Are you looking for a full-time/2nd shift position with a stable and trusted organization that offers long-term career opportunities? Our Waukesha area client is looking for a Custodian to perform general custodial duties at multiple campus buildings.

Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate proper and efficient cleaning methods.
• Clean, sweep, vacuum, mop, scrub and wax floors, stairs and other surfaces.
• Operate carpet extracting equipment.
• Clean and service lavatories and shower room facilities.
• Use light and heavy duty cleaning equipment and attachments.
• Sweep or shovel snow from steps and walks at building entrances.
• Report items and equipment that needs repair (doors, furniture, lights, and faucets, etc.).
• Follow and comply with all safety and work rules and regulations, opens and closes, locks and unlocks facilities as needed.

Builder/Trades Apprentice

Our client, a custom builder of vehicles and event transportation is seeking a Builder/Trades Apprentice to work with a large team constructing a variety of vehicles and products.  This client is truly a “cool” place to work as every project is new and different and the word “custom” starts from scratch on each and very project.  This company boasts its own line of exclusive mobile products and works with large national franchises, professional sports teams and major IT players that are always seeking to make their name stand out at every event.  This position pays $15-$16 per hour based on experience, is located in Muskego, WI and has a great career path potential to move into a variety of trade skills.

The shop floor consists of fabricators/welders, electricians, carpenters, other specialty tradesmen and peer Builders all working projects with tight deadlines.  The Builder/Trades Apprentice will report to the plant manager and assist the entire staff as needed.  This role will mainly entail working in the main plant as a key team member performing a wide variety of construction/project work.  The ideal candidate will have base knowledge of building, carpentry, construction, welding and/or automotive repair skills.  

The incumbent of this role will:

• Assist the plant manager and his team with all project work.
• Take direction from tradesmen and learn valuable trade skills.
• Read basic blueprints, drawings and sketches to assist teams in building projects.
• Perform preparation work at work stations.
• Lift and move building materials.
• Gain training in basic welding, carpentry, and electrical project work.
• Act on all tasks with a high sense of urgency.

Qualifications

• Past experience and a desire to learn to build/construct “stuff”.
• Past experience working with a variety of hand and power tools.
• Experience or desire to learn “automotive” trade skills.
• A great attitude, attention to detail and high sense of urgency.
• Desire to learn in the skilled trade arena – Carpentry, Welding, Electrical.
• Willingness to follow safety guidelines at all times

• Strong communication skills and ability to work with teams.
• Ability to pass a drug screen and background check.

Job Description

Do you want to be a part of making the finest industrial knives and hardened wear products, working with highly trained employees, with the finest metal working equipment available, and with the best steels and tooling available? Come join our team where we offer all those and an air conditioned world class facility.

We are seeking an experienced CNC Operator/Programmer. In this role you will be responsible for full operation and programming of our Vertical Machining Centers.  Machining tool steel is not as predictable as machining aluminum and if you are the type of machinist that can make programming changes "on the fly" this is the position for you.

What’s in the job:

• Set up and operate CNC machines or machining centers to perform various machine functions such as cutting, drilling, milling, reaming, boring, turning, and broaching of metallic and nonmetallic workpieces.
• First piece and in process inspections of parts produced.
• Work from operational data to define and code tooling, fixturing, and machine arrangements.
• Recommend tooling applications and operational sequences to assist in developing practical programming for new and unusual machining requirements.

What does it take:

• HSD/GED; or 5-7 years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must have extensive experience with programming on Fanuc and Mori Seiki controls.
• Previous experience with Master Cam software
• Must be able to read blueprints at a level equivalent to the MATC Blueprint Reading class.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Physical Requirements: Regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to fingers, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. Must regularly lift or move up to 25 lbs. and occasionally lift or move up to 50 lbs.

Driving & Distribution Specialist

Become "the face" of the company! This is the perfect place to start a career in a forever growing industry that provides different tasks to tackle every day. Strong communication and customer service skills are a must.

Our client, a value-added distributor of contractor and industrial supplies is seeking a Non-CDL Driving & Distribution Specialist with excellent customer relations skills to operate their company vans & trucks at their Waukesha, WI location. This role includes benefits and competitive pay with hours of M-F 7am-4pm. This position contains no overnight or weekend work - So you can count on being home on time!

The Specialist should expect 90% of time on the road and at job sites and 10% Warehouse & inventory work. Key responsibilities include creating your route for the transportation of materials from warehouse, vendor, and job site locations, picking & pulling orders, and providing professional customer service to our on-site clients. The incumbent of this role will:

• Operate as the on-site "Face" of the company after pulling orders to deliver job-site supplies accurately & efficiently
• Plan delivery route to ensure most economical use of time and equipment
• Sign off and make copies of all required shipment, delivery, and return documentations
• Deliver and unload product at customer job sites and supply yards
• Interact with job-site leads to ensure proper delivery
• Maintain contact with the warehouse while completing daily deliveries and provide updates with any relevant information
• Fill out daily delivery log listing all stops (pickups/deliveries) and documentation of mileage, maintenance, and product repairs as needed
• Upon return to the branch, unload vehicle, distribute paper work and product to the correct locations
• Organize next day delivery schedule with operations and warehouse staff at the end of day
• Adherence to safe work place practices
• Maintain cleanliness of delivery vehicles, inside and out (No smoking in company vehicles or warehouse)

Qualifications

• Desire to obtain a role in the booming industry of construction
• 1+ year experience in a warehousing or driving role.
• Possess High School GED or equivalent
• Must have a clean driving record
• Required to pass background check and drug screen
• The ability to consistently lift products (25lbs – 75lbs) is a must.

Preferred but not required

• Box or straight truck driving experience
• Fork lift certification preferred - We will provide training
• Delivery experience
• Experience within the construction & industrial industry

GENERAL LABORER

SUMMARY

Ability to perform component set-up and packaging removal activities to assist in the efficient flow of the production cell.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Demonstrate the flexibility to carry out multiple tasks contributing toward the delivery of products to customer specifications
• Able to accurately complete and follow detailed instructions and procedures. 
• Identify parts.
• Set up parts delivered to cells or other designated areas.
• Delivered various materials to designated areas.
• Responsible for dependable attendance, punctual habits and maintaining clean and organized work areas. 
• Able to interface professionally with internal and external customers as well as provide customer support/training through hands on or technical presentations. 
• Know and promote our client's Quality System.

QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Required:

• This position requires a high school diploma with typically one to two years related experience or acceptable equivalent combination of education, related training and experience.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Effective verbal and written communication
• Ability to handle parts with or without material handling equipment requiring safety and delicate handling procedures
• Ability to work on assignments that are complex in nature where considerable judgment and initiative are required in resolving problems and making recommendations
• Proactive in identifying methods and procedures for improving productivity, be a team player, and be able to provide guidance and training to other associates

Preferred:

• Working knowledge of manufacturing processes and procedures
• Working knowledge of Excel
• Understand ISO procedures

1^st shift Industrial Sewers needed! On the job training offered to those looking to start a career in industrial sewing. Candidates will be responsible for sewing operations in the manufacturing of industrial curtains or partitions.

Essential Duties and/or Responsibilities:

• Monitor machine operation to detect problems such as defective stitching, breaks in thread, or machine malfunctions.
• Position items under needles, using guides or measuring devices.
• Replace spools of thread, insert bobbins, and thread ends through machine guides and components.
• Match vinyl pieces in correct sequences prior to sewing them, and verify that dye lots and patterns match.
• Guide curtain or partitions parts under machine needles and presser feet to sew parts together.
• Start and operate industrial sewing machines, such as single or double needle machines, to automatically join, reinforce the vinyl material.
• Record quantities of materials processed.
• Inspect curtains and partitions, and examine repair tags and markings to locate defects or damage, and mark errors as necessary.
• Operating various grommet machines
• Select supplies such as fasteners and thread, according to job requirements.
• Adjust machine guides according to specifications.
• Cut excess material and thread from finished products.
• Fold curtains or partitions to specifications.
• Perform equipment maintenance tasks such as replacing needles, or cleaning and oiling sewing machines.
• Examine and measure finished articles to verify conformance to standards, using rulers and tape measures.
• Turn knobs, screws, and dials to adjust settings of machines, according to product type and equipment performance.
• Repair or alter items by adding replacement parts or missing stitches.
• Perform other jobs in the sewing and assembly areas as needed.
• Perform related duties as assigned by leads or management.
• Push & pull up to 50 lbs.
• Capable of lifting 50 lbs.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• Basic ability to read, write and understand English.
• Basic ability to read/use a ruler and tape measure, add/subtract and calculate fractions.

WORKER ATTRIBUTES

• Basic mathematical skills
• Good organizational skills and detail orientation
• Good eye/hand coordination

All candidates will be required to take a sewing test during the interview process 

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Machine Operator

Our client, a worldwide manufacturer of specialized tools, located in New Berlin WI, is looking for 2^nd and 3^rd shift Machine Operators.  This role is responsible for the set up and operation of machines to produce cemented carbide drill bits and specialty tools.  These machines create cubic boron nitride (CBN) and sintered diamond cutting tools for laser processing machines and diamond cutting machinery.  These roles include: 

• Hourly Pay range from $13-$22 based on experience.
• Contract for Hire
• Excellent benefits, scheduled reviews and pay increases.
• 2^nd Shift: 2pm – 10pm Monday – Friday
• 3^rd Shift: 10pm – 6am, Sunday - Thursday

The key to this role is past experience with machine set up, adjustment, and initiation of jobs.  The incumbent of this role will:

• Determine sequence of operations by studying blueprints, specifications and work orders.
• Perform Machine Set up and Operation by adjusting machines according to work orders.
• Determine reference points, machine cutting paths, set and adjust speed, feed and perform other controls.
• Perform routine maintenance of CNC Machines.
• Determine accuracy of machine operations.
• Maintain work piece quality by observing machine operation to detect work piece defects or machine malfunction - take correction action as necessary.
• Measure work piece dimensions with measuring instruments to determine accuracy of machine operation.

Qualifications:

• 2 years of Machine Operation experience (Walter Machines preferred).
• Experience in Machine Set-Up Operations.
• Experience performing routine Machine Maintenance
• Ability to read blue prints and use Calipers and Micrometers
• Be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Be able to lift, carry push, pull or move objects of at least 10 pounds.
• Work assigned 2^ndor 3^rd shift with the ability to train on 1^st
• Have reliable transportation, excellent work ethic and attendance.
• High School Diploma, GED or equivalent.

Our client, a chemical manufacturing company, is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic for their 1^st shift role in Cottage Grove. This role offers a strong benefit plan including medical, dental, vision, 401K, Profit-Sharing and a Pension Program.  This is a full-time role with potential for growth based on good tenure under the following logistics...

Location: Cottage Grove, WI

Shift/Hours: 1^st Shift (there are two different shifts available)

• Shift #1: Monday through Friday 7AM to 4PM
• Shift #2: Tuesday through Saturday 10:30AM to 7:00PM

Pay: Will depend on experience and company fit but $22-$25+/hour or more is very realistic to start.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain building and plant equipment. Troubleshoot, diagnose and repair process and auxiliary equipment. Maintain preventive maintenance schedule for buildings and equipment.
• Perform any construction tasks, including equipment installation, piping and electrical.
• Manage emission and process control instrumentation, including calibration and repair.
• Comply with company policies, procedures and governmental regulations regarding environmental and personal safety.
• Responsible for following “Good Manufacturing Practices” and housekeeping in all interior and exterior areas of the facility.
• Communicate to your supervisor compliance, safety, and equipment needs.
• Perform all duties outlined in relevant SOPs and all other duties to be assigned.
• Participate in RCRA, regulatory, health & safety and process training activities as required. Review changes/additions with your supervisor. Must be RCRA compliant.   
  

SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS

• Must have the following basic maintenance skills and/or experience: welding, electrical wiring, plumbing, pipefitting and carpentry. Some heating/refrigeration experiences a plus.
• High School diploma or equivalent required. Associate degree or certification preferred.
• Ability to read and draw mechanical drawings and diagrams.
• Ability to accurately transfer written and verbal information and documentation and enter data into existing computer system.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Must have communication and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to read, write, and speak English.
• Ability to Climb ladder and work at heights up to 50 feet occasionally.
• Must be able to stand or walk up to 12 hours per shift.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. multiple times per shift, lift 100 lbs. on occasion.
• Ability to wear a respirator for up to 4 hours a day. Please refer to the SOP for facial hair guidelines.
• Due to safety concerns, the wearing of contact lenses is prohibited.

CNR Plastics

CNR Plastics, a division of Nicolet Plastics runs a 31,000-square-foot factory that produces products such as medical visor frames, packaging clips, connectors, terminal blocks, lids and containers.

Examples: Zippers for zipper storage (Ziploc) bags, plastic framing for glasses, hot coco powder containers, remote controller cases, etc. They operate within the Medical, Retail, Consumer, and Electronic fields to name a few.

Pitch

• Besides working within a brand new, clean, odorless facility – Employees will hold “hybrid” roles that allow for them to tackle different tasks throughout the day: operating different machines, sorting & packaging, preparing for shipments, etc.
• HUGE opportunity for pay increases throughout the contracting period AND after going perm
• The operating machines are all under 8 years old – Most of which are BRAND NEW
• NO SAFTEY GEAR required – employees dress in casual attire, jeans, t-shirts, clean & comfortable shoes, etc
• Once perm – complete benefits packages including 2-weeks PTO
• Shifts are 8.5 with a 30 min unpaid lunch and a 10 min break – OT is available (45-50hrs per week) BUT NOT REQUIRED (or guaranteed) – (Part-time opportunities also available)
• CNR Group recycles/reuses all but < 3% of their materials – They are able to regrind the material so that it is reusable

 Specs

• 1^st shift – 7:00am – 3:30pm
• 600hr CTH
• $12-13/hr

Job Description

Manufacturing Specialist

Educated Solutions Corp. (ESC) a Wisconsin based staffing firm has partnered with CNR, a custom injection molder located in Jackson, WI and will be growing their team based on their rapid growth. ESC/CNR is looking to add to their Production team at a BRAND-NEW facility. You will not find a cleaner, and more organized environment! Besides having the perks of working within a brand-new facility, you will have the opportunity to cross train in the packaging & shipping, operation, and quality departments. No previous experience is required, and OPPORTUNITY is right within your grasp. This is a 1^st shift opportunity with flexible start and end times centered around 7am – 4:30pm. We are looking to make hires for our team as soon as possible!

HERE IS HOW IT WORKS

• You will start this opportunity at a pay rate of $12 - $13/hr based on experience.
• After a successful 90 days you will receive AT LEAST a $.50/hr raise
• Once you’ve completed 90 days, you will be eligible for medical, dental, and vision benefits including 2-weeks of PTO.
• Upon learning all cross-training facets, you will be eligible for performance-based pay increases throughout your employment which could total up to $16+ per hour inside of 12 months.

Qualifications

• Desire to contribute to all facets of production including cross training on various machines, assisting with quality control, and packaging products for shipments.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment – Consistent performance will be rewarded.
• Compliance with company safety policies and guidelines – No extra safety equipment is required.
• Provide excellent attendance for an opportunity to rapidly grow within our company.
• Desire to build a long-term career.

Our New Berlin client, specializing in order fulfillment, seeks an experienced material handler to work within their warehouse.

Job Duties for this incumbent role:

• Shipping & Receiving products into the warehouse
• Operate a stand-up and sit-down forklift 
• Pick orders according to pick lists
• Load and unload trucks
• Input incoming inventory into Windows-based operating system

Other duties as requested Qualifications:

• High-School diploma or equivalent

• Candidates should have at least 2 years’ experience in a warehouse environment

• 3-5 years of forklift experience, certification is preferred. 

