Rotocast Machine Operator - 3rd Shift

Gemini, Inc. • Cannon Falls, MN

5d • $24 - $32 • Onsite

About The Position

Gemstar Manufacturing is seeking an experienced Rotocast Machine Operator to set up and operate rotocasting equipment and produce plastic products and components that meet customer specifications, engineering drawings, work instructions, and quality standards. Under general supervision, the operator prepares materials, loads and unloads molds, adjusts equipment, finishes and inspects parts, and performs basic troubleshooting while maintaining a safe and efficient production environment. The role is based onsite in Cannon Falls, Minnesota, and is scheduled Sunday through Thursday, 10:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m., working five 8-hour days. Overtime is scheduled as needed, and mandatory overtime—including extended hours, weekends, holidays, or additional shifts—may be required as business needs demand. The stated pay range is $24.17–$32.32 per hour, inclusive of a 10% shift premium. The role is eligible for additional benefits.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1–2 years of manufacturing, machine operation, or related experience.
• High degree of mechanical aptitude and ability to operate machine controls, process parameters, and production procedures.
• Attention to detail and commitment to producing quality parts.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, drawings, and basic production documentation.
• Basic ability to operate computers, computer equipment, and machine control panels.
• Flexible attitude and ability to work in multiple areas, multitask, and adapt to company needs.
• Ability to perform basic measurements and recognize when a part does not meet specifications.
• Ability to maintain an atmosphere of respect and cooperation with coworkers, supervisors, production personnel, and other departments.
• Ability to work safely in a hot, noisy, and physically demanding manufacturing environment.
• Ability to walk, stand, talk, hear, handle, feel, finger, and operate objects or tools; reach with hands and arms; and perform repetitive hand or wrist movements.
• Vision abilities including close and distance vision, depth perception, color distinction, adjustment of focus, and peripheral vision.
• May regularly need to lift up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to work mandatory overtime, including extended hours, weekends, holidays, and/or additional shifts as business needs require.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with resins, plastics, molds, ovens, or other thermal-processing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate rotocasting machines, molds, ovens, cooling systems, and related production equipment.
• Prepare and accurately measure resins, powders, additives, and other materials according to formulas and work instructions.
• Enter operational cycles into the computer according to work-order instructions.
• Load and secure molds on rotocasting equipment and verify setup before production.
• Monitor and adjust cycle times, temperatures, rotation speeds, and other process parameters to maintain consistent part quality.
• Safely remove and demold parts, then trim and finish molded components.
• Perform visual and dimensional inspections using calipers, gauges, and other measuring equipment.
• Identify defects, including warping, voids, thin walls, incomplete coverage, surface imperfections, and dimensional variation.
• Make appropriate process adjustments and report recurring quality issues to supervision or engineering.
• Perform basic machine troubleshooting and routine preventative maintenance.
• Maintain accurate production, material-usage, and quality records.
• Follow work instructions, safety procedures, quality standards, and housekeeping requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• 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, with low-cost premiums for other coverage levels.
• 4% retirement match with profit sharing.
• Generous 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

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