Large Press Operator 1 - 2nd or Weekend shift

MILLERBERND MANUFACTURING COMPANY•Winsted, MN

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Millerbernd Manufacturing is a family-owned company founded in 1933. The Large Press Operator 1 uses a large press brake to bend, shape, cut, and manipulate sheet metal and metal plates. The role manufactures shafts and includes material inspection, machine operation, quality checks, labeling, and keeping the work area clean. The posting identifies the role as being for the new AccurPress and states that the position is based in Winsted, Minnesota. The schedule is either second shift, Monday through Thursday from 3 p.m. to 1 a.m., or weekend shift, Friday through Sunday from 5 a.m. to 5 p.m. Employees must be open to training on first shift for 6–8 weeks. Shift differentials are $1.50 per hour for second shift and $2.50 per hour for weekend shift. The listed salary range is $23.06–$27.03 per hour, with an opportunity for Freight Train Profit Sharing averaging an additional $3.50 per hour based on meeting goals.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Effective and appropriate verbal and written communication skills in English.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
Ability to perform basic shop math.
Ability to use a forklift, hoist, crane, and other material-handling equipment.
Ability to operate various power and hand tools.
Ability to use measuring devices such as tape measures, squares, and calipers.
Ability to work under limited supervision using standardized practices or methods.
Ability to set up and safely operate equipment.
Ability to work with others as part of a high-performance team.
Ability to adapt to changing work priorities.
Must be open to training on first shift for 6–8 weeks.

Responsibilities

Operate a press brake to manufacture shafts from sheet metal or metal plates.
Inspect material quality before beginning the process.
Load and feed material into the press.
Read and verify that parts meet print specifications.
Perform in-process inspections and quality checks.
Assist with machine setups and changeovers.
Enter basic machine settings and make minor machine adjustments.
Label parts accurately for routing to the next operation.
Perform job wanding.
Perform forming processes for both round and sided shafts.
Monitor the production board and complete tasks in the designated sequence.
Maintain area cleanliness.
Notify a supervisor or lead machine operator about defective materials and machine malfunctions.
Escalate equipment and quality issues.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with two medical plan options and company HSA contributions.
Health and flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent-care expenses.
Company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance, and short- and long-term disability insurance.
Optional life, legal and identity protection, accident, and critical illness insurance.
401(k) with up to 4% company match and immediate vesting.
Performance-based Freight Train Profit Sharing incentive plans for eligible roles; the team plan has weekly goals and stretch goals, with monthly payouts up to $1,000 per eligible employee when goals are achieved.
Accrued paid time off and paid holidays.
Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year for job-related education.
Employee Assistance Program with free, confidential support services.
Onsite training, including leadership, welding, and language courses.
Uniform subsidy for eligible roles.