Machine Operator 1 - 1st or 2nd shift

MILLERBERND MANUFACTURING COMPANY LLC•Winsted, MN

6d•$21 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Millerbernd Manufacturing is looking for a Machine Operator 1 to join our team in Winsted, MN. This Machine Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, loading, and unloading various machines/ equipment to manufacture metal products in accordance with product specifications. We are currently hiring a variety of Machine Operators: 1st shift - Stacker Crane Operator, 2nd shift - Slitter Operator in Transportation & Infrastructure, 2nd shift - Bay 2 Press Operator, 2nd shift - Peddinghaus Brake Press Operator in Transportation & Infrastructure.

Requirements

Effective and appropriate verbal and written communication skills
Ability to set up and safely operate equipment
Ability to read and interpret blueprints
Ability to perform basic shop math functions
Ability to use forklift, hoist, crane and other handling equipment
Ability to operate various power and hand tools
Ability to use various measuring devices
Ability to work under limited supervision using standardized practices and/or methods

Responsibilities

Proficiently operates at least one machine in the assigned area
Cross trains on other machines in assigned area
Basic understanding of the machines in assigned area
Effectively set up machines to start a production cycle
Load and feed metal stock and other materials into manual or automatic machines
Monitors gauges as required to ensure quality work
Verify end parts are consistent with blue print specifications
Accurately label all parts for routing to next operation
Perform prescribed preventative maintenance on machines as required
Escalates equipment or quality issues
Monitor the production board and internal paperwork to perform tasks in the designated sequence
Enter job data in production tracking system
Meet and maintain quality standards
Maintains area cleanliness and completed 5S checklists
Material handles for assigned area as required
Ability to work with others as part of a high-performance team
Ability to adapt to changing work priorities
Perform work at the appropriate pace to maintain quality and productivity requirements

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Two medical plan options, with company HSA contributions
Health & Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA/FSA) – For medical and dependent care expenses
Life & Disability Insurance – Company-paid basic life, AD&D, and short-/long-term disability
Voluntary Benefits – Including optional life, legal & ID protection, accident & critical illness insurance
401(k) with 4% Match – Immediate vesting
Incentive Pay – Performance-based bonus programs depending on your role and shift
Certain roles are eligible for the Performance-based “Freight Train Profit Sharing (FTPS)” Incentive plans
This team incentive plan has a weekly goal and a weekly stretch goal
If goals are achieved, the monthly payout can be up to $1,000 per eligible employee
Accrual Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement – Up to $5,250/year for job-related education
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support services
Onsite Training – Includes leadership, welding, and language courses
Uniform Subsidy – For eligible roles