• Must have an excellent work ethic

• Exemplary attendance

• Positive can-do attitude with the drive to go above and beyond the job duties

Summary: Under the direct supervision of the Shipping and Receiving Supervisor, this position is responsible for preparing materials for shipment and verifying and entering receipt of all incoming shipments. Also maintains cleanliness of warehouse and spooling of wire. Education/Experience: • High School Diploma or GED • Related experience or training Marginal Duties and Responsibilities: • Maintains cleanliness of warehouse and Shipping and Receiving Department. • Operates the forklift truck occasionally when pulling, loading, or moving merchandise • delivers or picks-up parts from vendor or customers • Must be able to lift 50lbs

Our client, a major manufacturer for athletic equipment used by the NFL, NBA, and NHL is seeking new additions for their Mechanical Assembly team! This role is based at their brand new facility in Waukesha, and these opportunities will fill up fast!  Along with this role is a competitive starting pay, and multiple shifts available: 1st (6am-2:30pm) Mid (9am - 5:30pm) and 2nd (Noon - 8:30pm). Please apply to schedule an interview this week!

Job Functions

• Use common hand tools, power tools and machinery in the building of custom ordered training equipment
• Required to work with a variety of materials: steel, rubber, aluminum, brass, and electrical wiring components
• Cross train to learn all facets of our production facility
• Identify and apply correct parts or materials regarding the custom order
• Understand and comprehend blue prints, schematics, and work manuals
• Monitor quality control through finalizing and testing finished products

Job Requirements

• 1+ years of experience in a manufacturing, construction, assembly role
• 1+ years of experience working with hand and power tools
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Passion to work in a hands-on environment
• Strong mechanical aptitude

Perks

• Operate in a newly developed, organized, and clean production facility
• Working for a company that is partnered with some of the biggest revenue generating organizations in the world
• Fully stocked, and brand new, employee café

Soccer field for employees to get some fresh air on lunch breaks

Process Operator – Cottage Grove, WI

Our client, a chemical manufacturing company is seeking a fulltime Process Operator.  This role offers a strong benefit plan including medical, dental, vision, 401K.  This is a full time role with potential for growth based on good tenure under the following logistics:

Location: Cottage Grove, WI

Shift/Hours: 3^rd shift, 6pm-6am, on5, off2, on2, off5… repeat

Pay: $20 per hour

NOTE – Transfers to 1^st and 2^nd shift are possible once training commences (based on availability)

The primary purpose of this position is to be responsible for the operation of chemical processes which will be delivered through a strong training program.  The program stresses strong attention to detail around processes and documentation of said processes.  This role works in a large warehouse performing a variety of duties related to a chemical processes schedule.  Potential duties to be performed:

• Operate chemical processes to include adjusting variables such as temperature, pressure, feed rate, and sampling.
• Fill out the regulatory paperwork, inspections, and checklists as assigned meeting the intent of the regulations.
• Maintain regulatory compliance (RCRA, Title V, Air Permits, and OSHA regulations) in assigned areas.
• Participate in mandatory Environmental, Health, & Safety and process specific training.
• Fill out the daily and weekly inspections check sheets as assigned.
• Fill out all vessel batch logs, reports, manifests, check sheets, etc. as assigned.
• Complete prism tasks for material transfers move tickets, material usage, prism logs, and work orders, raw material inventory, produced inventory, and ensure compliance to PRISM and ISO 9001:2000.
• Perform auxiliary tasks such as tank transfers, bulk truck or railcar loading/unloading, container emptying and filling, dumping bags and supersacks, sampling, etc.
• Assist in production areas as needed and as directed

Qualifications

• NONE! We are willing to train from the ground up so we desire a clean background, ability to pass a drug screen and a strong work ethic.  Past warehouse experience is preferred but not required.
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Requirements:

• Possession of High school diploma or GED.
• Must be able to accurately transfer written and verbal information and enter data into existing computer system
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of MS Office.
• Must have communication and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to read, write, and speak English
• Ability to operate a forklift; previous experience preferred.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 100 lbs on occasion, 50 lbs. frequently.
• Able to climb ladders and work at heights up to 50 feet on occasion.

Production Operator – Terre Haute, IN

Our client, a chemical manufacturing company is seeking a Production Operator.  This role offers a strong benefit plan including a pension, medical, dental, vision, 401k and tuition reimbursement.  This is a full-time role with potential for growth based on good tenure under the following logistics:

Location: Terre Haute, IN

Shift/Hours: Monday-Thursday: 10am -8pm

Note: Transfers to other shifts are possible once training commences (based on availability)

Pay: $17/hr

The primary purpose of this position is to ensure internal and external customer satisfaction in an efficient and cost-effective manner, by performing the duties necessary for safe and efficient production and filling.  The role works in a large warehouse performing a variety of duties related to a production schedule.  Potential duties to be performed:

• Filling and emptying drums of chemicals and powders
• Moving drums, equipment, etc.
• Using math (calculator/computer) to determine proper steps and changes with equipment (trained)
• Monitoring levels via computer
• Washing and cleaning equipment
• Completing inventory and checklists (including safety)

• Manufacturing processes – blending and packaging
• Hooking/unhooking hoses to and from trucks and tanks
• Taking samples to the lab
• Completing inventory/checklists
• Entering data into the computer system
• Adjusting Chemical Variables
• Operating forklift/lift truck (will train)
• Loading and unloading tank trucks and rail cars of product (use forklift – will train)

Additional Responsibilities:

• Performs production and filling duties according to existing Standard Operating Procedures(SOPs) to include computer entry of all necessary paperwork
• Able to produce and fill aqua ammonia, bleach, white room products, optical brightener, prep and fill cylinders. 
• Performs daily, weekly and monthly product and facility inspections to ensure adherence to quality standards

• Maintains “Good Housekeeping” practices throughout the warehouse
• Complies with all established SOPs, Safety and RCEP policies
• Must manage any wastes in accordance with applicable SOPs, including labeling, storage, and profiling
• Supports effective communication with all departments where responsibilities overlap to ensure success of the branch team.

Qualifications

• NONE! We are willing to train from the ground up so we desire a clean background, ability to pass a drug screen and a strong work ethic.  Past warehouse experience is preferred but not required.

Requirements:

• Must be able to accurately transfer written and verbal information and enter data into existing computer system
• Must have communication and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to read, write, and speak English.

• Must be able to work in an un-cooled warehouse facility  
• Must be able to roll a 285-pound cylinder from a pallet onto the floor
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds frequently

Our Menomonee Falls based client is seeking an experienced Quality Technician to join their team.  This person will be responsible for daily inspection and parts review of incoming, in process and outgoing product and associated functions (calibration, gauge control, etc.).  He or she will also assist with devising inspection setups, gauges, devices, procedures and oversee their application.

DAILY DUTIES

• Inspect parts in support of operation needs as required through incoming and final inspection.
• Provide feedback to the operators as required.
• Assure parts and processes are moving in a timely fashion. This includes daily maintenance and monitoring of the quality related TCM “A” Codes to assure all part are moving timely through the shop floor.
  • A1 Incoming Inspection
  • A2 Ultrasonic Inspection
  • A3 In Process Inspection
  • A4 Final Inspection
  • A9 Liquid Penetrant Inspection

• Submit routine foundry checks and record results. Notify proper personnel if out of compliance.
• Maintain the calibration Program including controls.
• Main Facilitator for IRR System and its documentation.
• Timely IRR daily entry and update IRR activity.
• Preliminary investigation of IRR especially toward determination of true root cause.
• Main facilitator for the Material Review Board.
• Preliminary investigation of IRR especially toward determination of root cause.
• Determine reasons for defects and deviations.
• Give recommendations on repairs.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum of five years’ experience in a manufacturing environment.
• GD&T knowledge
• Thorough knowledge of materials, quality tools and gauges.
• Able to read and interpret intricate prints.
• Understand what gauges are applicable to specific measurements; and how to use them.
• Computer conversant in Excel and Word. Need to acquire TCM experience.
• Use a variety of precision measuring instruments.
• Certification within quality a plus.

