Light Equipment Operator 1st Shift

$17.5 per hour

Express Employment Professionals

Job Description

Located in Oakdale, MN

Salary: $17.50

Jumpstart Your Career with a Stable, Growing Company!
Express Employment Professionals -Woodbury, MN is now hiring a Light Equipment Operator for a well established printing company in the East Metro !

Schedule & Pay:

Start on a steady 1st Shift: 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM | Monday - Friday
Transition to a rotating 3x12 schedule: Be open to working 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM , just 3 days a week - 4 days off!
Some weekend flexibility is required
Starting Pay: $17.50/hr.
Pay increase upon hire - show your skills and get rewarded! Substantial increase upon hire!
Full-time, long-term opportunity with room to grow!
Tentative start date: April 2026

What You'll Do:

Join a supportive team environment where you'll operate and maintain light production machinery to ensure high-quality printing and packaging products. Your key responsibilities will include:

Setting up and operating finishing/binding/packaging equipment
Performing routine maintenance and troubleshooting
Assisting in training new teammates and coordinating workflows
Learning new areas and cross-training to build your skillset

Why This Job is a Great Fit for You:

No two days are the same - hands-on work with clear goals
3-day work weeks once on rotation give you more time off
Training provided - great for mechanically inclined individuals
Be part of a company that values internal promotion

Ideal Candidate:

Comfortable with light mechanical work and machine operation
Able to lift up to 50 lbs. occasionally
Willing to learn, cross-train, and adapt to production needs
Strong attendance and good communication skills
Computer literate with strong technical aptitude and attention to detail.
Comfortable using rulers, measurements, and basic math for precise adjustments.
Able to understand, read, and speak English clearly for safe and accurate communication.
Basic understanding of presswork procedures and materials (on-the-job training provided).
Ability to follow detailed instructions and multitask effectively in a busy environment.

Benefits Upon Hire:

Career advancement opportunities
Paid time off + Paid parental leave
401(k) with company match
Medical, dental, vision, life insurance
Flexible spending & tuition reimbursement
Adoption assistance and more!

Benefits While Working with Express:

Weekly Pay
Medical, Dental, Vision
401(k) Options
Referral Bonuses
Access to Multiple Job Opportunities
Local Support from Our Friendly Woodbury Team!

#2000LI

Interested? Apply now and call/text us at View phone number on ziprecruiter.com to schedule your interview!
Let's connect and find the right fit for you - this could be the start of something great!

Express Office: Woodbury

650 Commerce Drive

Suite 135

Woodbury, MN 55125

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