Operator MN - 1st Shift in Elk River, Minnesota at CDI

6:00am-2:00pm, Monday-Friday

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Safe operation of laser, press brake/turret machine and various other tools used to complete project
• Create quality and accurate cuts/bends/folds according to blueprints.
• Inspect work for accuracy.
• Follow and enforce all CDI safety rules and regulations
• Ensure equipment is properly set-up & used in a safe manner & that all safety devices are in use.
• Operate forklift, if required and certified.
• Performs inspections on product before, during, and after the build following CDI’s standards.
• Monitor functionality of equipment and tools and request maintenance when required.
• Perform basic and preventative maintenance and repair as required.
• Effectively communicate with supervisors & other production staff to coordinate work schedules
• Other duties as assigned.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Must be willing to cross-train as back-up in other areas of the manufacturing plant.
• Required to have proper and accurate entry into the time and attendance system.
• Other job-related duties may be necessary to carry out the responsibilities of this position.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Minimum 1-year experience operating laser, press brake/turret or other metal fabrication tools
• Excellent knowledge of fabrication machinery, electrical equipment, and hand tools
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and designs
• Outstanding attention to detail and ability to multi-task
• Ability to use tape measures and other measuring tools
• Read and understand work orders and job schedules
• Must be willing to undergo a pre-employment drug test
• Must be able to effectively read, write and speak the English language
• Ability to frequently bend, twist, grip, squat and lift
• Ability to lift 50 pounds frequently, & lift 70 pounds occasionally

EEO/Affirmative Action Policy

CDI is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits harassment of any kind. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.