Operator 1, Production

JPW Industries • Albert Lea, MN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Production Operator role encompasses a progressive hands-on career path within the JPW Industries manufacturing environment, supporting the assembly, fabrication, and quality assurance of machinery, components, and sub-systems. Operators at all levels play a vital role in meeting production targets, ensuring product quality and upholding workplace safety.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency required
• 0–2 years in manufacturing or mechanical assembly
• Ability to use basic hand, power and measuring tools
• Ability to follow work instructions and record basic production data
• Ability to operate a forklift and basic shop equipment
• Demonstrate adaptability and a commitment to continuous learning in response to evolving business needs.
• Demonstrates a continuous improvement mindset, consistently seeking ways to enhance quality, efficiency, and processes.
• Supportive of team environment and collectively working together towards goals
• Effectively and efficiently communicate with others

Responsibilities

• Use hand, power and production tools to assemble machine units, sub-assemblies, and parts to meet product tolerances and specifications
• Install moving parts, such as shafts, levers, or bearings
• Use measuring instruments to verify alignments and tolerances of moving parts
• Install wiring and electrical components to specifications
• Remove small quantities of metal using hand files or portable grinders
• Paintand install pre-manufactured parts into sub- or final machine assemblies as required
• Bend and install pipe for hydraulic systems
• Operate forklift to transport raw materials, components, and finished products throughout the production facility.
• Readand understandwork orders, work instructions, or process documentsto accurately and efficiently produce products to specifications
• Operate equipment and follow chemical treatment procedures to apply black oxide coating to metal parts, adhering to standard operating procedures and quality control standards.
• Maintain production documentation
• Perform routine quality checks to ensure products meet specifications

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED