Production Laborer

MKB•Milaca, MN

6h•Onsite

About The Position

MKB Company is a leading provider of products and services in the environmental control market, specializing in perimeter control, sediment management, erosion control, and pollution control. The company prides itself on its strong family tradition, growth, and innovative approach in the “green industry”. They are seeking highly motivated and eager candidates for a Production Worker role, responsible for manufacturing innovative stormwater erosion control products through machine and equipment operation. The ideal candidate will be a skilled and detail-oriented Laborer/Operator with strong hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills, capable of safely and efficiently handling various machinery and equipment. Experience operating heavy equipment, chain saws, and other specialized tools is preferred. This night shift position (4pm - 2am) includes a $1/hour shift differential and is crucial for operational success, emphasizing safety, productivity, and teamwork.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Willingness to learn and grow within the role.
Flexible to work various hours including shift work.
Able to perform heavy manual tasks under varying weather conditions.
Good communication and listening skills.
Demonstrating initiative with regards to responsibilities.
Ability to ambulate around the site.
Enthusiastic, with a drive for results.
Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment.
Regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls, and reach with hands and arms.
Frequently required to stand, talk and hear.
Occasionally required to walk, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and smell.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus

Nice To Haves

1-3 years' experience of heavy equipment preferred.
Prior experience with hand tools, preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform all production tasks while maintaining quality standards.
Assist Production Lead in meeting or exceeding daily production goals.
Set production line balance and speed
Loading and unloading parts into manufacturing equipment.
Perform pre-shift and end of shift checks and maintenance on equipment
Keep facilities and equipment clean and maintained
Abide by all yard rules, safety regulations, and PPE requirements
Participate in safety briefings, job briefings, and any other meetings as required by Manager
Pass on information from team members, management, or customers.
Accurately complete all required paperwork
Regular, consistent and punctual attendance is required.
Other duties may be assigned