Machine Operator

Saint Paul, MN

We are a premier tool manufacturer dedicated to quality, consistency, service and value.

We are seeking a new Machine Operator to join our team.

Your role will be to Operate grinding machinery used in the manufacturing of precision cutting tools, load, unload, sort, count, check quality and make minor adjustments to keep machinery running within strict tolerances. You will work alongside our Machine Operators and Set Ups and report to our Shift Facilitator.

What You Will Do:

  • Full time (40 hours/week), timely and consistent attendance
  • Obtain stock to be run on machines by following schedules
  • Load and unload drills from machines
  • Make minor adjustments to controls to assure quality is maintained
  • Use measuring Accurate completion of paperwork for maintaining proper documentation of operations such as micrometer, ruler and scopes to assure quality standards are maintained
  • Accurate completion of paperwork for maintaining proper documentation of operations
  • Willing to participate in various continual improvement efforts
  • Communicated the machine and quality status to Setups and Leads
  • Maintain a clean, orderly and safe work environment
  • All other duties as assigned
  • Maintain clean, orderly and safe work environment
  • Training is provided

What You Will Bring:

Our ideal candidate will have the following credentials/skills:

  • High School or GED
  • Available to work full time (40 hours/week) on 2nd shift (2pm-10:30pm), meeting attendance requirements
  • Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.

Why You'll Love Us:

Established in 1951, Viking Drill & Tool has solidified its reputation as a premier tool manufacturer, dedicated to producing top-tier cutting tools vital across construction and diverse industries. Our commitment to quality craftsmanship and innovation has propelled us forward, fostering both stability and ongoing expansion within the market.

As an Employee Owned (ESOP) organization, Viking Drill & Tool embodies a culture of shared ownership and empowerment. Our dynamic growth trajectory presents unparalleled opportunities for individuals seeking to join a thriving team. We pride ourselves on offering competitive manufacturing wages alongside an array of exceptional benefits, including quarterly profit sharing, attendance bonuses, ESOP shares, comprehensive health coverage, dental and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and more. At Viking Drill & Tool, we prioritize the well-being and success of our employees, fostering a supportive environment where every member can flourish and contribute to our collective success. Join us as we continue to shape the future of the industry together.

Benefits:

  • Health Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Health Savings Accounts (HSAs)
  • Medical Flexible Spending Account
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Health & Wellness Programs
  • Vacation Leave
  • Sick Leave
  • Holiday Pay
  • Paid Time Off
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Profit Sharing
  • Attendance Bonus
  • Eye Wear/Contact Reimbursement
  • Safety Prescription Glasses
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Critical Illness Insurance

You should be proficient in:

  • Blueprint Reading
  • Mechanical Troubleshooting Skills
  • Deburring Experience
  • Excellent Communication Skills
  • Shop Math Skills
  • Equipment Troubleshooting

Salary info:

$24.35 - $27.88 / hr