Senior Operator- Weekdays

Watlow Recruitment Team • Winona, MN

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Operator works hands-on with equipment, tools, and technology to produce high-quality products. The role keeps production moving at takt time, resolves challenges, tests work, and supports team success while maintaining a safe and organized work environment. The Senior Operator works with teammates and partners with Maintenance, Quality, and Continuous Improvement.

Requirements

• Up to three years of related manufacturing or industry experience.
• Basic understanding of computer systems and data analysis.
• Ability to learn new skills and follow directions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn, improve, and flex between work cells and value streams.
• Location-specific certifications, such as IPC certification in Winona, may be required.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Two-year degree, technical certificate, trade training, or equivalent related experience preferred.
• Experience with TPM, SMT, electronics, and/or continuous improvement strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate equipment, tools, and machinery to prepare and assemble products, including setting up and operating complex equipment.
• Ensure products meet quality standards and test products using established procedures when required.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Meet production metrics, including takt time.
• Serve as a resource to others in resolving complex problems and issues, and handle tasks with substantial variety and complexity.
• Complete necessary reports and records, including manufacturing orders, scrap, rejects, and production times.
• Complete inventory cycle counts and track work in progress when required.
• Follow the Watlow Way Behaviors, Values, and Principles.

What This Job Offers

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