Sheet Line Operator/Tagging Station: (2^nd Shift Roles Available)

Our client in Cottage Grove, MN is opening a brand-new manufacturing plant and is looking to fill 40+ new positions. They are a manufacturer of paper packaging solutions and are seeking individuals who are interested in learning new skills and growing a long-term career. These will all be direct hire roles with benefits and PTO.

We are seeking candidates for 2^nd shift machine operator roles, shipping/receiving, forklift, clamp truck and maintenance personnel, to take on the exciting opportunity to get in on the ground floor of opening a new business in the world of corrugated cardboard manufacturing.

We are seeking employees who can begin this month, and complete training for approximately 4 weeks in Cottage Grove, MN. Pay for this initial role is $16.00 per hour for 2^nd shift. You will be guaranteed 40 hours every week and training is 100% paid.  Once you complete the initial training program, additional training will be provided, and skills will be gained to operate in a variety of production roles.  Each advanced role, once successfully mastered, comes with pay increase steps ($.50/hour) that delivers $19+ per hour within a 2-year career path.  The initial role is a contract-to-hire role that will deliver a complete benefits package (including 401-k) once you are hired on permanently. All candidates must be able to pass a drug screen before they are hired.

Sheet Line Operator/Tagging Station Job Responsibilities:

• Follow all accepted company safe work practices.
• Maintain a clean machine and Work Area.
• Be able to read the dry end run schedule
• Prep Units with dunnage, according to customer specifications so that the units will not be damaged by banding.
• Ensure that unit count is correct, and units are properly tagged.
• Ensure that Unitization is correct according to default parameters or Customer request.
• Respond to the bander when there are issues.
• Keep dunnage area clean, neat and stocked

Tagging Station Primary Job

• Print correct tag with correct count for unit at the Dressing Station.
• Place Top and bottom dunnage on the unit as required by Default standards or the customer request.
• Inform Control Room Operator of Overrun, Underrun or scrapped sheets/units.
• Check quality of units on the Dressing Station by quick visual inspection.
• Ensure Unitization is correct and matches tag.
• Be able to change labels in tag printer.
• Clean banders, clear minor jams, and replace/rethread strapping when roll runs out.
• Read Dry end schedule and confirm correct quantities are manufactured.
• Setup bander/unit for cross banding when necessary.
• Operate all Sheet line controls.
• Operate all Bander Controls
• Operate all Stacker Controls
• When the machine stops because of a Dry End issue, the 1^st Hand should make sure that the line is clear so that the machine can start up after issue has been corrected. After line is, clear 1^st Hand should proceed immediately to where the problem is and assist to get the machine running as quickly and as safely possible.

Secondary Function

• The Dry End will always work as a team. Operators are expected to help each other out when issues arise, examples are:
  1. Kick outs and stacker issues
  2. Short Cutoffs and load building
  3. When the machine shuts down because of Dry End jam, (certain operators will be required to go to the Wet End to assist during Wet End stops).
  4. Ensuring that good quality board is being run.
• If the bander goes down, the operators are expected to move up and fill the position of the operator working on the bander.
• All team members are responsible for items in the rework area
• When the machine stops for a Wet End issue, the 1^st Hand should make sure that the line is clear so that the machine can start up after issue has been corrected. After line is clear 1^st Hand will restock their area and make sure the bander is clean and ready for operation.  After their area, has been “set up for success” if the machine is still down they should proceed immediately to where the problem is and assist as instructed by the Control Room Operator.

