical skills and attention to detail.
• High degree of mechanical ability.
• Good reading ability.
• Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information and ideas so others will understand.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
• Ability to remain in a stationary position regularly.
• Ability to operate machinery and handle products, including print materials, constantly.
• Ability to move inside the facility frequently.
• Ability to regularly move more than 25 pounds by lifting, pushing, pulling, and/or carrying.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to work with very close tolerances.
• Ability to effectively communicate with team members.
• High degree of analytical skills.
• Good color discernment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and operate printing press equipment in compliance with job specifications and company quality standards and procedures.
• Perform daily, weekly, and monthly equipment maintenance to ensure optimum output.
• Prepare inks to achieve proper color and consistency.
• Check paper for type, size, color, and quantity.
• Check plates for correct format.
• Visually inspect forms throughout the run for quality.
• Coordinate with the Production Team to produce and prioritize jobs, reorganizing when necessary to meet deadline changes and updates.
• Maintain knowledge of safety requirements for the job and equipment.

Benefits

• Choice of several health plans.
• Dental coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• Wellness programs.
• Life and disability coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Health savings accounts.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• 64 hours of annual holiday pay.
• DailyPay access to get paid on the first day.
• $1,000 new-hire incentive.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed