Plater/Line Operator - 1st shift

The Lindgren Group•New Hope, MN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Avtec Finishing in New Hope, Minnesota is hiring a full-time Plater/Line Operator for a hands-on metal-finishing production role. The operator runs an assigned production line and helps ensure parts are processed correctly, safely, and on schedule. Previous plating experience is not required; training is provided. The position calls for someone who can follow written instructions, learn a multistep process, pay close attention to detail, troubleshoot concerns, and contribute reliably to a production crew. The schedule is Monday through Thursday, 3:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m., with possible Friday overtime based on business needs. Overtime is not guaranteed. Starting pay is listed as $26.00–$28.12 per hour, depending on qualifications and experience, with more pay possible for greater experience. The posting also advertises a $3,000 sign-on bonus for eligible new hires, a weekly attendance reward, and profit sharing, subject to eligibility and program requirements. This is an active industrial production job involving processing tanks, chemicals, equipment, water, heat, noise, and wet production areas. The work can be physical, dirty, repetitive, and demanding. Safety procedures and required personal protective equipment must be followed. The facility is secure, with policies covering personal electronic devices, access control, and documentation. The employer notes that CMMC 2.0 and ITAR requirements may restrict non-U.S. citizens from working in or observing certain activities. Candidates selected to proceed will be invited to an in-person interview at the facility. The process includes a basic math and ruler-reading assessment, followed by an interview and discussion of the position.

Requirements

Show up consistently and on time.
Read, understand, and follow written work instructions and standard operating procedures.
Be comfortable learning processes involving multiple steps and details.
Use basic math and measurements.
Notice when something seems wrong and be willing to stop, ask questions, and investigate.
Work independently once trained while following established procedures.
Take quality seriously when processing customer parts.
Maintain a steady work pace throughout a 10-hour shift.
Be comfortable working in an industrial production environment.
Work well as part of a crew and help where needed.
Wear required personal protective equipment and follow safety procedures.
Adhere to facility security policies, including restrictions on personal electronic devices, access control, and documentation procedures.
Be able to stand and walk for extended periods during a 10-hour shift.
Regularly bend, reach, twist, push, pull, and perform repetitive movements.
Use hands and fingers to handle parts, tools, controls, and paperwork.
Regularly lift and move materials associated with production.
Work around industrial equipment, chemicals, heat, noise, and wet production areas.

Nice To Haves

Interest in learning, earning more, and building additional skills over time.
Previous plating experience is not required; the employer will train the right person.

Responsibilities

Operate an assigned metal-finishing production line.
Read and follow work orders, process sheets, written instructions, and standard operating procedures.
Verify 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 does not 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 personal protective equipment.
Maintain a clean and organized work area.
Help the crew meet daily production requirements.

Benefits

Medical insurance.
Dental insurance.
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.
Paid holidays.
Weekly attendance reward of $50, subject to program requirements.
Profit sharing of up to $4,800 per year or more, subject to program requirements.
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, subject to eligibility and program requirements.