Weekly Preventative Maintenance

• Clean the printers and counters
• Clean the banders. Bander heads will be blown out and frame wiped down.  Grease shall be removed from outside of machine and inside frames using paper towels, Degreaser (Simple Green) and/or Windex.  If substantial buildup exists, the Dry-Ice blaster shall be used to clean hard to reach areas.  All Paper towels, dust and debris shall be swept up and deposited in a trash receptacle which will be dumped in the trash compactor.  All tools and cleaning supplies will be returned to their proper place upon completion of cleaning operation.
• Restock the dunnage area
• Clean and sweep area and dispose of any scrap
• Clear, clean and sweep rework area.
• Blow down and clean on and under stacker.
• Assist 2^nd Hand in cleaning under belts and decking.
• Because there are two 1^st hands, the duties will be split and one operator may be assigned other duties.

Qualifications

• Must truly be seeking a career and not just a job.
• Desire and possess the ability to learn new skills
• Capable of working in a manufacturing environment with changing temperatures (the Plant could be 85 degrees on hot days during the summer and 65 degrees in the Winter)
• Comfortable in a physical role and able to stand, walk, bend, twist and lift up to 50+lbs consistently for 10+ hour shifts.
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced manufacturing setting
• Enjoys working within a team setting

Utility Operator – Cottage Grove

Our client, a chemical manufacturing company is seeking a fulltime Utility Operator.  This role comes with a strong benefit plan including medical, dental, vision, 401K.  This is a full time role with potential for growth and shift changes based on good tenure under the following logistics:

Location: Cottage Grove

Shift/Hours: 1st, 6am-6pm 5-2-2-5 schedule

Pay: $20/hr

The primary purpose of this position is to safely move/transport chemical products from warehouse to warehouse in multiple Madison locations.  The main locations serviced are 500 feet apart.  As transport involves using local streets a Commercial Drivers License is required – which needs to be possessed or gained (our client will pay to obtain).  The role works in various large warehouse settings performing a variety of duties related to a production schedule.  Potential duties to be performed:

• Drive trailers to warehouses and load/unload chemical products
• Perform auxiliary tasks such as tank transfers, bulk truck or railcar loading/unloading, container emptying and filling, dumping bags and supersacks, sampling, etc.
• Comply with all safety and regulatory compliance programs.
• Complete regulatory paperwork, inspections, and checklists as assigned meeting the intent of the regulations.
• Fill out all vessel batch logs, reports, manifests, check sheets, etc. as assigned.
• Complete prism tasks for material transfers move tickets, material usage, prism logs, and work orders, raw material inventory, produced inventory, and ensure compliance to PRISM and ISO 9001:2000 SOP’s and documentation as directed by the shift supervisor or senior operator.
• Operate processes (adjusting variables such as temperature, pressure, feed rate, sampling, etc.) in accordance with SOP’s; notify shift supervisor or senior operator of deviations from the SOP’s

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Class A CDL – (If you don’t possess a CDL, but have interest to obtain please apply noting this)
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of MS Office.
• Ability to operate a forklift (will train)
• Must have communication and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to read, write, and speak English
• Ability to lift and carry up to 100 lbs on occasion, 50 lbs. frequently.
• Able to climb ladders and work at heights up to 50 feet on occasion.

The Warehouse Professional reports to the Warehouse Manager.  He/she is responsible for the batching, picking, packing and shipping of industrial parts.  Some industrial parts knowledge is required in addition to knowing how to operate a forklift. 

Duties/Responsibilities:
The Warehouse Professional’s primary responsibility is to function as a part of the warehouse operations team which is responsible for:

• Receiving in new batches of industrial parts
• Picking, packing and shipping out industrial parts of all shapes and sizes
• Must learn how to clean parts with a baking soda blast
• Must be proficient at driving a forklift
• CDL Registered workers will be compensated at a premium
• Ability to work overtime as required.

Requirements, Skills & Abilities:

• Warehouse or logistics work experience is required
• Familiarity with industrial parts is a plus
• Self-starter who can independently work or work in a team is essential
• Ability to interface with warehouse personnel and other parts experts is essential