Rotocast Machine Operator - 2nd 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 to produce plastic products and components according to customer specifications, engineering drawings, work instructions, and quality standards. Under general supervision, the operator prepares materials, loads and unloads molds, adjusts machines, finishes and inspects parts, and performs basic troubleshooting while maintaining a safe and efficient production environment.

The role is based on-site in Cannon Falls, Minnesota, and works second shift, Monday through Friday, from 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM, in five 8-hour workdays. Overtime is scheduled as needed, and mandatory overtime may include extended hours, weekends, holidays, or additional shifts when business needs require. The stated hourly wage range is $24.17–$32.32, including a 10% second-shift premium. Compensation depends on candidate-specific factors, and the role is eligible for other benefits.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• One to two years of manufacturing, machine operation, or related experience.
• High 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.
• Flexibility to work in multiple areas as company needs require and ability to multitask.
• 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, or 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, focus adjustment, and peripheral vision.
• Ability to regularly 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.
• Input operational cycles into the computer according to work orders.
• Load and secure molds on rotocasting equipment and verify setup before production.
• Monitor and adjust machine cycle times, temperatures, rotation speeds, and other process parameters to maintain consistent part quality.
• Safely remove and demold molded components, then trim and finish them.
• Perform visual and dimensional inspections using calipers, gauges, and other measuring equipment.
• Identify defects such as warping, voids, thin walls, incomplete coverage, surface imperfections, and dimensional variation.
• Make process adjustments and communicate recurring quality issues to supervision or engineering.
• Perform basic machine troubleshooting and routine preventive 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 and low-cost premiums for other coverage levels.
• 4% retirement match with profit sharing.
• Paid time off including vacation, holidays, parental leave, volunteer time, and sick leave.
• 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