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Gemstar Manufacturing Specialist - 2nd Shift

Gemini, Inc. · Cannon Falls, MN · 3 wk ago
Management$21.3–$27.92/hrFull-time

Gemstar Manufacturing® has been a leading manufacturer of custom plastic parts and protective hard cases for over 60 years, operating under two business unit brands: Gemstar Custom Part Solutions and Gemstar Protective Hard Cases (Stronghold®, RoboRack®, Sentinel®, and VersaPro®). Gemstar is a division of Gemini, Inc., a family-owned wholesale manufacturer of dimensional signage.

About the role

The Manufacturing Specialist performs various tasks requiring operation of hand tools, manufacturing machinery, and 5 and 3 axis routers. Responsibilities include secondary and finishing operations, CRD/Ext/Assembly functions, and ensuring all quality and inspection criteria are met. This role is part of a positive, people-first culture focused on leveraging team strengths to bring customer products to life.

Responsibilities

  • Reviews work orders to determine tasks to be performed.
  • Cuts sheet stock and blanks to correct size as indicated by prints.
  • Loads and unloads forming machines, ensuring no damage to molds and parts.
  • Sets up and operates 5 and 3 axis routers, including cutting, drilling, and finishing products; may assist in programming the router.
  • Makes adjustments to routing processes and inspects initial products against blueprints for compliance.
  • Reads blueprints to ensure products meet company quality standards and customer expectations.
  • Completes finishing work for parts, including drilling, routing, cutting, assembling, sanding, and gluing.
  • Scrapes and sands rough edges from parts to ensure they are clean and free from scratches or foreign material.
  • Performs general maintenance on department equipment, such as oiling, greasing, and cleaning.
  • May operate Robomold equipment as needed to support business needs.
  • Performs duties in a safe manner, following approved safety procedures.
  • Complies with ISO standards and Gemstar’s quality management system.
  • Maintains effective working relationships with fellow employees and keeps the department neat and orderly.

Requirements

  • High degree of mechanical aptitude and good attention to detail.
  • Flexibility to work in multiple areas based on company needs.
  • Strong problem-solving, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • English reading skills at the 6th grade level or above.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous manufacturing experience.

Skills

  • Operation of hand tools and manufacturing machinery.
  • Setup and operation of 5 and 3 axis routers.
  • Blueprint reading and quality inspection.
  • Secondary operations (drilling, routing, cutting, assembling, sanding, gluing).
  • Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting.

Pay

USD $21.30 - $27.92 per hour (includes a 10% shift premium for 2nd shift).

Schedule

  • Full-time, on-site.
  • 5/8-hour days, 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM (Monday through Friday).
  • Overtime scheduled as needed.

Benefits

  • $0 health insurance premium for employee-only coverage (low-cost premiums for other coverage levels).
  • 4% retirement match with profit sharing.
  • Generous paid time off (vacation, holiday, parental, volunteer, and sick).
  • Dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
  • Weekly pay.
  • Use of company-owned resort in Hayward, WI.
  • Tuition reimbursement program.

Gemini, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce and provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

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