Plater/Line Operator - 2nd shift

The Lindgren Group • Minneapolis, MN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a hands-on production job for someone who likes to think. As a Plater / Line Operator, you'll operate a metal-finishing production line and be responsible for getting parts through the process correctly, safely, and on schedule. There's a little science, some problem-solving, plenty of hands-on work, and a strong get-it-done attitude involved. We will train the right person. We need someone who can read and follow written instructions, learn a process, pay attention to details, troubleshoot when something doesn't look right, and reliably show up as part of the crew every day. If you like staying busy, working with your hands, figuring things out, and seeing what you accomplished at the end of the day, this may be a good fit. Our production areas are active industrial environments where employees work around processing tanks, chemicals, production equipment, water, heat, and noise. Safety procedures and PPE are required. This is hands-on work. It can be physical, dirty, repetitive, and demanding at times. It's also work where dependable employees can learn specialized skills, increase their value, and build a long-term career.

Requirements

• Shows up consistently and on time.
• Can read, understand, and follow written work instructions and SOPs.
• Is comfortable learning processes involving multiple steps and details.
• Can use basic math and measurements.
• Notices when something seems wrong and is willing to stop, ask questions, and figure it out.
• Can work independently once trained while still following established procedures.
• Takes quality seriously — these are customer parts, and mistakes matter.
• Can maintain a steady work pace throughout a 10-hour shift.
• Is comfortable working in an industrial production environment.
• Works well as part of a crew and helps where needed.
• Wants to learn, earn more, and build additional skills over time.
• Employees must be able to stand and walk for extended periods during a 10-hour shift.
• Employees must be able to regularly bend, reach, twist, push, pull, and perform repetitive movements.
• Employees must be able to use hands and fingers to handle parts, tools, controls, and paperwork.
• Employees must be able to regularly lift and move materials associated with production.
• Employees must be able to work around industrial equipment, chemicals, heat, noise, and wet production areas.
• Employees must wear required personal protective equipment.
• Must adhere to strict security policies including restrictions on personal electronic devices, access control, and documentation procedures.

Nice To Haves

• Previous plating experience is not required.

Responsibilities

• Operate an assigned metal-finishing production line.
• Read and follow work orders, process sheets, written instructions, and SOPs.
• Verify that parts are processed according to customer and quality requirements.
• Monitor tanks, equipment, timing, temperatures, chemistry, and other process requirements.
• Make routine adjustments within established procedures.
• Recognize when something doesn't look right and take appropriate action.
• Perform basic calculations and measurements related to the plating process.
• Inspect parts throughout the process for quality and potential problems.
• Keep production moving while maintaining quality and safety standards.
• Complete required production paperwork accurately.
• Work closely with Rackers, other Line Operators, Leads, Quality, and Production Management.
• Follow safety procedures and properly use required PPE.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Help the crew meet daily production requirements.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• NICE Healthcare for employees enrolled in the Company medical plan, including many visits, medications, labs, X-rays, physical therapy, and mental health services at $0 cost to the employee.
• 401(k) with Company match.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Company-paid long-term disability insurance.
• Paid time off and paid holidays.
• Weekly Attendance Reward = $50/week.
• Profit Sharing – up to $4,800/year or more.
• Employee referral bonuses.
• Scheduled performance reviews with opportunities for wage increases.
• Opportunities to learn additional jobs and advance within the Company.
• $3,000 Sign-On Bonus for eligible new hires.

What This Job Offers

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