Entry Level Warehouse Associate/Racker - 1st Shift

Racker | Parts Preparation Technician | Manufacturing Production Associate | Production Team Member

Location: Nico Products - Minneapolis, MN

Shift: 1st Shift | Monday-Thursday | 5:00 AM-3:00 PM + Overtime as Needed (4-Day Work Week)

Pay: Starting at $22.00/hour

Signing Bonus: $1,500 (New hires only. Current employees are not eligible.)

(Employment/Staffing Agencies: Please do not contact us regarding this position. We hire directly.)

Start a Career in Manufacturing

Most people have never heard of the metal finishing industry before joining us—and that's okay.

Metal finishing and plating support products used every day in the medical, aerospace, defense, industrial, and manufacturing industries.

Our trade isn't taught in schools—we'll teach you.

If you're dependable, enjoy hands-on work, and want to build a long-term career, this is an excellent place to start.

Many employees begin in this position and advance into Lead, Plating, Maintenance, Chemical Lab, Quality, Shipping, Supervision, and other specialized roles throughout the company. What we can't teach is reliability, work ethic, initiative, and a commitment to producing quality work.

Before You Apply

Please apply only if the following describes you:

• You enjoy staying busy and working with your hands.
• You have dependable attendance and understand that production depends on employees showing up every day and on time.
• You pay attention to detail and enjoy producing quality work.
• You can follow written instructions and established procedures.
• You're comfortable working in an active manufacturing environment that includes heat, humidity, dust, noise, and chemicals.
• You enjoy working as part of a team while remaining accountable for your own work.
• You understand that personal mobile devices are secured during working hours and may only be accessed during scheduled breaks in designated areas due to customer and security requirements.
• You are available to participate in an in-person interview in Minnesota. We do not conduct virtual interviews. If you currently live outside Minnesota, you should have definite relocation plans before applying. You'll have an opportunity to explain your plans in the application questions.

Position Summary

Rackers prepare customer parts for the metal finishing process by securely attaching them to specialized racks before plating and removing them after processing.

This position is critical to product quality because proper racking helps ensure parts are processed correctly, protected throughout production, and delivered to customers on time.

You'll also inspect, count, package, and prepare customer parts while supporting production throughout the facility. No previous metal finishing experience is required—we'll provide the training.

Essential Responsibilities

• Count and verify customer parts before processing.
• Rack customer parts according to work instructions and quality requirements.
• Inspect parts for quality, damage, and accuracy.
• Remove completed parts from racks after processing.
• Package finished products for shipment.
• Complete production paperwork accurately.
• Follow established production procedures and work instructions.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas.
• Follow all company safety procedures and properly use required PPE.
• Meet established production and quality expectations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What Makes Someone Successful Here

The people who excel in this position are dependable, detail-oriented, and enjoy active work. Successful candidates typically:

• Learn new processes quickly.
• Stay productive throughout the day.
• Follow written instructions carefully.
• Work safely around manufacturing equipment.
• Pay close attention to detail.
• Produce consistent, quality work.
• Work well with others.
• Maintain dependable attendance.

Qualifications

Required

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Manufacturing experience is helpful but not required—we will train the right candidate.
• Ability to follow written instructions.
• Basic math skills.
• Ability to read an analog clock and tape measure.
• Comfortable using computers, tablets, and production software.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Dependable attendance.
• Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or otherwise authorized to work in the United States, as required for certain customer and government-related work.

Preferred

• Previous manufacturing, warehouse, assembly, production, shipping, or machine operation experience.
• Forklift experience.
• Experience working in a fast-paced production environment.

Benefits Offered

Medical & Insurance

• Two medical plan options, including one with a $0/week employee-only premium
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Pet Insurance
• Employer-paid NICE Healthcare & Virtual Care

Financial Benefits

• Quarterly Profit Sharing
• Attendance Rewards
• 401(k) with Company Contribution
• Employee Referral Bonus Program

Paid Time Off

• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Minnesota Earned Sick & Safe Time (ESST)
• Paid Work Anniversary Day

Additional Benefits

• Company Uniforms
• Safety Boot Program
• Prescription Safety Glasses
• Legal Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Ongoing Training
• Career Advancement Opportunities

Why Join Nico Products?

Most people start in this position with little or no knowledge of metal finishing. That's expected.

What matters is your willingness to learn, your reliability, and your commitment to quality.

This position provides an excellent foundation for learning our manufacturing process and opens the door to advancement opportunities throughout the company. As your experience grows, opportunities become available in Plating, Maintenance, Chemical Lab, Quality, Shipping, Leadership, and many other departments.

We're committed to helping employees build long-term careers—not just fill positions.

Application & Interview Process

• Upload your current resume and thoughtfully answer the application questions. Your responses help us better understand your communication skills, work habits, and overall fit for the position.
• Selected applicants will be contacted by text message and/or email to schedule an interview and communicate throughout the hiring process. Because many applicants don't answer calls from unfamiliar numbers and emails may be overlooked, text messaging is our preferred method of communication for faster updates and scheduling. Text messages are used only for hiring-related communication, and applicants may opt out at any time.
• As part of the interview process, applicants must successfully complete a basic math assessment (10-minute time limit) before moving to the interview stage.
• Please allow up to 14 days for our hiring team to review applications. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we are unable to provide individual application status updates or expedite the review process by phone or email.

If you're dependable, enjoy hands-on work, and are looking for a long-term career where you'll learn valuable manufacturing skills while contributing to products used around the world, we'd encourage you to apply today. We look forward to learning more about you.

Security: This position operates within a a secure manufacturing facility. All employees must adhere to strict security policies including restrictions on personal electronic devices, access control, and documentation procedures.

Equal Opportunity Employer. The Lindgren Group, including Avtec Finishing and Nico Products, is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Veterans are encouraged to apply!

Work Authorization / Security Clearance

The Lindgren Group must comply with ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations). These regulations may restrict persons of non-US citizen status from working/participating/observing/or other forms of gathering knowledge about certain activities within the company.

Disclaimer

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.

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