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Light Equipment Operator 1st Shift

$17.5 per hour

Express Employment Professionals

Job Description

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!
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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
Vacancy posted 28 days ago
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