Temporary Manufacturing Generalist - 1st & 2nd Shift

Gemini, Inc. • Cannon Falls, MN

5d • $19 - $21 • Onsite

About The Position

Gemstar Manufacturing is hiring temporary Manufacturing Specialists for its Cannon Falls, Minnesota location. The role involves finishing, trimming, inspecting, and packaging molded plastic components to meet established quality standards and customer specifications. Under general supervision, the employee operates hand tools and finishing equipment, removes excess plastic and imperfections, performs visual and dimensional inspections, and prepares products for packaging or the next stage of production.

The position is offered on first or second shift, Monday through Friday, for five 8-hour days. First shift is 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., at $19.40 per hour; second shift is 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., at $21.34 per hour. Overtime is scheduled as needed, and mandatory overtime may include extended hours, weekends, holidays, or additional shifts based on business needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Strong manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to identify visual defects and inconsistencies and carefully handle finished products.
• Mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn new tools and processes.
• Commitment to workplace safety and quality standards.
• Ability to maintain an atmosphere of respect and cooperation with coworkers, supervisors, production personnel, and other departments.
• Ability to work mandatory overtime, including extended hours, weekends, holidays, and/or additional shifts as business needs require.

Nice To Haves

• Previous manufacturing, plastics, injection molding, assembly, trimming, or production experience.
• Experience using hand tools and basic power tools.

Responsibilities

• Trim, deburr, sand, grind, or otherwise finish molded plastic parts according to work instructions and specifications.
• Remove flash, gates, runners, burrs, and other excess material from molded components.
• Visually inspect finished parts for cracks, scratches, discoloration, warping, contamination, incomplete molding, and other defects.
• Use basic measuring tools and inspection equipment to verify part dimensions and quality requirements.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and finishing equipment safely and effectively.
• Verify product information against work orders, drawings, or production documentation.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow safety procedures, personal protective equipment requirements, and company policies.
• Handle and protect finished products during processing, packaging, and shipment.
• Package completed products according to established procedures.
• Communicate quality concerns, equipment issues, material shortages, and production problems to the appropriate supervisor.
• Meet established production schedules and quality expectations.
• Perform routine cleaning and basic maintenance of tools and equipment.
• Support onboarding of new team members through training and knowledge sharing.
• Perform other duties as assigned for the benefit of the group or organization.

Benefits

• $0 health insurance premium for employee-only coverage and low-cost premiums for other coverage levels.
• 4% retirement match with profit sharing.
• Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, parental, volunteer, and sick time.
• Dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Weekly pay.
• Use of a company-owned resort in Hayward, Wisconsin.
• Tuition reimbursement program.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED