Production Operator 2 - Finishing Team 1st shift

MILLERBERND MANUFACTURING COMPANY LLC•Winsted, MN

2d•$21 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

NOW HIRING: Millerbernd Manufacturing is looking for a Production Operator 2 to join our 1st shift team within the Transportation & Infrastructure (Pole) business unit. This Quality Inspector is responsible for various production tasks in the manufacturing of various metal products in accordance with product specifications.

Requirements

Experience with mechanical machines or devices, preferring electrical and/or mechanical assembly
Experience using an Overhead Crane to move materials
High attention to detail
Skill of effective and appropriate verbal and written communication skills
Skill to operate various precision measuring tools and hand tools
Ability to read and interpret documents such as technical drawings, operating instructions, procedures and prints
Ability to perform basic shop math functions
Ability to read and understand required internal manufacturing paperwork in English
Ability to electronically record production information
Ability to work with others as part of a high-performance team
Ability to adapt to changing work priorities
Able to work under limited supervision
May be required to keep and maintain crane certification
Basic knowledge in interpreting prints and drawings

Responsibilities

Operate various standard and single purpose machines or hand and power tools to remove undesirable material
Perform visual and dimensional checking using various gauges and instruments
Report defects and machine or tool malfunctions
Perform clean-up, grinding, drilling, blast booth, straightening, cutting, galvanizing process preparation and general production support tasks
Performs Hot Stick galvanize repair and fixes dents using Porta Power as needed
Use hoist or other material handling equipment to transport materials and product into and out of the work area as required
Examine finished products for defects
Accurately label all parts for routing to next operation
Acts as area expert for monitoring the production board and internal paperwork to perform the tasks in the designated sequence
Achieves and maintains crane certification based on area needs
Operates the overhead crane to load and unload poles
Bundles poles
Participate and support Continuous Improvement initiatives
Maintain 5S guidelines
Communicate relevant information and concerns positively and effectively to others in timely manner
May train employees
Cross-functionally trained

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance – Two medical plan options, with company HSA contributions
Health & Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA/FSA) – For medical and dependent care expenses
Life & Disability Insurance – Company-paid basic life, AD&D, and short-/long-term disability
Voluntary Benefits – Including optional life, legal & ID protection, accident & critical illness insurance
401(k) with 4% Match – Immediate vesting
Incentive Pay – Performance-based bonus programs depending on your role and shift
Accrual Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement – Up to $5,250/year for job-related education
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free, confidential support services
Onsite Training – Includes leadership, welding, and language courses
Uniform Subsidy – For eligible roles