Machine Operator, Cutting (Days/36 OR 40 Hours per Week)

About the role

Do you want to work for a company where your co-workers are co-owners? We are 100% employee owned! At The Bernard Group, we work to wow. As a visual merchandising company leading the retail industry in design and production, we come together as a team to win big for some of the most successful brands in the world. Since we’re an employee-owned company, we don’t just list our values, we live them, providing the highest-quality products and services day in and day out. And we do it all with sustainable materials carefully sourced from eco-friendly partners that support social change and community involvement. We are looking for Machine Operators to join our Cutting Department. You’ll be part of a talented production group that collaborates to deliver world-class products to our customers. This opportunity focuses on cutting printed materials into different shapes and sizes per exact specifications, in a timely manner using a Zund digital die cutting machine. We are a 1,000-person visual merchandising company. We are 100% employee-owned. We offer a generous paid time off benefit that increases with tenure. This is a full-time position in Chanhassen, MN.

Responsibilities

• Operate cutting machines to form printed materials to customer specifications
• Perform Quality Control (QC) procedures to meet company standards
• Perform maintenance of machinery and equipment
• Perform preventative maintenance and cleaning of machines at the beginning of each shift

Requirements

• Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing
• Strong interpersonal skills including demonstrated listening skills and the ability to present ideas and thoughts concisely and effectively both internally and outside the organization
• Willing to admit when you make a mistake
• Fiercely loyal to both our customers and team
• Trustworthy, reliable, and easy to get along with
• Enthusiastic and eager to take on new challenges
• Adaptable and willing to wear whatever hat gets the job done

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Previous work experience in printing, print operations, cutting, or machine operations (a plus but not required)
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. on a regular basis

Skills

• Pay close attention to details on every project
• Basic computer skills, including ePace and Google
• Self-motivated, a fast learner, and show initiative to seek out customer and corporate needs
• Plan, prioritize, coordinate, and manage your own work
• Ability to work independently, make decisions and solve moderate level problems independently, effectively and creatively
• Complete projects accurately within deadlines, while meeting company quality standards
• Apply effective time management and self-management skills
• Understand and maintain the confidential nature of the company, employee and customer information

Benefits

• Healthcare, dental, life insurance, disability
• Paid parental leave
• Retirement Savings programs: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (100% Employee-Owned) and 401k with a company match
• Career Development Opportunities
• Flexible Work Hours
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Safe & Clean Manufacturing Environment
• Generous paid time off benefit that increases with tenure

Pay

Compensation Range: $41,184 - $44,928 annually (This base pay range does not include additional compensation such as shift differentials).

Schedule

Shifts available: Sunday through Tuesday 6:00 am to 6:00 pm OR Monday through Friday 6:00 am - 2:00 pm.